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The Advocate plays an important part in supporting the health, safety, recruitment and family participation goals of families and children enrolled in the Head Start/Early Head Start program. This position is responsible for ensuring direct health services (Medical, Dental, and Child Safety) to assigned families and children enrolled in in the program. The advocate also supports center-based family participation and engagement at our Head Start daycare site.  

Job Duties:

• Responsible for recruiting eligible children and introducing families to all Head Start options and other agency programs.  Supports parent involvement in program activities.

• Coordinates Health and Nutrition activities and services for center and home based children. Maintains accurate and up to date records on children and families.

• Provides transportation or arranges transportation for enrolled children and families for appointments related to health services.

• Greets parents and children at beginning and end of day, reviews attendance and conducts daily health screenings.

• Assists classroom and center-based staff with ratio and break coverage as needed

Compensation: position offers a rate of $17.83 per hour

Knowledge, skills and abilities:              

·   High School Diploma/GED and 2 years’ experience in a health or human services related field serving parents and families.

·   Knowledge of health and wellness principles.

·   Experience working with low income families helpful. 

·   Willing to obtain and maintain Basic First Aid, CPR and MAT (Medication Administration Training) within initial probationary period and maintain certification.

·   Provide customer service that is responsive to the unique needs and culture of families, such as single parents, grandparents as caregivers, co-parenting relationships, LGTBQ families, non-English speaking, teen parents, domestic violence situations and more.

·   Computer skills and knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel, Google Docs, Zoom or other online meeting platforms.

• Above average organizational and communication skills, ability to work as a member of a team, good interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain professionalism with staff and clientele. 

• Acceptable tuberculosis screening results and an initial health exam are required post job offer and prior to employment.

• Valid Driver’s License necessary. 

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The Assistant Teacher works closely with the Lead Teacher to carry out the goals, policies, and activities designed to implement educational objectives and performance standards. Works as a team member with classroom staff and parents to implement curriculum that is meaningful and meets the individual and program needs. May be reassigned to various classrooms/centers as deemed necessary for program operations. Position offers $19.46 per hour.

Job Duties:

·   Assist with weekly preparation of daily lesson plans, including objectives to be posted for parents, volunteers and visitors in the classroom.

·   Assist in developing an individual plan for each child to include goal setting based on identified needs and prescriptions for objectives and activities to meet established school readiness goals and outcome goals.

·   Support social and emotional development and provides positive guidance and discipline.  Assist with addressing any special needs questions and concerns.

Knowledges, skills and abilities:

·   Minimum requirement is a High School Diploma/GED and CDA (Child Development Associate) or be enrolled in a CDA credential program that will be completed within 2 years; or have an associate's or bachelor’s degree (in any area) or be enrolled in a program leading to a degree in Early Childhood Education.

·    Experience working with preschool children in a daycare setting.  May be required to lift up to 40 pounds.

·   Must be willing to obtain and maintain Basic First Aid, CPR certification and MAT (Medication Administration Training) within the initial probationary period and maintain certification.  Required to be MAT trained and certified to pass medications as needed.   Will provide training for all medical certifications.

·    Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable to operate agency vehicles.

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We have positions available that require varying degrees of experience from Lead Teachers to Assistant Teachers to Teacher Aides. All positions serve in a preschool classrooms and assist in facilitating team planning, implementation, and supervision of classroom activities. Will work with developing children and children with disabilities.

Requirements based on teaching level below: Rate starting at $17.83 per hour.

• Lead Teachers: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood with a minimum of 1 year experience, NYS Teacher Certification in a preschool category is helpful but not required, Supervisory experience a plus.

• Assistant Teachers: Associates in Early Childhood or enrollment in a CDA program is acceptable.

• Teacher Aides: High School Diploma/GED and experience working with preschool children.

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Directly responsible for all daily center-based program functioning.  Will provide leadership to all staff and ensure proper implementation in the areas of child and family services, facilities, transportation/vehicles, food services, inventory, and child safety.  Will provide reliable, healthy and safe services to children and families, and to support the goals of the program. 

Job Duties:

• Works with staff to ensure Head Start sites are operating in compliance with regulation and providing high quality early childhood programming on a daily basis.  This includes maintaining appropriate staffing levels, working technology, clean and safe facilities and required record keeping. 

• Ensures compliance on Head Start Performance Standards, New York State Child Care Licensing and NYS daycare regulations.

• Make regular health and safety inspections of the site and resolve identified issues with appropriate maintenance vendors.

• Provides on-going supervision, counseling, support and technical assistance to employees.  Works closely with Human Resources and Program Director on staff development.

• Works with Finance Director and Program Director to oversee and reconcile expenditures in regional area and works to reduce costs and to operate all areas in the most cost effective way.

Position offers a rate of $25.00 per hour.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

·         Minimum requirement is a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Human Services, Social Work or related field.

·         3 years’ experience in a managerial capacity and proven experience with supervision, staffing and performance development. 

·         Considerable knowledge and experience with New York State Day Care Licensing regulations, NYS UPK regulations and best practices related to early childhood education.  Head Start experience is a plus.

·         Must have or be willing to obtain and maintain Basic First Aid, CPR and MAT (Medication Administration Training) Certification. Required to be MAT trained and certified to pass medications.

·         Provide customer service that is responsive to the unique needs and culture of families, such as single parents, grandparents as caregivers, co-parenting relationships, LGTBQ families, non-English speaking, teen parents, domestic violence situations and more.

·         Above average computer, organizational and communication skills, ability to work as a member of a team, good interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain professionalism with staff and clientele. 

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Teacher Aide is part of the teaching team who assists in daily activities and lessons in the daycare classroom. Reports to the Lead Teacher and works with the Lead and the Assistant Teacher to ensure all needs are met in the room for both the children and the program.

Job Duties:

·         Assists teaching staff in all classroom and children/parent activities, field trips and outdoor activities.

·         Assists in developing materials and providing activities related to the cultural background of the children and families served.

·         Helps monitor children for bathroom breaks, scheduled activities, playground activities and also at mealtime; eating with the children to encourage and model good nutrition and proper social skills.

·         Ensures the classroom and its contents and toys are clean and orderly by the end of the day.

Position works full time at 35 hours per week for 51 weeks per year. 

Offers $17.83 per hour.

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This position is the lead in a daycare classroom of Head Start children.  Will facilitate lesson plans, team planning, implementation, and supervision of classroom activities. Provides supervision to Assistant Teachers and Program Aides.  As the Center Director, will have primary responsibility for the building site and all compliance standards for the program. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works with classroom staff and parents to implement curriculum that is meaningful and meets the individual and program needs.

• Directly supervises all classrooms staff and conducts supervision meetings as needed.

• Responsible for the weekly preparation of daily lesson plans, including objectives to be posted for parents, volunteers and visitors in the classroom.

• Develop an individual plan for each child to include goal setting based on identified needs and prescriptions for objectives and activities to meet established school readiness goals and outcome goals. Works with typically developing children and children with disabilities.

• Schedule and arrange meetings, and document parent-teacher conferences and home visits as required. Complete a minimum of two home visits per year and as needed.

• Ensure the site and its programming are in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and NY Pre-K regulations.

REQUIREMENTS   

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

·         1 year of full-time teaching experience in a daycare early childhood program. 

• 1 year of supervising staff in a child care program or  related field.

• Must have successful and proven techniques for management of staff.

• Experience with safe and thorough basic cleaning and sanitation practices for classrooms, inspections, fire drills, etc.   

·         Must be willing to obtain and maintain Basic First Aid, CPR certification and MAT (Medication Administration Training) within the initial probationary period and maintain certification. Required to be MAT trained and certified to pass medications as needed.

• Some evening work may occasionally be required for events such as home visits and Parent Committee Meetings.

·         Acceptable tuberculosis screening results and an initial health exam are required post job offer and prior to employment.

·         Must have a clean driver’s license and be insurable to operate agency vehicles.

Position starts at $21.62 per hour but a higher rate of pay may also be considered based on previous relevant teaching experience.  Will also offer an additional .25 for center director duties.

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We are currently seeking a candidate for the role of Immigrant ESOL Education Coordinator (English for Speakers of Other Languages) to be responsible for organizing and overseeing all ESOL activities, including classes and individual tutoring sessions for immigrants in Saratoga County, NY.   This role involves creating curriculum and teaching resources, managing student records, developing and maintaining partnerships recruiting and coordinating volunteers. 

Job Duties:

1. • Manage programming for two distinct ESOL classrooms (Saratoga Springs and Saratoga Race Course).

   • Supervise two part-time ESOL instructors.

   • Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteer instructors.

   • Evaluate students' English proficiency and assign them to appropriate instruction groups.

   • Maintain communication with volunteers and site coordinators regarding scheduling and space usage.

   • Provide resources and guidance to volunteer tutors.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

·         CELTA/TEFL/TESOL (120-hour) certificate, OR two years of demonstrated ESOL teaching experience. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

·         Bilingual/bicultural proficiency in Spanish and English is required; additional language proficiency is a plus.

·         Strong understanding of and ability to connect with new American populations.

·         Experience in supervising staff and coordinating volunteers.

·         Must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle and be insurable to operate agency vehicles.

Compensation: 26.00 per hour

Schedule:  Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm with flexible scheduling, evenings required, occasional weekends required.  Position can be on site and remote.

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LifeWorks Community Action is currently seeking a candidate to provide bilingual services and support to immigrants and their families.   This position is part-time for the horse racing season and is located at our Backstretch office serving the immigrant community working at the Saratoga Race Track.

Job Duties:

·         Primary intake, assessment and case management/mentoring for clients in crisis.  Maintain updated client case files and relevant database records. 

• Provide interpretation with respect to medical, educational and legal services.

• Interpret for customers to secure access to and assistance from appropriate resources.  Must be comfortable using a language line to provide direct bilingual customer service. 

·         Conduct program and educational outreach to the immigrant population.  Assist with community outreach within Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties. 

·         Assist in planning, scheduling and supporting community projects. 

·         Promote and assist with ESL classes.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

·      Associates Degree in social sciences including coursework related to cultural diversity, Latin American/Latino studies, education, social work or human services or; High School Diploma/GED and 2 years’ experience in related field. 

·         Must be bilingual Spanish/English.

·         Passion for serving the community, alleviating poverty and building a community where everyone has the opportunity to achieve their goals. 

·         Knowledge of Human Services, effective crisis management.

·         Positive attitude and good customer service skills.

·         Organized and detail oriented with a willingness to learn.

·         Must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle and be insurable to operate agency vehicles.

Compensation: 24.00 per hour

Schedule:  15 hours/week with flexible scheduling, occasional evenings and weekends required.

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The LifeWorks Community Action WIC Program supports the nutritional health and well-being of new and expectant mothers in Saratoga County.  Join our team and be a part of a program that focuses on infant and family health and nutrition.  Gain invaluable career experience while making an impact working with one of the nation's preeminent nutrition programs.

Job Duties:Performs nutrition-related duties under the supervision of a Qualified Nutritionist, including determining nutrition risk, prescribing supplemental foods, and providing participant centered nutrition education to participants. In addition, the CPA works in conjunction with the Qualified Nutritionist when providing nutrition education / counseling to High Risk participants.

Job Requirements:

Education/ Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate health-related field with at least 6 hours in nutrition; or

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a Bachelor’s Degree; or

• Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (DTR/NDTR)

• Spanish speaking required

  Experience/ Job Knowledge:

• Two years of experience working with children and/or families preferred. Must be computer literate.  Must complete state approved QN/CPA training within six months of employment and other trainings as required.

• Above average organizational and communication skills, ability to work independently, good interpersonal skills, and ability to maintain a positive attitude with staff and clientele. Ability to work under pressure and exercise good judgment. Ability to communicate effectively with people of diverse social and economic backgrounds. 

• Must possess a driver’s license and be insurable to operate agency vehicles.  May occasionally be required to drive own vehicle to temporary site or trainings.

Position offers $21.00 per hour and works 12-18 hours per week.

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