| Location: | Wilkes-Barre, PA |
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| Employment Status: | Full Time |
Responsibilities/Duties:
Implement educational activities by providing and maintaining an atmosphere in the classroom that promotes school readiness and developmentally appropriate practices for 3 and 4-year old children. Assist the Head Start Teacher in planning and carrying out educational activities to meet the National Head Start Program Performance Standards and local plan.
NOTE: Anticipated start date for this position is for the August 2025-2026 school year.
Terms/Conditions of Employment
Luzerne County Head Start, Inc. requires staff to possess current, valid Background Clearances (3). Proof of education required to meet the qualifications for position.
Location, Hours & Salary *SEE Head Start Center locations at /https://lcheadstart.org/locations/
FULL TIME, 37.5 hrs/wk- Working a school schedule (10 mos) August-June annually, with an established summer break between school years.
Rate of Pay – Based on Education:
AA Degree – $18.44/hr
CDA – $16.82/hr
HS Diploma/GED – $16.27/hr
For those who possess Bilingual Abilities (Eng/Spanish) – 5% additional pay
Fringe Benefits Package
HEALTH INSURANCE –Two health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family. Low-cost Geisinger medical plan options that includes a Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 the plan deductible; Optional Vision and Dental plan with orthodontics. Coverage begins after 60 days; Cash Out Option available if you already have other coverage.
RETIREMENT PLAN – LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option
WORK SCHEDULE – August thru June, with an established summer break in employment between school years
PAID Life Insurance (1x annual salary)
PAID Long Term Disability Insurance
PAID Sick Time – Accrues up to 65 working days
PAID Personal Time – 3 days/year
PAID Holidays immediately – 18 days during the regular school year, including extended break between Christmas-New Year
PAID Education/Tuition Assistance at $322/credit, up to $5,250/year
PAID Training Opportunities
Flexible Benefits – Flexible Spending Plans: Pre-Tax Medical and Dependent Care Spending
…and much more!
Our employees…
…receive attractive salaries and unique career opportunities;
…do meaningful work that is constantly changing and evolving;
…enjoy successful careers without sacrificing their personal lives; and
…work in an environment of professional respect.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
