The Role
Provides targeted classroom assistance to young children requiring additional support across assigned county locations. Works with children ages birth through five in early childhood education settings, maintains required certifications, completes health and background screenings, and follows Head Start and New Mexico regulatory requirements.
Summary Generated by Built In
JOB CATEGORY: DEVELOPMENT / SUPPORT / SERVICES / EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
POSITION SUMMARY: This position works within multiple classrooms across the assigned county to provide targeted assistance to children requiring additional support.
QualificationsREQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- 18 years or older.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
Must have one of the following:
- Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential for preschool-aged children; OR
- State-awarded certificate for center-based preschool teachers including the New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC); OR
- One-year certificate in Early Childhood Education; OR
- Office of Head Start approved CDA equivalent; OR
- enrolled within ten business days of hire in one of the above programs that will be completed within two years; OR
- an Associate or Bachelor’s degree (in any area) or enrolled in a program leading to such a degree.
- Must complete a 45-hour entry level course or an approved three credit early care and education course or equivalent approved by the New Mexico Children Youth & Families Department prior to or within six months of hire.
- Experience working with children ages birth through five years in an early childhood environment preferred.
- Bilingual Spanish / English or Navajo / English preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
- Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times.
SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment:
- Health exam (and annually thereafter in accordance with PMS Policies).
- TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies).
In accordance with the federal Head Start Act, Section 648A(g) and the New Mexico Administrative Code 8.8.3., this position requires:
- Criminal Background Checks.
$100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS
BONUSES
- All bonuses are subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements
ABOUT PMS
- Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
- Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
- We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
- We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
- PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.
WHY PMS?
- Mission-driven organization
- Competitive salaries
- Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Free Life & LTD coverage
- Free discretionary pension plan contribution
- Employee recognition and engagement activities
- Robust training program
- Tuition reimbursement
EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability
Skills Required
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High school diploma or GED
- Current preschool Child Development Associate credential, state-awarded center-based preschool teacher certificate, one-year Early Childhood Education certificate, Office of Head Start-approved CDA equivalent, enrollment in one of these programs within ten business days of hire with completion within two years, or an associate or bachelor's degree or enrollment in a degree program
- Complete a 45-hour entry-level course, approved three-credit early care and education course, or New Mexico Children Youth & Families Department-approved equivalent before or within six months of hire
- Experience working with children ages birth through five in an early childhood environment
- Bilingual Spanish and English or Navajo and English
- Have or obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire
- Successfully complete a post-offer health examination
- Successfully complete a TB test
- Successfully complete criminal background checks
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The Company
What We Do
Presbyterian Medical Services (PMS) is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to strengthening communities in New Mexico by providing accessible, advanced, and affordable health, education, and social services, particularly to underserved populations.
