Position: Housing Resource Specialist
Classification: HS 01-04 ($18.40 - $19.23 - *$20.41 - *$21.50)
Hours: 40 hrs per week
Supervisor: Housing Program Supervisor
Positions Supervised: None
Mission Statement
EightCAP, Inc. improves our community by collaborating with private, government, and community organizations to deliver programs that alleviate the causes of poverty and its effects, allowing individuals to become self-sufficient. The Community Resource Specialist plays a vital role in this mission by connecting clients with essential resources and addressing immediate needs to promote stability and independence.
Role Overview
The Housing Program Specialist works directly with individuals and families to assist them in overcoming housing instability and achieving permanent housing. This role focuses on client support, housing stabilization, and building relationships with landlords and community partners. The Housing Program Specialist ensures that clients are connected with appropriate resources and services to meet their housing needs effectively.
Key Responsibilities
1. Client Intake and Assessment
Conduct thorough intake assessments for individuals and families facing homelessness or at risk, ensuring intake is completed promptly upon initial contact.Evaluate eligibility for emergency assistance programs (rent, utilities, motel stays) community benefits (TANF, SSI, Medicaid, etc.), and other agency programs such as HeadStart and Weatherization, with a focus on timely access to resources.2. Housing Plan Development and Case Management
Maintain a case load of clients to create individualized housing plans aimed at achieving long-term stability, while ensuring staff’s housing plans are completed shortly after intake.Provide consistent case management oversite that focuses on self-sufficiency and includes regular follow-up to track client progress and make necessary adjustments.3. Resource Coordination and Referral
Serve as a liaison between clients and various community resources, establishing referral connections that align with each client's needs in areas like healthcare, employment, and education.Proactively work with staff to identify and connect clients with relevant local resources to support their journey toward housing stability and self-sufficiency.4. Housing Quality and Landlord Relations
Oversee as well has help conduct regular on-site housing quality checks and inspections, maintaining a strong focus on safe and secure living conditions.Build and maintain relationships with landlords and property managers to expand housing options for clients and facilitate smooth placements.5. Documentation and Compliance
Work with staff to maintain accurate and complete client records, ensuring that documentation is kept up-to-date and all case notes are promptly entered.Adhere to program standards for documentation and reporting, contributing to program compliance and data accuracy.6. Community Collaboration and Continuous Improvement
Actively participate in local Continuum of Care meetings, offering insights and collaborating on shared housing objectives.Support the Continuous Quality Improvement goals by providing program updates and insights that drive enhanced client services.7. Client Outcomes and Follow-Up
Ensure the tracking of client outcomes, focusing on housing stability and progress toward self-sufficiency.Follow-up with assessments to monitor continued stability and provide additional support as needed, promoting sustained success beyond program completion.
8. Other Duties As Assigned
Core Values at Work
Communication: Ensure open, clear, and responsive communication with clients, team members, and community partners.Compassion: Approach every client interaction with empathy, recognizing the unique challenges faced by those experiencing homelessness.Accountability: Take ownership of responsibilities, ensuring documentation accuracy, timely assistance, and adherence to program standards.Empowerment: Focus on empowering clients to achieve self-sufficiency and long-term housing stability through guidance and resource access.Qualifications
Required: Associate’s degree in human services, Social Work, or related field or High school diploma or equivalent; with two years in housing or property management.Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or at least two years in housing or property management; experience with Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) or other databases; knowledge of local housing resources and HUD programsAbility to maintain DHHS MIBridge’s Navigator status.Valid Michigan driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record and reliable transportation.Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.Successful clearance of DHS Central Registry and Criminal History Record Check.Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.Paid time off, holidays, and retirement plan.Professional development opportunities.
EightCAP, Inc. is an equal Employment Opportunity Agency. Auxiliary aides and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Information contained in this posting is available in alternative format for individuals with disabilities. To request alternate format posting information, write to the above address, or call (616) 754-9315, or 1-800-649-3777, (Telephonic Device for the Deaf, TDD)
Read LessJob Title: Center Assistant
Classification: Full-time 3, non-exempt, hourly
Salary Range: SA 01-03 ($13.94 - $15.22 - $16.47)
Hours: 30-32/week
Work Weeks: 41-44/year (HS school year)
Department: Head Start/Early Head Start
Reports To: Teacher
Positions Supervised: None
Mission Statement
EightCAP, Inc., improves our community by collaborating with private, government, and community organizations to deliver programs that alleviate the causes of poverty and its effects, allowing individuals to become self-sufficient.
Role Overview
As a Center Assistant, you will create a safe, positive environment for children and families while supporting access to high quality programming. Additionally, you will shop for groceries and supplies, prepare meals and assist with cleaning, play with children and assist in regular daily activities.
Key Responsibilities
Our CORE Values at Work
Qualifications
Work Environment
This position operates primarily within Head Start and Early Head Start classroom settings. This role requires regular interaction with children, families, staff, and community partners in a fast-paced early childhood education environment. The employee may be exposed to noise levels typical of preschool and infant/toddler classrooms and will participate in indoor and outdoor activities in varying weather conditions as part of daily program operations.
Travel Requirements
Local travel between program sites, training locations, meetings, and community events may be required. The employee must possess a valid Michigan driver’s license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and have reliable transportation available for work-related travel.
Physical Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
The physical requirements of this position include:
Benefits
Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, medical flex, and a 401k with a 5% employer match on your one-year anniversary. Benefits begin on your 31st day of employment.
Staff in this position may be eligible to apply for unemployment benefits during periods of layoff, in accordance with state unemployment regulations.
Employment At-Will Statement
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employment with EightCAP, Inc. is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause, consistent with applicable law.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
EightCAP, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace.
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Job Title: Strong Beginnings Lead Teacher
Classification:Full-time, non-exempt, hourly
Salary Range:HS 01-04 ($22.80 - $24.08 - $25.33 - $26.60)
Hours: 40/week
Work Weeks: 41-44/year (school year)
Department: Strong Beginnings
Reports To: Head Start/Early Head Start Director
Positions Supervised: Strong Beginnings Associate Teacher, Strong Beginnings Center Assistant
Mission Statement
EightCAP, Inc., improves our community by collaborating with private, government, and community organizations to deliver programs that alleviate the causes of poverty and its effects, allowing individuals to become self-sufficient.
Role Overview
The Strong Beginnings Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing a high-quality, developmentally appropriate preschool program for three-year-old children participating in the Strong Beginnings Preschool Program. The Lead Teacher creates a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment that promotes children's cognitive, language, physical, social-emotional, and creative development while preparing children for future success in preschool and kindergarten.
Key Responsibilities
Curriculum Implementation: Plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences that support the growth and development of three-year-old children across all developmental domains.Classroom Environment: Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment that promotes positive relationships, active learning, and school readiness.Assessment and Individualized Instruction: Implement Creative Curriculum and utilize ongoing child assessment data to individualize instruction, monitor children's progress, and inform lesson planning.Family Engagement: Establish positive partnerships with families through regular communication, conferences, family engagement activities, and collaboration to support children's learning and development.Social-Emotional Development: Promote children's social-emotional growth by using positive behavior guidance strategies and fostering independence, self-regulation, problem-solving, and peer relationships.Health, Safety, and Supervision: Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children by maintaining active supervision and complying with all licensing regulations, program requirements, and Agency and district policies, as applicable.Collaboration and Teamwork: Collaborate with the Associate Teacher, support staff, specialists, and community partners to provide comprehensive services and support children with diverse learning needs.Documentation and Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including attendance, lesson plans, child assessments, developmental observations, and other required program records.Professional Development: Participate in ongoing professional development, staff meetings, quality improvement activities, and required program monitoring to strengthen instructional practices.Program Compliance: Maintain compliance with all Strong Beginnings Program requirements, licensing regulations, and Agency and district policies and procedures, as applicable.Emergency Preparedness: Be familiar with emergency procedures in order to respond effectively in the case of an emergency.Perform Other Duties as Assigned.Qualifications
A valid Michigan teaching certificate and an Early Childhood Education (ZA) or Early Childhood-General and Special Education (ZS) endorsement, or Birth-K endorsement OR a bachelors degree in early childhood education or child development with a specialization in preschool teaching.Ability to communicate effectively and positively and work collaboratively with staff, families, Agency representatives, service providers, and community organizations in a respectful, professional, and non-judgmental manner.Understanding of mandated reporting requirements, including the ability to recognize, document, and report suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with state law and program procedures.Demonstrated leadership skills in supervising other adults.Must successfully complete all required state and federal background clearances.Work Environment
This position operates primarily within a Strong Beginnings preschool classroom setting. This role requires regular interaction with children, families, staff, and community partners in a fast-paced early childhood education environment. The employee may be exposed to noise levels typical of a preschool classroom and will participate in indoor and outdoor activities in varying weather conditions as part of daily program operations.
Travel Requirements
Local travel to training locations, meetings, and community events may be required. The employee must possess a valid Michigan drivers license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and have reliable transportation available for work-related travel.
Physical Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
The physical requirements of this position include:
Benefits
Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, medical flex, and a 401k with a 5% employer match on your one-year anniversary. Benefits begin on your 31st day of employment.
Staff in this position may be eligible to apply for unemployment benefits during periods of layoff, in accordance with state unemployment regulations.
Employment At-Will Statement
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employment with EightCAP, Inc. is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause, consistent with applicable law.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
EightCAP, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace.
Read LessJob Title:Strong BeginningsAssociate Teacher
Classification: Full-time, non-exempt, hourly
Salary Range: HS 01-03 ($17.44 - $18.60 - $19.68)
Hours: 40/week
Work Weeks: 41-44/year (school year)
Program: Strong Beginnings
Reports To: Strong Beginnings Lead Teacher
Positions Supervised: None
Mission Statement
EightCAP, Inc., improves our community by collaborating with private, government, and community organizations to deliver programs that alleviate the causes of poverty and its effects, allowing individuals to become self-sufficient.
Role Overview
The Strong Beginnings Associate Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for three-year-old children participating in the Strong Beginnings Preschool Program. The Associate Teacher assists with implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences, promoting children's social-emotional growth, maintaining a well-organized classroom, and fostering positive relationships with children and families.
Key Responsibilities
Classroom Support: Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences that promote children's cognitive, language, physical, social-emotional, and creative development.Learning Environment: Help create and maintain a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and organized classroom that encourages exploration, independence, and positive interactions.Child Engagement: Build positive, responsive relationships with children by actively participating in classroom activities, encouraging learning through play, and supporting children's individual needs and interests.Health, Safety, and Supervision: Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children by maintaining active supervision and complying with all licensing regulations, program requirements, and Agency and district policies, as applicable.Social-Emotional Development: Promote children's social-emotional growth by using positive behavior guidance strategies and fostering independence, self-regulation, problem-solving, and peer relationships.Assessment Support: Assist the Lead Teacher with observing children's development, documenting learning, collecting assessment information, and preparing classroom materials that support individualized instruction.Family Partnerships: Develop respectful relationships with families through positive daily communication and support family engagement activities as directed by the Lead Teacher.Classroom Operations: Prepare classroom materials, assist with meals, transitions, toileting, and other daily routines, and ensure classroom equipment and supplies are clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate.Program Compliance: Maintain compliance with all Strong Beginnings Program requirements, licensing regulations, and Agency and district policies and procedures, as applicable.Emergency Preparedness: Be familiar with emergency procedures in order to respond effectively in the case of an emergency.Perform Other Duties as Assigned.Qualifications
Associate degree in early childhood education or child development or the equivalent OR a valid center-based preschool CDA.Ability to communicate effectively and positively and work collaboratively with staff, families, Agency representatives, service providers, and community organizations in a respectful, professional, and non-judgmental manner.Understanding of mandated reporting requirements, including the ability to recognize, document, and report suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with state law and program procedures.Must successfully complete all required state and federal background clearances.Work Environment
This position operates primarily within a Strong Beginnings preschool classroom setting. This role requires regular interaction with children, families, staff, and community partners in a fast-paced early childhood education environment. The employee may be exposed to noise levels typical of a preschool classroom and will participate in indoor and outdoor activities in varying weather conditions as part of daily program operations.
Travel Requirements
Local travel to training locations, meetings, and community events may be required. The employee must possess a valid Michigan drivers license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and have reliable transportation available for work-related travel.
Physical Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
The physical requirements of this position include:
Benefits
Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, medical flex, and a 401k with a 5% employer match on your one-year anniversary. Benefits begin on your 31stday of employment.
Staff in this position may be eligible to apply for unemployment benefits during periods of layoff, in accordance with state unemployment regulations.
Employment At-Will Statement
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employment with EightCAP, Inc. is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause, consistent with applicable law.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
EightCAP, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace.
Read LessJobTitle:Classroom Substitute
Locations:Isabella County, Montcalm County, Ionia County, and Gratiot County
Classification:On-call, non-exempt, hourly
Salary Range:$13.94/hour
Hours:Varied
Work Weeks:Varied
Department:Head Start/Early Head Start
Reports To:Early Childhood Specialist - Compliance
Positions Supervised: None
Mission Statement
EightCAP, Inc., improves our community by collaborating with private, government, and community organizations to deliver programs that alleviate the causes of poverty and its effects, allowing individuals to become self-sufficient.
Role Overview
As a Classroom Substitute, you have a crucial role inmaintainingthe continuity of early childhood education and care when regular teachers and staff are unavailable. You will ensure that the classroomoperatessmoothly, keeping the children engaged andmaintaininga safe, nurturing environment during the absence of the regular classroom staff.
Key Responsibilities
Our CORE Values at Work
Qualifications
Work Environment
This positionoperatesprimarily within Head Start and Early Head Start classroom settings. This role requires regular interaction with children, families, staff, and community partners in a fast-paced early childhood education environment. The employee may be exposed to noise levels typical of preschool and infant/toddler classrooms and willparticipatein indoor and outdoor activities in varying weather conditions as part of daily program operations.
Travel Requirements
Local travel between program sitesandtraining locationsmay berequired. The employee mustpossessa valid Michigan drivers license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and have reliable transportation available for work-related travel.
Physical Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
The physical requirements of this position include:
Benefits
This on-call position does not include benefits.
Employment At-Will Statement
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employment withEightCAP, Inc. is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization mayterminatethe employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause, consistent with applicable law.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
EightCAP, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace.
Read LessJobTitle:Infant/Toddler Educator (ITE)
Classification:Full-time, non-exempt, hourly
Salary Range: HS01-04 ($17.44 - $18.60 - $19.68 - $20.89*)*To be eligible for HS 04 an employee must have a bachelor's degree in a field related to the position.
Hours: 40/week
Work Weeks: 52/year
Department:Early Head Start
Reports To:LeadInfant/Toddler Educator (LITE)
Positions Supervised: None
Mission Statement
EightCAP, Inc., improves our community by collaborating with private, government, and community organizations to deliver programs that alleviate the causes of poverty and its effects, allowing individuals to become self-sufficient.
Role Overview
As an ITE, youare responsible for
assisting
theLITEin ensuring that a safe,healthyand organized environment is created for both children and adultsthrough planning and implementing learning experiences through effective curriculum implementation and assessment.This position involves regular communication with children,familiesand staff, ensuring requirements and outcomes are met.You will support the social and emotional development of children by encouraging families to be actively involved in their childrens education and recognize a childs parents/guardians are their first and most important teachers.
Key Responsibilities
Our CORE Values at Work
Qualifications
Work Environment
This positionoperatesprimarily within Head Start and Early Head Start classroom settings. This role requires regular interaction with children, families, staff, and community partners in a fast-paced early childhood education environment. The employee may be exposed to noise levels typical of preschool and infant/toddler classrooms and willparticipatein indoor and outdoor activities in varying weather conditions as part of daily program operations.
Travel Requirements
Local travel between program sites, training locations, meetings, and community events may berequired. The employee mustpossessa valid Michigan drivers license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and have reliable transportation available for work-related travel.
Physical Requirements
Reasonableaccommodationsmay bemadeto enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
The physical requirements of this position include:
Benefits
Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, medical flex, and a 401k with a 5% employer match on your one-year anniversary. Benefits begin on your 31stday of employment.
Employment At-Will Statement
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employment withEightCAP, Inc. is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization mayterminatethe employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause, consistent with applicable law.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
EightCAP, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace.
Read LessJob Title: Home Visitor
Classification:Full-time, non-exempt, hourly
Salary Range:HS 01-04 ($18.83 - $19.68 - $20.89 - *$22.09)
*To be eligible for HS 04 an employee must have a bachelors degree in a field related to the position or an associate degree in afieldrelated to the position plus five years of experience asanEarly Head Start Home Visitor.
Hours:40/week
Work Weeks: 52/year
Department:Early Head Start
Reports To:Education Coordinator
Positions Supervised:None
Mission Statement
EightCAP, Inc., improves our community by collaborating with private, government, and community organizations to deliver programs that alleviate the causes of poverty and its effects, allowing individuals to become self-sufficient.
Role Overview
As a Home Visitor, youare responsible forensuring required services are delivered to enrolled children, pregnant women, and their families by way of building trusting relationship that create a safe, positiveenvironmentfor children and families to grow and develop skills related to self-sufficiency and school readiness.As a HomeVisitoryouare required towork both independently and as part of a team. Youmustpossessthecapabilityto problem solve, handlecrisisand work with diverse populations in a non-biased manner.
Key Responsibilities
Partner: Work with families to cooperatively plan90-minute, weekly home visits, providing comprehensive services to children, pregnantwomenand families, including developing individual child goals, familygoalsand planning socialization.Professionalism:Comply withprogram confidentiality policies concerning personally identifiable information about children, families, and other staff members and mustmaintainprofessional boundaries with enrolled children and families at all times.Implement: Implement curriculum, supplements, screenings, and ongoing assessments with fidelity.Educate:Respectfully educate families on child development and the significance of routine care as it relates to medical care, dental health, mental health, nutritionalhealthand school readiness.Monitor:Create systems that allow foraccuratetracking and follow upregardingthe provision of services to families, includingaccurateandtimelydata entry into various data systems so that others needing information can access when needed.Evaluate:Review data related to child outcomes, school readiness benchmarks, as well as child and family goals, assessing progress.Collaboration:Develop relationships with community partners as a means for linking families to services as welltorecruiteligible participants for the 0-5 Head Start Program.Reporting:Our CORE Values at Work
Accountability:TheHome VisitormaintainsQualifications
Home-Based Child Development Associates (CDA) Credential; OR an associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, or a child-related field (i.e.elementary education, child guidance/counseling, child psychology, familystudiesor social work) with equivalent coursework.Ability to communicate effectively and positively and work collaboratively with others including staff, families, agency representatives, serviceprovidersand community organizations in a non-judgmental way.Understanding ofmandated reporting requirements, including the ability to recognize, document, and report suspected child abuse or neglectin accordance withstate law and program procedures.Must successfully complete all required state and federal background clearances.Work Environment
This positionoperatesprimarily in home-based settings as part of theEarly Head Starthome visiting program. Work is conducted in the homes of enrolled families, as well as in community settings, program offices, and other designated meeting locations.The role requires frequent interaction with infants, toddlers, and families in their home environments anda high levelof independence whilemaintainingprogramexpectations for safety, professionalism, confidentiality, and respect.The employee must be flexible in adapting to a wide range of home environments and family circumstances.The position may require a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings to accommodate family availability.Noise levels may range from moderate to occasionally high due to infant and toddler activity and typical household environments.
Travel Requirements
This position requires frequent travel between family homes, program sites, and community locations. Travel is primarily local within the service area and may occur in varying weather and road conditions. Agency vehicles are typically provided for use when available. When agency vehicles are not available, employees maybe requiredto use a personal vehiclein accordance withagency policy.Additionaltravel may berequiredfor staff meetings, training, professional development, and occasional community events or other program-related activities.The employee mustpossessa valid Michigan drivers license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and have reliable transportation available for work-related travel.
Physical Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
The physical requirements of this position include:
Sitting for extended periods during home visits and documentation activities.Sitting on the floor, kneeling, bending, and working at a childs level during parent-child interactions.Lifting, carrying, and transporting program materials and supplies,generally upto 35 pounds.Safely entering and exiting homes, including navigating stairs, uneven surfaces, and varying home environments.Visually and auditorily observing and interacting with infants, toddlers, and caregivers in a variety of settings.Safelyoperatinga vehicle for travel between home visits and program locations.Moving between indoor and outdoor environments as required by program activities.Ability tooperatestandard office equipment, including computers, phones, and printers.Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.Benefits
Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, medical flex, and a 401k with a 5% employer match on your one-year anniversary.
Employment At-Will Statement
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employment withEightCAP, Inc. is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization mayterminatethe employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause, consistent with applicable law.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
EightCAP, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace.
Read LessJob Title:Teacher
Classification:Full-time, non-exempt, hourly
Salary Range:HS 01-05 ($22.80 - $24.08 - $25.33 - $26.60 - *$27.37)*To be eligible for HS 05 the employee must have supervisory responsibilities for anotherTeacher
Hours: 40/week
Work Weeks: 41-44/year(school year)
Department:Head Start
Reports To: Education Coordinator
Positions Supervised:Teacher Assistant, Center Assistant
Mission Statement
EightCAP, Inc., improves our community by collaborating with private, government, and community organizations to deliver programs that alleviate the causes of poverty and its effects, allowing individuals to become self-sufficient.
Role Overview
As aTeacher, youare responsible formanaging and supervising staff while ensuring that a safe,healthyand organized learning environment is created for both the children and adults through planning and implementing learning experiences through effective curriculum implementation and assessment. This position involves regular communication with children,familiesand staff, ensuring requirements and outcomes are met. You will support the social and emotional development of children by encouraging families to be actively involved in their childrens education and recognize a childs parents/guardians are their first and most important teachers.
Key Responsibilities
CORE Values at Work
Qualifications
Work Environment
This positionoperatesprimarily within Head Start and Early Head Start classroom settings.Thisrole requires regular interaction with children, families, staff, and community partners in a fast-paced early childhood education environment. The employee may be exposed to noise levels typical of preschool and infant/toddler classrooms and willparticipatein indoor and outdoor activities in varying weather conditions as part of daily program operations.
Travel Requirements
Local travel between program sites, training locations, meetings, and community events may berequired. The employee mustpossessa valid Michigan drivers license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and have reliable transportation available for work-related travel.
Physical Requirements
Reasonableaccommodationsmay bemadeto enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
The physical requirements of this position include:
Benefits
Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, medical flex, and a 401k with a 5% employer match on your one-year anniversary. Benefits begin on your 31st day of employment.
Staff in this position may be eligible to apply for unemployment benefits during periods oflayoff,in accordance withstate unemployment regulations.
Employment At-Will Statement
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employment withEightCAP, Inc. is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization mayterminatethe employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause, consistent with applicable law.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
EightCAP, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace.
Read LessJobTitle:Teacher Assistant
Classification:Full-time, non-exempt, hourly
Salary Range:HS01-04 ($17.44 - $18.60 - $19.68 - $20.89*)*To be eligible for HS 04 an employee must have a bachelor's degree in a field related to the position.
Hours: 40/week
Work Weeks: 41-44/year(school year)
Program: Head Start
Reports To:Teacher
Positions Supervised: None
Mission Statement
EightCAP, Inc., improves our community by collaborating with private, government, and community organizations to deliver programs that alleviate the causes of poverty and its effects, allowing individuals to become self-sufficient.
Role Overview
As aTeacher Assistant, youare responsible for
assistingtheTeacherin ensuring that a safe,healthyand organized environment is created for both children and adultsthrough planning and implementing learning experiences through effective curriculum implementation and assessment.This position involves regular communication with children,familiesand staff, ensuring requirements and outcomes are met.You will support the social and emotional development of children by encouraging families to be actively involved in their childrens education and recognize a childs parents/guardians are their first and most important teachers.
Key Responsibilities
Our CORE Values at Work
Qualifications
Work Environment
This positionoperatesprimarily within Head Start and Early Head Start classroom settings. This role requires regular interaction with children, families, staff, and community partners in a fast-paced early childhood education environment. The employee may be exposed to noise levels typical of preschool and infant/toddler classrooms and willparticipatein indoor and outdoor activities in varying weather conditions as part of daily program operations.
Travel Requirements
Local travel between program sites, training locations, meetings, and community events may berequired. The employee mustpossessa valid Michigan drivers license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and have reliable transportation available for work-related travel.
Physical Requirements
Reasonableaccommodationsmay bemadeto enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
The physical requirements of this position include:
Benefits
Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, medical flex, and a 401k with a 5% employer match on your one-year anniversary. Benefits begin on your 31stday of employment.
Staff in this position may be eligible to apply for unemployment benefits during periods oflayoff,in accordance withstate unemployment regulations.
Employment At-Will Statement
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employment withEightCAP, Inc. is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization mayterminatethe employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause, consistent with applicable law.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
EightCAP, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace.
Read LessJobTitle:Classroom Aide
Classification:Full-time, non-exempt, hourly
Salary Range:PA 01-03 ($15.64 - $17.17 - $18.50)
Hours:40/week
Work Weeks: 41-44/year(school year)
Department:Head Start/Early Head Start
Reports To:Education Coordinator
Positions Supervised: None
Mission Statement
EightCAP, Inc., improves our community by collaborating with private, government, and community organizations to deliver programs that alleviate the causes of poverty and its effects, allowing individuals to become self-sufficient.
Role Overview
As a Classroom Aide, you have a crucial role inmaintainingthe continuity of early childhood education and care when regular teachers and staff are unavailable. You will ensure that the classroomoperatessmoothly, keeping the children engaged andmaintaininga safe, nurturing environment during the absence of the regular classroom staff.
Key Responsibilities
Our CORE Values at Work
Qualifications
Work Environment
This positionoperatesprimarily within Head Start and Early Head Start classroom settings. This role requires regular interaction with children, families, staff, and community partners in a fast-paced early childhood education environment. The employee may be exposed to noise levels typical of preschool and infant/toddler classrooms and willparticipatein indoor and outdoor activities in varying weather conditions as part of daily program operations.
Travel Requirements
Local travel between program sites, training locations, meetings, and community events may berequired. The employee mustpossessa valid Michigan drivers license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and have reliable transportation available for work-related travel.
Physical Requirements
Reasonableaccommodationsmay bemadeto enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
The physical requirements of this position include:
Benefits
Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, medical flex, and a 401k with a 5% employer match on your one-year anniversary. Benefits begin on your 31stday of employment.
Staff in this position may be eligible to apply for unemployment benefits during periods oflayoff,in accordance withstate unemployment regulations.
Employment At-Will Statement
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employment withEightCAP, Inc. is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization mayterminatethe employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause, consistent with applicable law.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
EightCAP, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace.
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