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Long Term Substitute Teacher Assistant

Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council, Inc.
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Western Dairyland Head Start is hiring a part-time Long Term Substitute Teacher Assistant to work at our Head Start Center located at 623 Truax Boulevard, Eau Claire. 

Head Start promotes school readiness of children under the age of five from income-eligible families by supporting their growth and development in a positive learning environment through comprehensive services, which include early learning, health, and family well-being. We're a mission-driven organization making a positive impact in our community since 1966.

Essential Functions:

Task

  • Supervise children and their activities to ensure their safety and well-being
  • Plan and implement classroom activities
  • Provide children with a model to support and develop a positive self-concept
  • Implement positive guidance and model appropriate practice
  • Prepare the classroom, outdoor space, and other center facilities to ensure they are safe, clean, and ready for the daily activities
  • Support the inclusion of all children
  • Recommend purchase of equipment and supplies
  • Maintain attendance records on each child
  • Observe children daily for signs of illness
  • Assist with developmental screenings and ongoing assessments
  • Knowledge of state and federal Head Start regulations; Child Care Licensing Rules; Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework; Head Start Parent, Family, and Community Engagement; and Developmentally Appropriate Practices
  • Demonstrate understanding of Head Start philosophy and Western Dairyland Head Start's core values
  • Demonstrate sensitivity to culture and family background
  • Comply with Policies and Procedures and Standards of Conducts
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Complete individual needs assessment and develop professional development goal annually
  • Complete a minimum of 25 hours of professional development per year

Mental Demands:

  • Solve Problems 
  • Handle Stressful situations 
  • Handle multiple tasks at one time 
  • Establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives under minimal supervision 
  • Have strong listening skills 
  • Have effective listening skills 

Other Responsibilities:

  • Good knowledge of developmentally appropriate programming 
  • Knowledge of low-income populations and characteristics
  • Knowledge of early childhood development and education 
  • Other duties assigned by supervisor 

Qualifications: 

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory and must: 

  • Have excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team 
  • Be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality 
  • Be punctual 
  • Clearance of background checks as required by local, state, and federal regulations 
  • Physical examination and TB test as required by local, state, and federal regulations 

Education Requirements:

  • 18 years of age 
  • Introduction to Child Care Profession within 6 months of hire
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or Registry certificate; are enrolled in a program leading to an associate or baccalaureate or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire

Licenses, Certifications, Authorizations Required :

  • CDA Credential or Registry certificate 
  • Must have a valid driver’s license 
  • Must have an insured vehicle 
  • Must meet Western DairyLand’s insurability requirements 
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification 

This is a part time, 30 hours per week, Monday through Thursday position and starting wage is $15.80 to $22.48 per hour. This is a limited-term position and expected to work until June 4, 2026.

We offer a complete benefits package including:

Vacation, personal leave, holidays, sick leave

  • 47 hours of vacation during the school year
  • 13 hours of personal time off
  • 8 paid holidays during the school year
  • Sick leave accrued at 0.05709 hours per hour worked
    • approximately 6 hours of sick leave per month for full-time employees
    • maximum accrued sick leave of 408hours
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability agency paid

401(k) plan with up to a 6% match 

Employees can contribute immediately. After 1 year of employment, the agency will contribute between 3 and 6 percent, dependent on the employee's contribution.

Health Insurance

  • 90% of premiums covered for individual coverage
  • 75% premiums covered for additional coverage needed
  • $3,750 deductible reimbursement for individuals and up to $6,500 reimbursed for family deductibles
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for both Health and Dependent Care

Dental Insurance

  • Employee Only $36.67 per month
  • Employee + Family $108.20 per month

Vision Insurance

  • Employee Only $5.43 per month
  • Employee + Spouse $12.47 per month
  • Employee + Child(ren) $13.82 per month 
  • Employee + Family $21.10 per month

Additional Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program - fully paid
  • Basic Life Insurance - fully paid (plus additional group coverage amounts)
  • Flexible work schedule with generous accommodations for family, school, and volunteer commitments
  • Opportunities for continuing education, conferences, and classes
  • Employees have access to our Discount Marketplace

WDEOC is a qualified employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.