Careers

RWCFS always accepts applications for the program positions described in the list below. Employment applications are kept on file for current or future job openings for a period of 12 months. If you are interested in applying and have any questions, please contact us by emailing Brian Stults at bstults@cfsheadstart.org.

Executive Director | Beloit

Full-Time Salaried Position: Salary is commensurate with qualifications.

Rock-Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc. (RWCFS), is a 501(c)(3) non-profit serving Rock and Walworth County communities in southern Wisconsin. Our mission is “In partnership with parents, and collaborating with stakeholders, RWCFS will support children’s readiness for school and life success, by developing independence and self-sufficiency, strengthening families and promoting social justice”

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Full Job Description | Executive Director - Beloit

Executive Director

Beloit, WI

Full-Time Salaried Position: Salary is commensurate with qualifications.

Rock-Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc. (RWCFS), is a 501(c)(3) non-profit serving Rock and Walworth County communities in southern Wisconsin. Our mission is “In partnership with parents, and collaborating with stakeholders, RWCFS will support children’s readiness for school and life success, by developing independence and self-sufficiency, strengthening families and promoting social justice”

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

VISION AND MISSION

Articulate, communicate, and pursue to the best of her/his ability the shared vision for the future of Rock-Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc. and its programs.
Communicate with and provide support to the Board of Directors, the Head Start Policy Council, the community, employees, and partners – verbally and in action – in fulfilling the mission and goals of the Agency.

PLANNING AND ADMINISTRATION

Provide strategic leadership for the Agency, working with the Board of Directors, Head Start Policy Council, community and management staff to develop and establish long-range goals, strategies, forecasts, operating plans and policies.
Coordinate, support, and approve grant writing and resource development activities of the Agency and its programs.
Ensure that the systems of the Agency are capable to support program, operational, and customer/family needs; and that they are compatible with standards and best practices in the industry.
Monitor, maintain and achieve compliance with applicable local, state, federal and private funding source contracts and regulations.

FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

Oversee the development, communication, and implementation of the annual budget.
Present major expenditures to the Board for approval.
Provide for proper fiscal recordkeeping and reporting.
Ensure that monthly financial reports are prepared and presented to the Board of Directors, Policy Council and appropriate employees.
Review, with the Finance Director, areas that require in-depth analysis and evaluation.
Ensure preparation, review by Board of Directors and Policy Council, and submission of grant application and funding proposals.
Present all Agency contracts, leases and agreements to the Board for approval.

HUMAN RESOURCES

Work to develop and maintain positive communication and collaboration with key employees, discussing expectations concerning performance, development opportunities, teamwork, accountability, and conflict resolution.
Administer Board and Policy Council approved personnel policies.
Provide for proper fiscal recordkeeping and reporting.
Ensure that Head Start and Agency specific orientation and job readiness processes are in place.
Oversee all disciplinary actions according to approved personnel policies.
Ensure that adequate supervision and evaluation of employees exists.
Ensure that employee professional development plans are in place and implemented by their Supervisors.

BOARD DEVELOPMENT AND ENGAGEMENT

Assist in recruiting, orienting and developing qualified Board members.
Assist in developing Board meeting agendas, assuring that Board members receive necessary and appropriate information regarding issues facing the Agency, including changing business conditions, emerging risk factors, and recommended policy changes.
Assure the presentation of financial and Head Start required reports, progress in achieving goals, status of resource development and in-kind efforts, and updates on other key projects and objectives.
Work with the Board to develop new resources in the community.
Attend all Board meetings.

COMMUNICATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Represent the Agency as chief spokesperson and contact with funding sources.
Represent the Agency as chief spokesperson in the community.
Ensure an effective communication system with staff and customers/families exists.
In coordination with the management team and/or the Board, provide information to the media, external organizations, etc.
Work to develop and maintain positive communication and collaboration with key organizations and groups in the community, and serve on relevant community boards and committees, in coordination with the Agency’s Board of Directors.

ASSURANCE OF QUALITY

Responsible for both internal and external operations, control and monitoring procedures, and completion of annual Agency self-assessment to assure compliance and quality services of the Agency.

REPORTING

Prepare and submit reports as required by the Agency’s governing bodies, community, funding sources and external agencies.

RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

Identify and work toward development of relationships with other programs, agencies, and funders that have potential for contributing to the mission and vision of the Agency.
Identify and work toward securing relevant grants and other funding opportunities to help support and grow the Agency and its programs.
Ensure an effective communication system with staff and customers/families exists.
In coordination with the management team and/or the Board, provide information to the media, external organizations, etc.
Work to develop and maintain positive communication and collaboration with key organizations and groups in the community, and serve on relevant community boards and committees, in coordination with the Agency’s Board of Directors.

SUPERVISORY RESPOSIBILITIES

Supervise the Program Design Director, Finance Director, EHS Child Development Manager, HS Child Development Manager, Family Services Manager, Health and Nutrition Manager in accordance with program policies and applicable laws. Monitor performance, conduct regular performance evaluations and provide opportunities for professional development.
Provide support and opportunities for reflection for supervisees.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Integrity and High Standards: Expert proficiency in establishing high expectations for quality and continuous improvement. Consistently acts and behaves ethically and honestly.
Mission Focus: Expert proficiency in customer/family orientation, organizational knowledge (Head Start), and creating measurable positive impact.
Visioning and Strategic Thinking: Expert proficiency in creating and communicating a preferred future for the community, the Agency and its programs. Consistently acts and makes decisions with the future in mind.
Talent Development: Expert proficiency in leader identification and team development and management. Consistently identifies development needs, develops and communicates clear goals, and fosters a team atmosphere where collaboration and performance are rewarded.

OPERATIONS RESPONSIBILITIES

Process and submit assigned operations paperwork, e.g., time sheets, Registry request forms, etc.
Attend Management and Operations meetings as needed and appropriate.
Participate in night and weekend activities pertinent to job duties.
Support culture of safety.
Support recruitment of program participants.
Follow program procedure to report any known or suspected child abuse/neglect.
Follow all conduct and safety policies and procedures to ensure the children’s safety at all times including ensuring children are within sight and sound of RWCFS staff at all times.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

It is the responsibility of the individual to inform the employer of any accommodations that are needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

BENEFITS: Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to all employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in early education, public/nonprofit administration, social services or a related field
10 or more years of applicable experience in education, social services, or community services
5 or more years in the management and supervision of an agency, large program, or unit of government
3 or more years of planning, budgeting and financial management experience
Experience working with diverse populations
Meet Wisconsin childcare licensing requirements
Desired certifications in preschool, family services, infant/toddler, and/or infant mental health
Follow all conduct and safety policies and procedures to ensure the children’s safety at all times including ensuring children are within sight and sound of RWCFS staff at all times.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in early education, public/nonprofit administration, social services or a related field.
Preferred ability to speak Spanish and display cultural competency.
Ability to operate a variety of office machines, such as computer, keyboard, copier, FAX machine, computer printer, etc.
Experience with public speaking.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications.

This position has a one-year probationary period.

Lead Teacher | Delavan

Full Time/Part Year 37.5 hours per week $20.28- 22.04 per hour.

The Lead Teacher develops, plans, and implements a series of educational experiences appropriate to the growth and development of each of the three to five year-old children assigned to his/her care in a classroom setting, working toward the overall goal to promote school readiness and social competency. The parent will be considered the primary teacher and family engagement will be promoted in order to increase school readiness. Working collaboratively with program staff and community representatives to meet individual child and family needs, the Lead Teacher integrates the educational aspects of all Head Start service areas into the child’s daily program.

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Full Job Description | Lead Teacher - Delavan

DPI Lead Teacher

Delavan, WI

Description

We are currently looking for a Lead Teacher at our Delavan location. This position is Full Time/Part Year 37.5 hours per week $20.28-22.04 per hour depending on qualifications.

The Lead Teacher develops, plans, and implements a series of educational experiences appropriate to the growth and development of each of the three to five year-old children assigned to his/her care in a classroom setting, working toward the overall goal to promote school readiness and social competency. The parent will be considered the primary teacher and family engagement will be promoted in order to increase school readiness. Working collaboratively with program staff and community representatives to meet individual child and family needs, the Lead Teacher integrates the educational aspects of all Head Start service areas into the child’s daily program.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Developing a lesson plan following Creative Curriculum.
Conduct and document screenings as assigned.
Maintaining complete records on each child’s educational progress.
Work collaboratively with agency staff as well as community partners.
Assist and participate in planning, set up, conducting and clean up of Family Nights.
Provide bus monitor services as determined by classroom need, including but not limited to: providing supervision of children during the bus ride, child boarding and exiting, securing children in appropriate safety restraint systems, oversight of child pick up and release, responding to emergencies, assist with conducting/participating in monthly bus evacuation drills.
Maintain work schedule and is punctual, accountable and willing to adapt schedule to meet unexpected needs and changes of the agency.
Maintaining the safety of children at all times.

BENEFITS: Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to all employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education (Pre-K) or a Bachelor’s degree that includes coursework equivalent to a major in Early Childhood Education. Transcripts are required to validate educational requirements.

Employee must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to maintain good attendance.
It is desirable for the employee to be fluent in English and Spanish.

Program Design Director – Human Resources | Beloit

Full-Time Salaried Position: Salary is commensurate with qualifications.

The Program Design Director will have primary oversight of systems and quality for Human Resources (administering and supervising personnel programs such as recruitment, professional development, safety, employee services, etc.), and information systems management for RWCFS.

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Program Design Director

Beloit, WI

Full-Time Salaried Position: Salary is commensurate with qualifications.

The Program Design Director will have primary oversight of systems and quality for Human Resources (administering and supervising personnel programs such as recruitment, professional development, safety, employee services, etc.), and information systems management for RWCFS.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

SUPERVISORY RESPOSIBILITIES

Supervise the Program Support (HR), Program Receptionist and Substitute Teachers, including annual appraisal and professional plan development
Facilitate Operational Manager Meetings
Provide oversight and facilitation of appropriate committees
Participate in succession planning for Program Design Director Position.
Provide support and opportunities for reflection for supervises
Assist in the activities and work of contracted IT.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Use data to work with stakeholders to assess and improve program services, including development of goals, objectives and action plans. (Strategic Planning)
Develop orientation and onboarding plans and ensure all tools for implementing are developed and available
Support management team in development of policy and systems to ensure seamless provision of all services to Head Start and Early Head Start families
Provide input into program design and other program-wide decision making
Present outcomes and other pertinent information to Policy Council and Board of Directors as requested
Represent RWCFS on pertinent community committees as schedule/job duties allow

OPERATIONS RESPONSIBILITIES

Process and submit assigned operations paperwork, e.g., time sheets, Registry request forms, etc.
Participate in night and weekend activities pertinent to job duties
Support culture of safety
Support recruitment of program participants

BENEFITS: Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to all employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree
Employee must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to maintain good attendance.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in human resources.
Minimum of one-year supervisory experience.
Wisconsin licensing rules for group childcare centers.
Ability to operate a variety of office machines, such as computer, keyboard, copier, FAX machine, computer printer, etc.
It is desirable for the employee to be fluent in English and Spanish.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications.

ERSEA Specialist | Beloit

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families? Come join our team.

Salaried position. Full Time/Full Year $25.21 per hour. ($52,436.80 annually)

The ERSEA Specialist is responsible for determining eligibility, recruiting, selecting, enrolling, and monitoring/reporting attendance of participants for Head Start and Early Head Start, in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards. The ERSEA Specialist is the RWCFS records manager for participants of Head Start and Early Head Start.

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ERSA Specialist

Beloit, WI

Description:
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families? Come join our team.

The ERSEA Specialist is responsible for determining eligibility, recruiting, selecting, enrolling, and monitoring/reporting attendance of participants for Head Start and Early Head Start, in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards. The ERSEA Specialist is the RWCFS records manager for participants of Head Start and Early Head Start.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
(others may be assigned)

Understand, interpret, and explain federal, state and local child care eligibility, criteria, policies and procedures. Remaining current in updates and changes relating to ERSEA.
Develop/oversee ERSEA policy and procedures that ensure compliance with regulations and support the program design for RWCFS Head Start and Early Head Start.
Facilitate ERSEA trainings to appropriate staff that assist with the eligibility and interview process.
Responsible for the complete and accurate collection, entry, reporting and maintenance of data into the child database system. Conduct daily, weekly, monthly, monitoring of child database system as it relates to ERSEA to ensure accuracy.
Prepare and distribute monthly reports related to the application, eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment and attendance of children and families of the Head Start Program, such as attendance, enrollment, waitlists, etc.
Collect, analyze and submit data as it relates to PIR.
Monitor attendance, offer center support to maintain center funded enrollment while maintaining a complete and accurate waiting list.
Plan for and assist in the recruitment, enrollment, and registrations of families into the program.
Develop income criteria based on federal requirements.
Develop/Implement Recruitment Plan(s) including recruitment flyer(s) and ordering of recruitment materials.
Develop/Implement PSA’s (public service announcements).
Ability to work under pressure while remaining professional and exhibiting a positive attitude.
Ability to meet deadlines, prepare detailed reports, and maintain documentation.
Additional duties as assigned by Family Service Manager.

Rock-Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc. is an EEO Employer.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education equivalent to an Associate’s Degree in Human Services or a related field.
Family Service Credential or similar credential based on Head Start Bureau Standards (or must complete within one year of hire).
Requires ability to attend/conduct Head Start job duties on and off-site.
Must be well-organized, able to attend to highly detailed work.
Must meet Wisconsin Administrative code HFS 46/Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers requirements for health report and criminal background check.
Requires excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to operate a computer, keyboard and printer. Familiarity with data base applications.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid Certificates.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Must be able to maintain regular attendance.
Possess the skill of working as part of a team and collaborating with co-workers; and likewise of working independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of and successful experience with non-profit, human services, social work and/or programming for preschool children.
Possess skill in communicating effectively in English and Spanish.
Formal training in business, computers and office procedures.
Marketing skills and/or other public relations skills/experience.
Minimum of one year experience working with diverse populations/family models.
Ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish.
Minimum of one year experience working with diverse populations/family models.
Ability to operate a variety of office machines, such as a scanner, copier, FAX machine, office telephones, etc.

Rock Co. Early Head Start Site Team Leader | Beloit

Salaried position. Full Time/Full Year $27.66 – 28.45 per hour. ($57,532.80 – 59,176 annually)

The Early Head Start (EHS) Site Team Leader (STL) provides immediate supervision and oversight of Rock Co. Early Head Start services and staff according to the individual needs of participating pregnant women and children, ages birth to 3, in consistency with the needs of the community and provided in coordination and collaboration with Head Start and other community services.

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Early Head Start Site Team Leader

Beloit, WI

Description:

The Early Head Start (EHS) Site Team Leader (STL) provides immediate supervision and oversight of Rock Co. Early Head Start services and staff according to the individual needs of participating pregnant women and children, ages birth to 3, in consistency with the needs of the community and provided in coordination and collaboration with Head Start and other community services.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise EHS Nurturers and Home Visitors, including annual appraisal and professional development.
Assist with onboarding for new staff according to agency onboarding plan.
Support staff in working with the program Instructional Coach and other contracted support services.
Provide guidance to direct service staff around individualizing services to children and families.
Support staff with completion of required documentation and record keeping.
Support direct service staff with the process of emergency interventions, including children with challenging behaviors and meet/talk with parents as needed.
Complete classroom and home visit observations to support staff development and high-quality services to children and families.
Provide reflective supervision, including one on one meetings with supervisees and participate in reflective practice sessions.
Attend and support agency meetings/trainings that include EHS team members.
Support direct service staff with planning and facilitation of family events, including playgroups, parent center meetings and family nights.
Support staff with the collection and use of data to drive service delivery.

OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Complete assigned operations paperwork, e.g., time sheets, Registry request forms, etc.
Oversee and coordinate staff coverage to ensure daily program operations.
Sub in classroom per on-call list /schedule.
Participate in night and weekend activities pertinent to job duties.
Support culture of safety.
Support recruitment of program participants.
Attend management meetings, including operations and safety meetings.
Provide input into development, and monitoring of EHS budget.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support management team in development and revision of policies and systems to ensure seamless provision of all services for Head Start and Early Head Start services.
Assist with the development of orientation, onboarding plans and work with EHS Child Development Manager to ensure all tools for implementing are developed and available.
Assist in creating ongoing monitoring strategies and tools and complete monitoring tasks including record keeping of ongoing monitoring.
Work with EHS Child Development Manager to support coach in prioritizing work with EHS nurturers and home visitors.
Work with the EHS Child Development Manager and other professionals to plan and facilitate training to direct service staff.
Participate in cross training and succession planning for EHS child development services.
Assist with the development of childcare collaborations, Memorandum of Understanding agreements and EHS contracts as needed.
Represent RWCFS on pertinent community committees as schedule/job duties allow.

BENEFITS:

Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge.

REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (Pre-K) or a Bachelor’s degree or higher that includes coursework equivalent to a major in Early Childhood Education. Transcripts are required to validate educational requirements.
Employee must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Required excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to maintain good attendance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of one year experience with early childhood home-based and/or center-based programming.
Minimum of one year supervisory experience is preferred.
Ability to operate a variety of office machines, such as computer, keyboard, coper, FAX machine, computer printer, etc.
It is desirable for the employee to be fluent in English and Spanish.

Head Start P4J (4K) Lead Teacher – Preschool (3-5 Years) | Janesville

Full Time/Part Year 40 hours per week $22.56- $24.97 per hour.

The Head Start P4J (4K) Lead Teacher is responsible for developing, planning, and implementing age-appropriate educational experiences for children aged 3-5 in a classroom setting. The primary goal is to promote school readiness and social competency in order to prepare children for Kindergarten and beyond. Recognizing parents as primary teachers, the P4J (4K) Lead Teacher fosters family engagement to enhance school readiness. This role involves collaboration with program staff and community partners, such as the School District of Janesville, to address individual child and family needs, integrating all Head Start service areas into the daily program.

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DPI Lead Teacher

Janesville, WI

Description:

We are currently looking for a Lead Teacher at our Janesville location. This position is Full Time/Part Year 40 hours per week $20.28- 22.04 per hour.

The Lead Teacher develops, plans, and implements a series of educational experiences appropriate to the growth and development of each of the three to five year-old children assigned to his/her care in a classroom setting, working toward the overall goal to promote school readiness and social competency. The parent will be considered the primary teacher and family engagement will be promoted in order to increase school readiness. Working collaboratively with program staff and community representatives to meet individual child and family needs, the Lead Teacher integrates the educational aspects of all Head Start service areas into the child’s daily program.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Developing a lesson plan following Creative Curriculum.
Conduct and document screenings as assigned.
Maintaining complete records on each child’s educational progress.
Work collaboratively with agency staff as well as community partners.
Assist and participate in planning, set up, conducting and clean up of Family Nights.
Provide bus monitor services as determined by classroom need, including but not limited to: providing supervision of children during the bus ride, child boarding and exiting, securing children in appropriate safety restraint systems, oversight of child pick up and release, responding to emergencies, assist with conducting/participating in monthly bus evacuation drills.
Maintain work schedule and is punctual, accountable and willing to adapt schedule to meet unexpected needs and changes of the agency.
Maintaining the safety of children at all times.

BENEFITS: Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to all employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education. Transcripts are required to validate educational requirements.
Employee must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to maintain good attendance.
It is desirable for the employee to be fluent in English and Spanish.

Education Support Specialist

Full Time/Part Year 40 hours per week $25.80-$30.10 per hour.

With the support of the Child Development Manager and in collaboration with other members of the leadership team, the Education Support Specialist will coordinate agency services designed to create inclusive classrooms and nurturing center-based and home-based environments. The position will focus on achieving positive, trauma-informed learning environments supportive of students’ social and emotional development, and educator wellness. The role will encompass duties related to supervision, professional development, policy and procedure oversight, and plan development to ensure services offered are tailored to the needs of individual children 5 and under, and their families.

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Full Job Description | Education Support Specialist - Janesville

Education Support Specialist

Job Type:

Full-time

JOB PURPOSE / SUMMARY

With the support of the Child Development Manager and in collaboration with other members of the leadership team, the Education Support Specialist will coordinate agency services designed to create inclusive classrooms and nurturing center-based and home-based environments. The position will focus on achieving positive, trauma-informed learning environments supportive of students’ social and emotional development, and educator wellness. The role will encompass duties related to supervision, professional development, policy and procedure oversight, and plan development to ensure services offered are tailored to the needs of individual children 5 and under, and their families.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as the primary contact for school districts responsible for developing Individualized Family Service Plans, Individualized Education Programs, and/or Individualized Support/Behavior Intervention Plans. Partner with other agencies to support children in need of individualized care.
Develop and deliver content designed to increase knowledge of child development, with a particular focus on the first 5 years of life.
Partner with mental health consultants to facilitate educator, staff, and parent understanding of both normative and non-normative influences in the complexities of child development; ensure appropriate support and interventions when needed.
Partner with others throughout the organization to implement practices that are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, developmentally appropriate, and person-centered.
Assist with and/or complete Functional Behavioral Assessments and/or program observation instruments, such as the Teaching Pyramid Observation Tool and/or Infant-Toddler Scale.
Serve as a primary support during transitions to Head Start programming, Kindergarten, and/or other programs, as deemed appropriate.
Complete all required paperwork according to program policies and procedures.
Assist with family education, events, home visits, and/or playgroups, as requested/assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee program staff responsible for supporting educators, serving as the first responder for children experiencing dysregulation and/or experiencing crisis, and partnering with families to improve outcomes.
Ensure employees have the tools and resources needed to be successful in their positions.
Provide clear direction, support, and feedback to team members.
Monitor workload, evaluate performance, assess employee goals, and provide opportunities for growth.
Process and submit assigned operations paperwork (time sheets, Registry request forms, etc.).

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with goal development and participate in the agency’s process for continuous quality improvement; monitor, analyze, and present pertinent agency data.
Participate in meetings and other activities designed to ensure collaboration and promote consistency for both agency staff and those served.
Collaborate with other members of the leadership team to support training, education, and professional development opportunities.
Participate in program design and development of the annual calendar; contribute to planning efforts, evaluation, and reporting of annual information to funders.

OPERATIONS RESPONSIBILITIES

Adhere to a schedule for reviewing and revising policies, procedures, and other organizational processes to ensure provision of quality services.
Assist in supporting team members with resources related to child development, trauma-informed care, disabilities, and strategies to support individualized support.
Assist with ensuring compliance with all safety work rules and regulations; supervise audits of staff and program files.
Assist Program Support staff in maintaining program inventory records.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position. An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. It is the responsibility of the individual to inform the employer of any accommodation needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A passion for early care and education, social-emotional learning, trauma-informed care, infant/child mental health, and/or supporting individuals with disabilities.
A bachelor’s degree in early childhood development, education, social work, psychology, or a related field, and a willingness to obtain additional education pertinent to the role. (Financial assistance may be provided.)
Three or more years of work experience in any of the essential duties/responsibilities outlined above.
Certification in infant and early childhood mental health or trauma-informed care, or licensure as a Special Education Program Aide.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times and handle sensitive matters with professionalism.
Ability to collaborate with others, perform high quality work with minimal to moderate supervision, meet deadlines, and maintain a workload that contributes to the overall effective operations of the agency.
Experience utilizing Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, Power Point, Adobe, etc.).
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

A master’s degree in early childhood development, education, social work, psychology, or a related field, and a willingness to obtain additional education pertinent to the role. (Financial assistance may be provided.)
Experience supervising, leading, assessing, and/or evaluating the performance of others.
Experience providing care in a non-profit, childcare, or educational setting.
The ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL DEMANDS

Employees must be able to demonstrate at all times that they are physically, mentally, and emotionally able to meet the requirements of their job.

Physical Demands:

Communication: Speaking clearly, hearing, and using hands to handle objects or controls.
Physical Activity: Depending on the job, employees may need to lift up to 25 pounds; sit for long periods of time; bend, squat or crouch; sit on the floor and return to standing; climb stairs; and/or move quickly throughout the building.
Visual Acuity: Seeing details of objects at various distances, as well as depth perception. The ability to withstand blue light from computer screens, smart phones, and other technology.
Auditory Acuity: The ability to hear and focus on conversations and potentially respond quickly to sounds.

Mental Demands:

Cognitive Skills: Learning new information, remembering processes, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for decision-making. Making timely and effective decisions under pressure.
Problem-Solving: Identifying problems, analyzing situations, and finding solutions.
Organization and Planning: Organizing tasks, setting priorities, and managing time effectively.
Adaptability: Adapting to changing situations and priorities.
Stress Management: Managing stress and maintaining composure under pressure.
Crisis Intervention Skills: Experience in providing support to others managing high-stress situations.

Emotional Demands:

Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Understanding and responding to the emotions of team members. Understanding one’s own strengths and weaknesses and how they impact others.
Relationship Building: The ability to form and nurture meaningful connections with others, both personally and professionally.
Conflict Resolution: Resolving conflicts constructively and fairly.
Frustration Tolerance: Coping with and enduring frustrating situations without experiencing excessive negative emotions or behaviors.
Resilience: Maintaining a positive attitude and bouncing back from setbacks.
Growth Mindset: Believing that your abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication, effort, and learning, and maintaining an openness to receiving supervision and feedback to improve practice.

The physical, mental, and emotional requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The employee primarily works indoors within a school building. The noise level in the work environment ranges from low to moderate, depending on the location of the work being performed.
The employee may assist with work that requires an immediate response. Occasional interruptions to workflow are expected.
The employee occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions for short periods of time.
The employee may encounter illness and/or be exposed to situations that require CPR or first-aid to be administered.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to successfully function within the work environment.

BENEFITS

Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short-term disability and life insurance at no charge.

Salary Description

$25.80-$30.10

Education Support Professional

Full Time/Part Year 40 hours per week $20.76-$24.30 per hour.

The Education Support Professional will provide essential assistance to educators and children 5 and under to promote a healthy environment where children are safe and can learn. With a focus on student and educator well-being, this position will partner to provide individualized services students, including those presenting with trauma histories, special health care needs, disabilities and/or delays, as well as dual language learners.

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Education Support Professional

Job Type

Full-time

JOB PURPOSE or JOB SUMMARY:

The Education Support Professional will provide essential assistance to educators and children 5 and under to promote a healthy environment where children are safe and can learn. With a focus on student and educator well-being, this position will partner to provide individualized services students, including those presenting with trauma histories, special health care needs, disabilities and/or delays, as well as dual language learners.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Connect with children during: transportation to/from school; when providing breaks and occasionally substituting in the classroom; when assisting with breakfast, lunch, snack, and/or recess; and when working 1:1 with children to promote skill development.
Establish meaningful relationships with students for the purpose of understanding of who they are, how they communicate, and what they need to be successful in school and at home.
Partner with mental health consultants, parents, educators and other agency staff to implement individual support plans and strategies that promote student success. Participate in the development of Individualized Family Service Plans, Individualized Education Programs, and/or Individualized Support/Behavior Intervention Plans, as requested.
Serve as the first responder for children experiencing dysregulation and/or in crisis. Provide in-classroom support and implement individualized strategies to help return the child to a state of regulation.
Work with children to strengthen fine and gross motor skills; cognitive, play, and social skills; self-help skills; and to manage sensory input.
Identify and share strategies that work for individual children with their teachers and parents, guardians, and/or caregivers.
Serve as a primary support during transitions to Head Start programming and/or Kindergarten.
Complete all required paperwork according to program policies and procedures (e.g., attendance records, daily meal counts, child abuse and neglect reporting, volunteer records, family engagement reports, etc.).
Conduct and document observations/screenings as assigned.
Assist with family events, home visits, and/or playgroups, as requested/assigned.

OPERATIONS SUPPORT

Assist with implementation of trauma-informed care throughout the agency.
Develop training and other resources to promote trauma-informed classrooms and nurturing environments.
Provide technical assistance and modeling to agency staff to support effective engagement of students and/or their families.
Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations; assist with Emergency Preparedness and related safety drills.
Attend agency meetings and participate in committees or workgroups.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position. An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. It is the responsibility of the individual to inform the employer of any accommodation needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A passion for early care and education, social-emotional learning, trauma-informed care, and/or infant/child mental health.
An associate’s degree in early childhood development, education, social work, psychology, or a related field, and a willingness to obtain additional education pertinent to the role. (Financial assistance may be provided.)
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times and handle sensitive matters with professionalism.
Ability to collaborate with others and perform high quality work with minimal to moderate supervision.
Ability to meet deadlines and maintain a workload that contributes to the overall effective operations of the agency.
Experience utilizing Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, Power Point, Adobe, etc.).
Ability to work with diverse populations/family models.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Ability to maintain good attendance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

A bachelor’s degree in early childhood development, education, social work, psychology, or a related field, and a willingness to obtain additional education pertinent to the role. (Financial assistance may be provided.)
Three or more years of work experience in any of the essential duties/responsibilities outlined above.
Ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish.
Certification in infant and early childhood mental health or trauma-informed care, or licensure as a Special Education Program Aide.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, and EMOTIONAL DEMANDS:

Employees must be able to demonstrate at all times that they are physically, mentally, and emotionally able to meet the requirements of their job.

Physical Demands:

Communication: Speaking clearly, hearing, and using hands to handle objects or controls.

Physical Activity: Depending on the job, employees may need to lift up to 40 pounds; stand for long periods of time; bend, squat or crouch; sit on the floor and return to standing; climb stairs; and/or move quickly throughout the building.

Visual Acuity: Seeing details of objects at various distances, as well as depth perception. The ability to withstand blue light from computer screens, smart phones, and other technology.

Auditory Acuity: The ability to hear and focus on conversations and potentially respond quickly to sounds.

Mental Demands:

Cognitive Skills: Learning new information, remembering processes, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for decision-making. Making timely and effective decisions under pressure.

Problem-Solving: Identifying problems, analyzing situations, and finding solutions.

Organization and Planning: Organizing tasks, setting priorities, and managing time effectively.

Adaptability: Adapting to changing situations and priorities.

Stress Management: Managing stress and maintaining composure under pressure.

Crisis Intervention Skills: Experience in crisis intervention and the ability to manage high-stress situations.

Emotional Demands:

Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Understanding and responding to the emotions of team members. Understanding one’s own strengths and weaknesses and how they impact others.

Relationship Building: The ability to form and nurture meaningful connections with others, both personally and professionally.

Conflict Resolution: Resolving conflicts constructively and fairly.

Frustration Tolerance: Coping with and enduring frustrating situations without experiencing excessive negative emotions or behaviors

Resilience: Maintaining a positive attitude and bouncing back from setbacks.

Growth Mindset: Believing that your abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication, effort, and learning, and maintaining an openness to receiving supervision and feedback to improve practice.

The physical, mental, and emotional requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The employee primarily works indoors within a school building. The noise level in the work environment ranges from low to moderate, depending on the location of the work being performed.
The employee regularly performs work that requires an immediate response. Regular interruptions to workflow are expected.
The employee occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions for short periods of time.
The employee may encounter illness and/or be exposed to situations that require CPR or first-aid to be administered.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to successfully function within the work environment.
The position schedule aligns with the school year calendar. The employee will likely be temporarily laid off during summer months, at which time unemployment can be collected.

BENEFITS

Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short-term disability and life insurance at no charge. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off. Employees off during summer months are eligible for unemployment compensation.

Salary Description

$20.76-$24.30

Sub Bus Driver/Janitorial

Part Time/Part Year (24 – 27 hours per week) for our Rock and Walworth County sites. Rate of pay, $16.33 – 18.52 an hour.

The sub bus driver/janitorial safely and efficiently operates a motor vehicle to transport Head Start children safely to and from a Head Start center, while carefully observing all traffic laws and adhering to the Agency’s policies and procedures. Carry out the mission of the program and support and implement program decisions and work closely with the Transportation Coordinator.

When not driving the sub bus driver may be assigned to complete some cleaning, shuttling of buses, or delivering of supplies/interoffice mail, helping with moving of classrooms.

Observe all safety, motor vehicle and day care licensing rules and regulations.

Attend all required All-Staff and Transportation Training and other meetings as assigned.

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Bus Driver

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle and touch, talk and hear, smell, and use arms, foot/feet to operate machine. The employee is frequently required to reach above shoulders; climb and balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

The employee must occasionally life and/or moves up to 50 pounds. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Strength and dexterity to safely exit the school bus emergency door and lift/slide children safely to the ground.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts, in outdoor weather conditions, and performs work related travel. The employee frequently works in wet and humid conditions and is exposed to vibration. The employee occasionally is exposed to extreme cold or heat and the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Benefits:

Vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge.

Requirements:

Qualification Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must be 21 years of age.
WI Driver’s License CDL with school bus endorsement
It is desirable for the employee to have knowledge of and successful experience with non-profit, human services, and/or programming for preschool age children.
A minimum of one year experience with diverse populations/ family models.
Requires three to six months experience in the operation of a commercial vehicle and in transporting school age children, or ability to show proof of trainability.
The employee must meet the physical and mental requirements to maintain a Dept. Of Transportation Motor Carrier Medical Examiner Certificate; Commercial Driver’s License with a School Bus Endorsement.
Must meet Wisconsin Administrative code DCF 251/Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers requirements for health report and criminal background check.
Ability to obtain certification, or have CPR and first aid.
Requires the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to maintain regular daily attendance.
Possess the skill of working as part of a team and likewise of working independently and following through on assignments following directions.

Early Head Start Home Visitor | Beloit

Beloit, WI

Full Time/Full Year position (40 hours per week).
This is an hourly position at $20.28 an hour.

The purpose of the Early Head Start Home Visitor (EHS HV) is to work closely with pregnant woman, infants and toddlers in their homes, weekly, along with bi-monthly play/group/socializations opportunities for these families in Early Head Start or community settings. The EHS HV will manage a home based caseload.

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RECORDKEEPING

Complete documentation of parent contact as required and communicate family emergency contact information changes, and all other information pertinent to the child’s health, safety, well-being, and educational progress to appropriate staff per program policy and procedure.
Participate in the collection of In-Kind donations and documentation, as well as recording At Home Project hours and any classroom volunteer hours, or hours contributed by professionals.
Submit files, records, reports, including data, as guided and when requested. Submit appropriate program request forms and receipts for materials and equipment when required.
Complete all required paperwork according to program policies and procedures: weekly attendance records, Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting form, monthly volunteer records, and all other records as required.
Conduct and document screenings as assigned. Conduct and/or support parents in completing program adopted developmental and social emotional screening tool with each child according to screening procedures within 45 days of each child’s first day of attendance.
Maintain complete record keeping system on each assigned infant and toddler, including long and short range objectives, progress toward their attainment, and strategies, using identified assessment instruments and maintain ongoing written observations, as well as portfolio development and outcome data collection for each infant and toddler for the purpose of on-going assessment and individualization of programming for children.

CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT

FAMILY PARTNERSHIP BUILDING

TRANSPORTATION

Provide bus monitor services as determined by play group need, including but not limited to: providing supervision of children during the bus ride, child boarding and exiting, securing children in appropriate safety restraint systems, oversight of child and parent pick up and responding to emergencies, assist with conducting/participating in monthly bus evacuation drills.

COMMUNICATION

Maintain documentation of parent contact regarding child behavior and adjustment to school, home visits, health and nutritional needs, educational curriculum, goals and progress, family emergency contact information changes, and all other information pertinent to the child’s health, safety, well-being and educational progress.
Maintain communication with regard to parent concerns, parent living conditions or requests for assistance.
Maintain established work schedule and is punctual, accountable; and willing to adapt schedule to meet unexpected needs and changes of the agency.
Maintain open and positive communication and create a supportive/encouraging atmosphere for children, families and co-workers.

ELIGABILITY, RECRUITMENT, SELECTION, ENROLLMENT, ATTENANDANCE (ERSEA)

Assist with the recruitment of children and families for the Early Head Start/Head Start program, including children from non-English speaking families.
Schedule and attend enrollment meetings with families, staff and/or Team Leader(s) as requested and provide interpretation services as needed.
Attend community events and provide community education on the philosophy and approach of Early Head Start. This responsibility may involve informal discussions, small and large group presentations and dispensing literature and promotional materials. Assist in returning partner information to RWCFS for developing our understanding of community strengths and needs.
Document excused and un-excused absences and follow up with families accordingly. Support the parents in removing barriers and improving attendance thought the development of an attendance agreement.
Follow-up on attendance concerns working closely with the Head Start staff with ERSEA.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications
RWCFS EHS Home Visitors will have a home-based CDA credential or a comparable credential or equivalent coursework as part of an associate’s or bachelor degree; and demonstrate competency to plan and implement home-based learning experiences that ensure effective implementation of the home visiting curriculum and promote children’s progress across standards described in the Head start Early Learning Outcomes Framework; Ages Birth to Five, including for children with disabilities, and dual language learners, as appropriate, and to build respectful, culturally responsive, and trusting relationships with families. Transcripts are required to validate educational requirements.

The employee will be assigned to work primarily in one service region, however, the employee will be expected to travel to other regions with little notice as needed and assigned.
Requires pursuit of and obtainment of the Infant/Toddler Credential within 18 months of hire.
Communicate fluently (read, write and speak) in Spanish.
Employee must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to maintain good attendance.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
DOULA certified
Ability to operate a variety of office machines such as: computer, keyboard, copier, FAX machine, computer printer, etc.

ASSISTANT NURTURER

(Infant/Toddler Care)

Beloit, WI

Full Time/Full Year position.
This is an hourly position at a rate of $13.85 – 15.67 an hour.

The Early Head Start Assistant Nurturer works closely with the Lead Nurturer to provide a safe, nurturing, comfortable, family-like, and high-quality daily program for infants and toddlers.

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ASSISTANT NURTURER
(Infant/Toddler Care)

BELOIT, WI

Description:

The Early Head Start Assistant Nurturer works closely with the Lead Nurturer to provide a safe, nurturing, comfortable, family-like, and high-quality daily program for infants and toddlers. The Early Head Start Assistant Nurturer will support the Lead Nurturer to develop and implement a series of educational experiences appropriate to the growth and development of each infant and toddler assigned to his/her classroom, working toward the overall goal to promote school readiness and social competency. Since parents are their child’s primary teacher, family engagement will be promoted to increase school readiness. Working collaboratively with program staff and community representatives to meet individual child and family needs, the EHS Assistant Nurturer helps the Lead Nurturer to integrate all educational aspects of Early Head Start service areas into the child’s daily program.

Benefits:

Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge.

Requirements:

This position requires a minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential with at least one course in Infant/Toddler development. Preferred education is an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education.
Depending on qualifications, completion of training in infant / toddler curriculum, such as Infant/Toddler Credential Training within one year of hire may be required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to record and maintain accurate and up to date records including but not limited to weekly schedules.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification.
Ability to always maintain confidentiality as well as maintain regular attendance.
The ability to write and speak effectively in English and Spanish is preferred.

Cook

This is a part time/part year (28 hours per week). This is an hourly position at a rate of $16.71 an hour.

The cook will provide for nutritional services that contribute to the development and socialization of enrolled infants, toddlers, and children by preparing and serving a variety of developmentally appropriate high-quality foods, in compliance with all applicable Federal, State rules and regulations and food safety and sanitation procedures including those related to the safe storage, preparation and service of food.

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COOK

BELOIT, WI

Description

This is a Part Time/Part Year position (28 hours per week). This is an hourly position at a rate of $16.71 per hour. The cook will provide for nutritional services that contribute to the development and socialization of enrolled infants, toddlers, and children by preparing and serving a variety of developmentally appropriate high-quality foods, in compliance with all applicable Federal, State rules and regulations and food safety and sanitation procedures including those related to the safe storage, preparation and service of food.

BENEFITS: Vacation, sick and personal time accruals. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off.

Requirements

Requires a High School diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license and vehicle. Additional training in food service operations or production kitchens and knowledge and experience with CACFP preferred.

Employees must be able to demonstrate at all times that they are physically, mentally, and emotionally able to meet the requirements of their job.

Physical Demands:

Communication: Speaking clearly, hearing, and using hands to handle objects or controls.
Physical Activity: Depending on the job, employees may need to lift up to 50 pounds; stand for long periods of time; bend, squat or crouch; sit on the floor and return to standing; climb stairs; and/or move quickly throughout the building.
Visual Acuity: Seeing details of objects at various distances, as well as depth perception.

Mental Demands:

Cognitive Skills: Learning new information, remembering processes, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for decision-making.
Organization and Planning: Organizing tasks, setting priorities, and managing time effectively.
Adaptability: Adapting to changing situations and priorities.
Stress Management: Managing stress and maintaining composure under pressure.

Emotional Demands:

Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Understanding and responding to the emotions of team members. Understanding one’s own strengths and weaknesses and how they impact others.
Relationship Building: The ability to form and nurture meaningful connections with others, both personally and professionally.
Conflict Resolution: Resolving conflicts constructively and fairly.
Frustration Tolerance: Coping with and enduring frustrating situations without experiencing excessive negative emotions or behaviors.
Resilience: Maintaining a positive attitude and bouncing back from setbacks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee primarily works indoors within a school building. The noise level in the work environment ranges from low to moderate, depending on the location of the work being performed.
The employee occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions for short periods of time, and may need to travel.
The employee may encounter illness and/or be exposed to situations that require CPR or first-aid to be administered.
The employee works with equipment capable of causing injury if proper precautions are not exercised.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to successfully function within the work environment.

Lead Teacher

Beloit, WI

Full Time/Part Year 37.5 hours per week
This is an hourly position at $17.16 – $19.78 an hour.

The Lead Teacher develops, plans, and implements a series of educational experiences appropriate to the growth and development of each of the three to five year-old children assigned to his/her care in a classroom setting, working toward the overall goal to promote school readiness and social competency. The parent will be considered the primary teacher and family engagement will be promoted in order to increase school readiness. Working collaboratively with program staff and community representatives to meet individual child and family needs, the Lead Teacher integrates the educational aspects of all Head Start service areas into the child’s daily program.

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LEAD TEACHER

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Developing a lesson plan following Creative Curriculum.
Conduct and document screenings as assigned.
Maintaining complete records on each child’s educational progress.
Work collaboratively with agency staff as well as community partners.
Assist and participate in planning, set up, conducting and clean up of Family Nights.
Provide bus monitor services as determined by classroom need, including but not limited to: providing supervision of children during the bus ride, child boarding and exiting, securing children in appropriate safety restraint systems, oversight of child pick up and release, responding to emergencies, assist with conducting/participating in monthly bus evacuation drills.
Maintain work schedule and is punctual, accountable and willing to adapt schedule to meet unexpected needs and changes of the agency.
Maintaining the safety of children at all times.

BENEFITS:
Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to all employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off.

Requirements
Beginning January 1, 2022, proof of COVD vaccination is required or an approved waiver to be considered for employment

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education (Pre-K) or a Bachelor’s degree that includes coursework equivalent to a major in Early Childhood Education. Transcripts are required to validate educational requirements.
Employee must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to maintain good attendance.
It is desirable for the employee to be fluent in English and Spanish.

Assistant Teacher | Beloit Center

$18.95 an hour.

The Assistant Teacher works collaboratively with other site and classroom staff to provide educational experiences appropriate to the growth and development of each of the three to five-year-old children assigned to his/her care, while supporting the individual goals of the children and the overall goal of promoting social competency, and providing consistency in activities at the center and on the Head Start bus.

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RECORDKEEPING

Complete all required paperwork according to program policies and procedures: weekly attendance records, USDA reports (daily meal counts), Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting form, monthly volunteer records, and all other records as required. Complete Classroom daytime family engagement reports, which include any activities or events that parents are invited to attend.
Conduct and document observations/screenings as assigned.

CURRUCULUM AND ASSESSMENT

Work collaboratively with agency staff assigned to the classroom to prepare and conduct daily, individualized programming, for children and families according to team-developed lesson plans based on developmentally appropriate and best practices.
Use the Positive Guidance policy and personal safety guidance with classes including any program approved curriculum. Provide behavior management for individual children, including consulting with the Mental Health Consultant who will assist with further screening and ISP development as beneficial.
Follow all conduct and safety policies and procedures to ensure the children’s safety at all times including ensuring children are within sight and sound of RWCFS staff at all times.
Participate in the IEP, IFSP process for serving children with special needs and implementation of appropriate support plan.

FAMILY PARTNERSHIP BUILDING

Advise mothers, fathers and guardians of classroom and Head Start activities, events, meetings and program initiatives, such as Family Literacy, Parent Center Meetings, Family Nights, Fatherhood Friday and other appropriate workshops, trainings or other opportunities for family engagement.
Assist and participate in planning, set up, conducting and clean-up of Family Nights.
Assist the lead teacher in making a minimum of three required home visits to each child’s home and two parent/teacher conferences held in the family’s home or at the center. These home visits will be used to provide orientation to the program, solicit parental input for their child’s curriculum, and support effective transitions to the next appropriate educational setting, to share child’s progress and to maintain a close partnership with parents.

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT

Communicate with parents through a variety of mediums to provide program orientation, involve them in their child’s education, discuss their child’s progress, suggest activities that can be continued in the home, and develop individualized programing.
Assist families with transition planning for children into and out of Head Start, and to the next appropriate setting.

TRANSPORTATION

Follow all procedures and policies in regards to Transportation
Provide bus monitor services as determined by classroom need, including but not limited to: providing supervision of children during the bus ride, child boarding and exiting, securing children in appropriate safety restraint systems, oversight of child pick up and release, responding to emergencies, assist with conducting/participating in monthly bus evacuation drills.
Implement activities on the bus as outlined in lesson plans.

COMMUNICATION

Maintain documentation of parent contact regarding child behavior and adjustment to school, home visits, health and nutritional needs, educational curriculum, goals and progress, family emergency contact information changes, and all other information pertinent to the child’s health, safety, well-being and educational progress.
Maintain communication with the Family Service Coordinator regarding parent concerns, parent living conditions or requests for assistance.
Maintain established work schedule, punctual, accountable; and willing to adapt schedule to meet unexpected needs and changes of the agency.
Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.
Maintain open and positive communication and create a supportive/encouraging atmosphere for children, families and co-workers.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborate and work as a team with the families, Early Head Start/Head Start program staff, child care collaborators,
students and volunteers.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire. Transcripts are required to validate educational requirements.
Employee must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to maintain good attendance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education (Pre-K)
Ability to operate a variety of office machines, such as computer, keyboard, copier, FAX machine, computer printer, etc.

It is desirable for the employee to be fluent in English and Spanish.

Bilingual ERSEA Assistant | Part-time

Beloit, WI

Part Time (20 hours)/Full Year position at our Beloit Center.
This is an hourly position at $14.75 an hour base rate +.25 bilingual premium.

The Bilingual Enrollment, Recruitment, Selection, Eligibility, Attendance (ERSEA) Assistant, at the discretion of the ERSEA Specialist, supports the recruitment, selection/enrollment and attendance of children in Head Start and Early Head Start, with an emphasis on supporting primarily Spanish speaking participant applications and Spanish speaking participating families.

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Full Job Description | Bilingual ERSEA Assistant

BENEFITS:

Rock Walworth CFS offers vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge.

REQUIREMENTS:

Beginning January 1, 2022, proof of COVD vaccination is required or an approved waiver to be considered for employment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be 18 years of age.
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
Ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish both verbally and in writing. Ability to translate Spanish correspondence from families and reply to them in Spanish.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Basic computer skills and it is desirable to have data entry experience.
Ability to perform more than one task at a time.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Ability to maintain regular daily attendance.
Possess the skill of working as part of a team, working independently, following through on assignments and following directions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Two years’ experience, preferably in an enrollment capacity or in a human service field or another area that required working closely with the public.
Marketing skills and/or public relations skills/experience helpful.
Formal training in business, computers, and office procedures.
Family Service Credential or must complete successfully within one year of hire. Agency will pay for certification when training become available.

Bilingual Program Support

Beloit, WI
(With travel required to all sites in Rock and Walworth Counties)

Full Time/Full Year position (40 hours per week).
This is an hourly position at $14.43 – 15.65 an hour.

The Bilingual Program Support is responsible for working to meet the communication needs of RWCFS participating families whose primary language is not English, with a majority of effort placed on providing direct services to families or supporting staff in providing direct services, including translation and interpretation services in Spanish.

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Full Job Description | Bilingual Program Support

BENEFITS:

Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for signal coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401K contribution to all employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum
The Bilingual Program Support position requires an Associate’s Degree in Human Services, Communications, Early Childhood Education or related field. May be required to obtain credential if needed (i.e. Family Service Credential). The ability to write and speak effectively in English and Spanish is required.

Preferred

- Bachelor degree in human services, communications, early childhood education or related field.
- Two or more years of experience working in a similar position.
- Experience working in a non-profit setting.

Beginning January 1, 2022, proof of COVD vaccination is required or an approved waiver to be considered for employment

Site Team Leader

Beloit, WI

Full Time/Full Year position (40 hours per week).
This is a salaried, exempt position. $49,462 – $51,064 per year

The Site Team Leader will oversee daily operations and facilities at assigned Head Start/Early Head Start sites, providing support and supervision over services to children and families. Assist the program in assuring that all Head Start/Early Head Start Performance Standards, Program Initiatives and other governance requirements are met and RWCFS Head Start/Early Head Start policies and procedures are incorporated for the provision of high quality programming at assigned sites. Provide immediate response to site activities and needs, represent RWCFS Head Start/Early Head Start in the immediate service area, collaborate services with other local community collaborators and maintain close communication with all Head Start/Early Head Start sites. Uphold all program policies and procedures and exhibit appropriate cooperative attitude toward program staff, enrolled children and their families, and volunteers.

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Full Job Description | Site Team Leader

BENEFITS:

Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to all employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge.

REQUIREMENTS:

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development or a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study plus equivalent training and experience in a qualified field.
Requires a minimum of five years working in child development or human services activity, two years of supervisory experience, and successful experience working with diverse families and community members.
Knowledge of HFS 46 State of Wisconsin Licensing Rules Group Childcare Centers.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to maintain regular daily attendance.
Possess the skill of working as part of a team and collaborating with co-workers; and likewise of working independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction.

Beginning January 1, 2022, proof of COVD vaccination is required or an approved waiver to be considered for employment

Lead Teacher

Whitewater, WI

Full Time/Part Year 37.5 hours per week
This is an hourly position at $17.16 – $19.78 an hour.

The Lead Teacher develops, plans, and implements a series of educational experiences appropriate to the growth and development of each of the three to five year-old children assigned to his/her care in a classroom setting, working toward the overall goal to promote school readiness and social competency. The parent will be considered the primary teacher and family engagement will be promoted in order to increase school readiness. Working collaboratively with program staff and community representatives to meet individual child and family needs, the Lead Teacher integrates the educational aspects of all Head Start service areas into the child’s daily program.

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Full Job Description | Lead Teacher

LEAD TEACHER

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Developing a lesson plan following Creative Curriculum.
Conduct and document screenings as assigned.
Maintaining complete records on each child’s educational progress.
Work collaboratively with agency staff as well as community partners.
Assist and participate in planning, set up, conducting and clean up of Family Nights.
Provide bus monitor services as determined by classroom need, including but not limited to: providing supervision of children during the bus ride, child boarding and exiting, securing children in appropriate safety restraint systems, oversight of child pick up and release, responding to emergencies, assist with conducting/participating in monthly bus evacuation drills.
Maintain work schedule and is punctual, accountable and willing to adapt schedule to meet unexpected needs and changes of the agency.
Maintaining the safety of children at all times.

BENEFITS:
Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to all employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off.

Requirements
Beginning January 1, 2022, proof of COVD vaccination is required or an approved waiver to be considered for employment

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education (Pre-K) or a Bachelor’s degree that includes coursework equivalent to a major in Early Childhood Education. Transcripts are required to validate educational requirements.
Employee must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to maintain good attendance.
It is desirable for the employee to be fluent in English and Spanish.

Head Start Child Development Manager

Beloit, WI

Full Time/Full Year position (40 hours per week).
This is a salaried, exempt position. $56,867 – $58,656 per year

If you value the importance of partnering with parents, and working together with staff and community to support children’s readiness for school and life success, and ultimately having a positive impact on communities this may be the job for you.

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Full Job Description | Child Development Manager

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop policy/procedures to ensure programing meets regulatory requirements and supports provision of quality child development services.
Support Site Team Leaders and other managers as needed in their supervision of direct service staff with implementation of child development services.
Work with Site Team Leaders to support coach in prioritizing work with Head Start teachers.
Provide support to Site Team Leaders and direct service staff with IFSP, IEP and ISP development, implementation, record keeping as needed, and share data with appropriate stakeholders.
Provide support to Site Team Leaders and direct service staff for children with challenging behaviors and meet/talk with parents as needed.
Develop and/or oversee data collection methods and analysis for program Child Development services, working closely with the EHS Child Development Manager for EHS data.
Develop and work with Site Team Leaders, the EHS Child Development Manager and other professionals to plan and facilitate training to direct service staff.
Provide oversight of regulatory requirements and ongoing monitoring of HS child development services, including record keeping reporting of continuous quality improvement efforts.
Facilitate onboarding for new staff according to agency onboarding plan.
Provide input into development, monitoring of and oversight of HS budget.
Provide development and oversight of Memorandum of Understanding agreements and HS contracts.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise Site Team Leaders including observations, annual appraisal and professional development plan.
Supervise, complete observations and support work of the HS Instructional Coach.
Provide oversight and facilitation of appropriate committees.
Participate in cross training and succession planning for HS child development services.
Provide support and opportunities for reflection for Site Team Leaders and Instructional Coach.
Oversee activities, wellness and reflective practices of the Mental Health Consultant.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Use data to work with stakeholders to assess and improve program child development services, including development of goals, objectives and action plans.
Develop orientation and onboarding plans and ensure all tools for implementing are developed and available.
Collaborate with Early Head Start Child Development Manager, and management team in development of policy and systems to ensure seamless provision of all services for Head Start and Early Head Start families.
Present outcomes and other pertinent information to Policy Council and Board of Directors as requested.
Represent RWCFS on pertinent community committees as schedule/job duties allow.
Provide input into program design and other program-wide decision making.

OPERATION RESPONSIBILITIES

Process and submit assigned operations paperwork, e.g., time sheets
Sub in classroom per on-call list /schedule.
Occasionally participate in night and weekend activities pertinent to job duties.
Support culture of safety.
Support recruitment of program participants.
Attend Operations meetings and CFP meetings needed and appropriate.

Requirements

Beginning January 1, 2022, proof of COVD vaccination is required or an approved waiver to be considered for employment Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (Pre-K) or a Bachelor’s degree or higher that includes coursework equivalent to a major in Early Childhood Education. Transcripts are required to validate educational requirements.

Employee must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Ability to learn how to effectively use data management programs.
Required excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to maintain good attendance.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of three years supervisory experience.
Ability to operate a variety of office machines, such as computer, keyboard, coper, FAX machine, computer printer, etc.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
It is desirable for the employee to be fluent in English and Spanish.

Early Head Start Float

Beloit, WI

Full Time/Full Year (24 hours per week) unless covering a case load then the hours will be 40 hours a week.
This is an hourly position at $14.32-15.22 an hour depending on education.

The Floating Early Head Start Infant and Toddler Nurturer/Home Visitor will help in the development of plans and implementation of a series of educational experiences appropriate to the growth and development of each of the infant and toddler children assigned to his/her care in a classroom setting or through the home-based setting, working toward the overall goal to promote school readiness and social competency. The parent will be considered the primary teacher and family engagement will be promoted in order to increase school readiness. Working collaboratively with program staff and community representatives to meet individual child and family needs, the EHS Float integrates educational aspects of all Early Head Start service areas into the child’s daily program.

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Full Job Description | Early Head Start Float

BENEFITS:

Rock Walworth CFS offers a benefit package to employees working 20-29 hours, vision, life/AD&D, and short term disability. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to all employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, and worker’s compensation insurance.

REQUIREMENTS:

Current federal law requires all Head Start/Early Head Start staff and volunteers to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Any one who works in a Head Start/Early Head Start classroom or facility or comes in contact with students or families is covered by the mandate.

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, or related Human Services field. Transcripts are required to validate educational requirements.
Requires pursuit of and obtainment of the Infant/Toddler Credential within 1 year of employment.

The employee will be assigned to work primarily in one service region, however, the employee will be expected to travel to other regions with little notice as needed and assigned.

Requires ability to attend/conduct Early Head Start job duties on and off-site.
Employee must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to maintain good attendance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred candidate will have education and/or experience in the area of Social Work, Human Services or Early Childhood Education or a related field and experience/education in the field of Early Childhood Education, experience working with community resources, and experience working with low-income families.

Minimum of one year experience working with diverse populations/family models.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and records maintenance ability.
Ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish.

Floating Assistant Teacher Janesville Center

Janesville, WI

Full Time/Part Year (30 hours per week) for our Janesville Center site.
This is an hourly position at $13.83 – $15.67 an hour as well as being reimbursed mileage for travel during work hours.

The Floating Assistant Teacher will assist all the classrooms in the region they are assigned. They will provide support to the children as well as the Lead Teachers. This employee will be assigned to work primarily in one service area, however, the employee will be expected to travel to other regions with little notice as needed and assigned. The ability to write and speak effectively in English and Spanish is preferred.

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Full Job Description | Floating Assistant Teacher Janesville Center

BENEFITS:

Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off.

REQUIREMENTS:

Current federal law requires all Head Start/Early Head Start staff and volunteers to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Any one who works in a Head Start/Early Head Start classroom or facility or comes in contact with students or families is covered by the mandate.

This position requires at a minimum have a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire. Preferred education Associates degree in Early Childhood Education.

Assistant Teacher – Janesville

Part Time/Part Year – Full Time/Part Year (25 – 37.5 hours per week)

This is an hourly position at $16.71 – 18.95 an hour.

The Assistant Teacher will work closely with the Lead Teacher in implementing the curriculum and being in contact with families about daily activities. The ability to write and speak effectively in English and Spanish is preferred.

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ASSISTANT TEACHER – Janesville

CURRICULUM and ASSESSMENT

Work collaboratively with agency staff assigned to the classroom to prepare and conduct daily, individualized programming, for children and families according to lesson plans based on developmentally appropriate and best practices.
Support Lead Teacher with the integration of a variety of activities including but not limited to, music, movement and outdoor/active play, health, dental, nutrition and safety into the classroom day. Incorporate learning opportunities that foster the development of skills, behavior, language and literacy, cognition, and motor skills through implementation of program approved research based curriculum approaches.
Take the lead as necessary in Lead Teacher’s absence to ensure continuity for children working cooperatively and guiding assigned substitute teacher.
Support the development and, execution of lesson plans according to agency and supervisor expectations.
Use the Positive Guidance policy and personal safety guidance with children including any program approved curriculum. Provide behavior management for individual children, including participating in consultation with the Mental Health Consultant.
Follow all conduct and safety policies and procedures to ensure children’s safety at all times including ensuring children are within sight and sound of RWCFS staff at all times.
Support Lead Teacher in individualizing services to children in support of scaffolding, Individual Service Plans and IEP or IFSP. Participate in the IEP, IFSP process if/when assigned

FAMILY PARTNERSHIP BUILDING

Advise mothers, fathers and guardians of classroom and Head Start activities, events, meetings and program initiatives, such as Family Literacy, Parent Center Meetings, Family Nights, Fatherhood Friday (or other fatherhood focused activities) and other appropriate workshops, trainings or other opportunities for family engagement.
Assist and participate in planning, set up, conducting and clean-up of Family Nights.
Support Lead Teacher in preparing for and provision of required home visits and conferences. These home visits will be used to provide orientation to the program, solicit parental input for their child’s curriculum, and support effective transitions to the next appropriate educational setting, to share child’s progress and to maintain a close partnership with parents.

TRANSPORTATION

Provide bus monitor services as determined by classroom need, including but not limited to: providing supervision of children during the bus ride, child boarding and exiting, securing children in appropriate safety restraint systems, oversight of child pick up and release, responding to emergencies, assist with conducting/participating in monthly bus evacuation drills.

COMMUNICATION

Maintain documentation of parent contact regarding child behavior and adjustment to school, home visits, health and nutritional needs, educational curriculum, goals and progress, family emergency contact information changes, and all other information pertinent to the child’s health, safety, well-being and educational progress.
Maintain communication with the Family Resource Worker regarding parent concerns, parent living conditions or requests for assistance.
Maintains established work schedule and is punctual, accountable; and willing to adapt schedule to meet unexpected needs and changes of the agency.
Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.
Maintain open and positive communication and create a supportive/encouraging atmosphere for children, families and co-workers.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with daily upkeep and cleanliness of designated classroom and facility as assigned.
Assist with maintenance of inventory, supplies and equipment.
Follow all DCF 251 Child Care Licensing Regulations for Group Childcare, WI Department of Transportation regulations and all bus monitor safety procedures and practices, Child and Adult Food Program requirements and, requirements of Head start Acts and Head Start Performance Standards.

BENEFITS

Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance , dental insurance, and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off.

Requirements

This position requires at a minimum, to have a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire.

Preferred education Associates degree in Early Childhood Education.

Substitute Teacher

Rock-Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc

Part Time/Part Year (Hours vary per week)
This is an hourly position at $17.20 an hour.

A substitute teacher will work collaboratively with other site and classroom staff to provide educational experiences appropriate to the growth and development of each of the 3-5 year old children assigned to his/her care or 0-2 year old children assigned to his/her care. This position requires the ability to stand, sit go up and down stairs, ride a bus, use fine motor skills among others. The ability to write and speak in English and Spanish is preferred.

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Substitute Teacher

Requirements

This position requires at a minimum to have a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire. Associates Degree in Early Childhood is preferred.

Nurturer/Home Visitor

Rock-Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc
Beloit, WI

Full Time/Full Year position (40 hours per week).
This is an hourly position at $17.16 – $18.20 an hour.

The Early Head Start Infant/Toddler Nurturer is responsible for providing a comfortable, family-like, safe, nurturing, and high-quality daily program for infants and toddlers in collaboration with community child care partners. The Early Head Start Infant/Toddler Nurturer/Home Visitor will establish a close bond/attachment with each child, learning each child’s cues and responding quickly and appropriately to them. The Early Head Start Nurturer/Home Visitor will also provide family services support to the parents of the infants and toddlers enrolled in their class. The Early Head Start Infant/Toddler Nurturer/Home Visitor integrates all programming aspects of all Early Head Start service areas into the child’s daily program.

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Nurturer/Home Visitor

Family and Community Engagement

Curriculum and Assessment

Work with the parent to assess the child, design, and plan and implement program chosen research based curriculum approach/es and resources individualizing for each child.
Participate and facilitate the ongoing development and implementation of the Early Head Start adopted Curriculum and Assessment process and tool/s.
In collaboration with parents, implement the curriculum with coordinated assessment, procedures that provide nurturing environments and materials, goals that may be individualized according to the needs of children and small groups, and practices that involve parents in planning, participating in and reporting of progress.
Daily schedule will be flexible according to individual child needs. Collect and maintain outcomes information that is integrated with the curriculum and assessment activities of the program.
Provide ongoing assessment by intentionally planning activities that will allow for observation of assessment indicators in all areas of learning.
Use collected outcomes data to assist with individualizing programming to support children’s individual strengths and scaffold their learning.

BENEFITS:

Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge.

Requirements
This position requires at minimum a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or comparable equivalency, and have been trained or have equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development.

Preferred education Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. The ability to write and speak effectively in English and Spanish is preferred.

Floating Assistant Teacher

Rock-Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc
Delavan, WI

Full Time/Part Year (30 hours per week) position
This is an hourly position at $13.83 – $15.67 an hour, as well as reimbursed mileage for travel during work hours.

The Floating Assistant Teacher will assist all the classrooms in the region they are assigned. They will provide support to the children as well as the Lead Teachers. This employee will be assigned to work primarily in one service area, however, the employee will be expected to travel to other regions with little notice as needed and assigned. The ability to write and speak effectively in English and Spanish is preferred.

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Full Job Description | Floating Assistant Teacher

Floating Assistant Teacher

BENEFITS:
Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off.

Requirements

This position requires at a minimum have a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire. Preferred education Associates degree in Early Childhood Education.

Family Service Coordinator

Rock-Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc
Delavan, WI

Full Time (40 hours)/Part Year (summers off) position is in Walworth Co. with a rate of pay of $20.28 an hour.

The family service coordinator helps families get stabilized in the areas of shelter, food, employment, transportation and health in order to promote family engagement in support of children’ school success. To work closely with Head Start families and appropriate staff to develop and implement a Family Service Partnership Agreement that will identify family needs and goals including school readiness goals for family engagement, then work collaboratively towards achieving family-identified goals in the areas of family well-being, positive parent-child relationships, families as lifelong educators, families as learners, engagement in children’s transitions, connections with peers and the community and family leadership and advocacy. Provide resources/referrals to families with follow-up. Assist families in accessing services to support them to become self-sufficient. Advocate on behalf of families in need and provide crisis intervention as needed. Document services provided and track assigned children/families. Facilitate, implement and support the Parent Involvement service area by facilitating Parent Orientation, Family Nights, and Parent Center Committee Meetings including mini parent cafes. Work closely with the education staff to provide a link between the classroom experience and home.

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Full Job Description | Family Service Coordinator - Full Time

Family Service Coordinator – Full Time

BENEFITS:

The benefit package includes the option to enroll in vision insurance. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off.

Required Qualifications

Requires education equivalent to an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood, Family Services, Social Work or related Human Services field.
Ability to complete 3 credit state approved course in child development if you do not have already have.
Ability to set and maintain professional boundaries with families.
Requires satisfactory completion of training in a family service curriculum, such as Family Service Credential Training within one year of hire.
Requires ability to attend/conduct Head Start job duties on and off site.
Requires ability to make home visits to families.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to record and maintain accurate and up to date records including but not limited to weekly schedules.
Must have or be able to obtain CFR and First Aid Certification.
Must have basic knowledge of community resources/referrals.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times as well as regular attendance.

Preferred Qualifications

Requires education equivalent to an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood, Family Services, Social Work or related Human Services field.
Satisfactory completion of 3 credit state approved course in child development if you do not have already.
Experience/training in parenting curriculum’s.
Minimum of one year experience working with diverse populations/family models.
Ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish.
Ability to operate a variety of office machines, such as a computer, keyboard, copier, FAX machine, and telephones.
Computer knowledge: Windows, Microsoft Word, ETC
Knowledge/experience with non-profit, human services programming

Family Service Coordinator – Part Time

Rock-Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc
Beloit, WI

Part Time (26 hours)/Part Year (summers off) position at our Beloit site.
This is an hourly position at $15.68 an hour.

The family service coordinator helps families get stabilized in the areas of shelter, food, employment, transportation and health in order to promote family engagement in support of children’ school success. To work closely with Head Start families and appropriate staff to develop and implement a Family Service Partnership Agreement that will identify family needs and goals including school readiness goals for family engagement, then work collaboratively towards achieving family-identified goals in the areas of family well-being, positive parent-child relationships, families as lifelong educators, families as learners, engagement in children’s transitions, connections with peers and the community and family leadership and advocacy. Provide resources/referrals to families with follow-up. Assist families in accessing services to support them to become self-sufficient. Advocate on behalf of families in need and provide crisis intervention as needed. Document services provided and track assigned children/families. Facilitate, implement and support the Parent Involvement service area by facilitating Parent Orientation, Family Nights, and Parent Center Committee Meetings including mini parent cafes. Work closely with the education staff to provide a link between the classroom experience and home.

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Full Job Description | Family Service Coordinator - Part Time

Family Service Coordinator – Part Time

BENEFITS:

The benefit package includes the option to enroll in vision insurance. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off.

Requirements
Required Qualifications

Requires satisfactory completion of training in a family service curriculum, such as Family Service Credential Training within eighteen months of hire.
Ability to complete 3 credit state approved course in child development if you do not have already have.
Ability to set and maintain professional boundaries with families.
Requires ability to attend/conduct Head Start job duties on and off site.
Requires ability to make home visits to families.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to record and maintain accurate and up to date records including but not limited to weekly schedules.
Must have or be able to obtain CFR and First Aid Certification.
Must have basic knowledge of community resources/referrals.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times as well as regular attendance

Preferred Qualifications

Requires education equivalent to an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood, Family Services, Social Work or related Human Services field.
Satisfactory completion of 3 credit state approved course in child development if you do not have already.
Experience/training in parenting curriculum’s.
Minimum of one year experience working with diverse populations/family models.
Ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish.
Ability to operate a variety of office machines, such as a computer, keyboard, copier, FAX machine, and telephones.
Computer knowledge: Windows, Microsoft Word, ETC
Knowledge/experience with non-profit, human services programming

Classroom Aide | Walworth County

Rock-Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc
Walworth County

Part Time (26 hours)/Part Year (summers off) position at our Walworth County site.
This is an hourly position at $11.54 – $13.08 an hour.

The Classroom Aide will support the classrooms at either our Lake Geneva sites or our Elkhorn site.

The Classroom Aide will provide support in the classroom by handling daily operation tasks allowing teachers to concentrate their efforts on addressing the needs of the children in the classroom.

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Full Job Description | Classroom Aid

Substitute Teacher

Essential Responsibilities:

The Classroom Aide will spend the majority of their time providing support for classroom operations by completing preparation and clean-up tasks.

Essential Tasks and Other Tasks as Assigned:

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Support teachers with classroom environment, lesson preparation and assessment observation as guided by teachers.
These duties will include:

• Set up for naptime/ pick up and store mats after naptime
• Support laundry needs, i.e. laundering sheets and blankets
• Prepare materials for specific activities for lesson plan prep
• Make changes to classroom environment per teacher guidance
• Prepare for tooth brushing using established policy/procedure

Assist classroom teachers in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance the safety and cleanliness of the classroom environment.
These duties will include:

• Set up for meals and snacks/Clean-up after meals and snacks
• Model good hygiene/sanitation practices, i.e. handwashing and use of gloves appropriately
• Clean-up after for tooth brushing
• Observing and recording observations of children’s skills

Perform duties to ensure program is meeting requirements, and providing quality services, including:

• Support the implementation of all agency services, according to agency plans, and in compliance with all Performance Standards and Child Care Licensing regulations.
• Follow program procedure to report suspected child abuse/neglect.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times, always protecting staff and participant Personal Identifiable Information (PII)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of the practices
• Ability to operate audio visual equipment
• Standard office equipment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, children and administrators

Requirements

• Employee must be 18 years of age or older and have graduated from High School or GED
• Ability to work around/with diverse populations/family models.
• Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
• Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain good attendance.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Classroom Aide | Beloit Site

Rock-Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc
Beloit Site

Part Time (26 hours)/Part Year (summers off) position at our Beloit site.
This is an hourly position at $11.54 – $13.08 an hour.

The Classroom Aide will provide support in the classroom by handling daily operation tasks allowing teachers to concentrate their efforts on addressing the needs of the children in the classroom.

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Full Job Description | Classroom Aid

Essential Responsibilities:

The Classroom Aide will spend the majority of their time providing support for classroom operations by completing preparation and clean-up tasks.

Essential Tasks and Other Tasks as Assigned:

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Support teachers with classroom environment, lesson preparation and assessment observation as guided by teachers. These duties will include:

Set up for naptime/ pick up and store mats after naptime
Support laundry needs, i.e. laundering sheets and blankets
Prepare materials for specific activities for lesson plan prep
Make changes to classroom environment per teacher guidance
Prepare for tooth brushing using established policy/procedure

Assist classroom teachers in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance the safety and cleanliness of the classroom environment. These duties will include:

Set up for meals and snacks/Clean-up after meals and snacks
Model good hygiene/sanitation practices, i.e. handwashing and use of gloves appropriately
Clean-up after for tooth brushing
Observing and recording observations of children’s skills

Perform duties to ensure program is meeting requirements, and providing quality services, including:

Support the implementation of all agency services, according to agency plans, and in compliance with all Performance Standards and Child Care Licensing regulations.
Follow program procedure to report suspected child abuse/neglect.
Maintain confidentiality at all times, always protecting staff and participant Personal Identifiable Information (PII)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of the practices
Ability to operate audio visual equipment
Standard office equipment
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, children and administrators

Requirements

Beginning January 1, 2022, proof of COVD vaccination is required or an approved waiver to be considered for employment
Employee must be 18 years of age or older and have graduated from High School or GED

Ability to work around/with diverse populations/family models.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain good attendance.
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Ability to work as part of a team.

Classroom Aide | Janesville Site

Rock-Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc
Janesville Site

Part Time (26 hours)/Part Year (summers off) position at our Janesville site.
This is an hourly position at $11.54 – $13.08 an hour.

The Classroom Aide will provide support in the classroom by handling daily operation tasks allowing teachers to concentrate their efforts on addressing the needs of the children in the classroom.

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Full Job Description | Classroom Aid

Essential Responsibilities:

The Classroom Aide will spend the majority of their time providing support for classroom operations by completing preparation and clean-up tasks.

Essential Tasks and Other Tasks as Assigned:

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Support teachers with classroom environment, lesson preparation and assessment observation as guided by teachers. These duties will include:

Set up for naptime/ pick up and store mats after naptime
Support laundry needs, i.e. laundering sheets and blankets
Prepare materials for specific activities for lesson plan prep
Make changes to classroom environment per teacher guidance
Prepare for tooth brushing using established policy/procedure

Assist classroom teachers in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance the safety and cleanliness of the classroom environment. These duties will include:

Set up for meals and snacks/Clean-up after meals and snacks
Model good hygiene/sanitation practices, i.e. handwashing and use of gloves appropriately
Clean-up after for tooth brushing
Observing and recording observations of children’s skills

Perform duties to ensure program is meeting requirements, and providing quality services, including:

Support the implementation of all agency services, according to agency plans, and in compliance with all Performance Standards and Child Care Licensing regulations.
Follow program procedure to report suspected child abuse/neglect.
Maintain confidentiality at all times, always protecting staff and participant Personal Identifiable Information (PII)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of the practices
Ability to operate audio visual equipment
Standard office equipment
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, children and administrators

Requirements

Beginning January 1, 2022, proof of COVD vaccination is required or an approved waiver to be considered for employment Employee must be 18 years of age or older and have graduated from High School or GED

Ability to work around/with diverse populations/family models.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain good attendance.
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Ability to work as part of a team.

Co – Lead Teacher

Beloit, WI

Full Time/Part Year 37.5 hours per week
This is an hourly position at $17.16 – $19.78 per hour

The Lead Teacher develops, plans, and implements a series of educational experiences appropriate to the growth and development of each of the three to five year-old children assigned to his/her care in a classroom setting, working toward the overall goal to promote school readiness and social competency. The parent will be considered the primary teacher and family engagement will be promoted in order to increase school readiness. Working collaboratively with program staff and community representatives to meet individual child and family needs, the Lead Teacher integrates the educational aspects of all Head Start service areas into the child’s daily program.

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Full Job Description | Co-Lead Teacher

Co-LEAD TEACHER

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Developing a lesson plan following Creative Curriculum.
Conduct and document screenings as assigned.
Maintaining complete records on each child’s educational progress.
Work collaboratively with agency staff as well as community partners.
Assist and participate in planning, set up, conducting and clean up of Family Nights.
Provide bus monitor services as determined by classroom need, including but not limited to: providing supervision of children during the bus ride, child boarding and exiting, securing children in appropriate safety restraint systems, oversight of child pick up and release, responding to emergencies, assist with conducting/participating in monthly bus evacuation drills.
Maintain work schedule and is punctual, accountable and willing to adapt schedule to meet unexpected needs and changes of the agency.
Maintaining the safety of children at all times.

BENEFITS:
Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to all employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education (Pre-K) or a Bachelor’s degree that includes coursework equivalent to a major in Early Childhood Education. Transcripts are required to validate educational requirements.
Employee must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to maintain good attendance.
It is desirable for the employee to be fluent in English and Spanish.

Bus Driver | Walworth County

Part-time.

Salary Description
$18.95

DESCRIPTION

The bus driver safely and efficiently operates a motor vehicle to transport Head Start/Early Head Start children safely to and from a center, while carefully observing all traffic laws and adhering to the Agency’s policies and procedures.

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Full Job Description | Bus Driver - Walworth Co. Sites

DESCRIPTION

The bus driver safely and efficiently operates a motor vehicle to transport Head Start/Early Head Start children safely to and from a center, while carefully observing all traffic laws and adhering to the Agency’s policies and procedures.

JOB DUTIES:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be 21 years of age.
A valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
Successfully pass mandated state and/or federal Department of Transportation physical examination and pre-employment drug test.
Must meet all Wisconsin Administrative Code HFS46/Licensing Rules for Group Childcare Centers requirement for driver, health report and criminal background check.
Possess a valid Wisconsin CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) with passenger (P) and school bus (S) endorsements or the ability to obtain endorsements. (Agency may provide training).
Strength and dexterity to safely exit the school bus emergency door and lift children safely to the ground.
The ability to regularly lift 60 pounds, and on occasion 100 pounds.
Ability to work outdoors during extreme cold, heat and during inclement weather.
Ability to obtain infant, child and adult CPR and basic first aid. (Agency may provide training).
Ability to work a flexible schedule and respond to any/all sites on short notice.
Must have ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Experience in bus/vehicle maintenance.
One (1) year experience with pupil or public transportation.
Experience working with low-income families.
Experience working as a team.
Experience working with young children.
Knowledge of and successful experience with non-profit, human services, social work and/or programming for preschool children.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

It is the responsibility of the individual to inform the employer of any accommodations that are needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

Bilingual Family Service Coordinator for Rock County

Rock-Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc
Beloit, WI

Full Time (40 hours)/Full Year position at our Beloit Center.
This is an hourly position at $15.68 per hour.

The family service coordinator helps families get stabilized in the areas of shelter, food, employment, transportation and health in order to promote family engagement in support of children’ school success. To work closely with Head Start families and appropriate staff to develop and implement a Family Service Partnership Agreement that will identify family needs and goals including school readiness goals for family engagement, then work collaboratively towards achieving family-identified goals in the areas of family well-being, positive parent-child relationships, families as lifelong educators, families as learners, engagement in children’s transitions, connections with peers and the community and family leadership and advocacy. Provide resources/referrals to families with follow-up. Assist families in accessing services to support them to become self-sufficient. Advocate on behalf of families in need and provide crisis intervention as needed. Document services provided and track assigned children/families. Facilitate, implement and support the Parent Involvement service area by facilitating Parent Orientation, Family Nights, and Parent Center Committee Meetings including mini parent cafes. Work closely with the education staff to provide a link between the classroom experience and home.

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Full Job Description | Nurturer/Home Visitor

BENEFITS:

Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to all employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off.

Requirements
Required Qualifications

Requires education equivalent to an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood, Family Services, Social Work or related Human Services field.
Ability to read and write fluently in English and Spanish.
Ability to complete 3 credit state approved course in child development if you do not have already have.
Ability to set and maintain professional boundaries with families.
Requires satisfactory completion of training in a family service curriculum, such as Family Service Credential Training within one year of hire.
Requires ability to attend/conduct Head Start job duties on and off site.
Requires ability to make home visits to families.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to record and maintain accurate and up to date records including but not limited to weekly schedules.
Must have or be able to obtain CFR and First Aid Certification.
Must have basic knowledge of community resources/referrals.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times as well as regular attendance.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood, Family Services, Social work or related Human Services field.
Satisfactory completion of 3 credit state approved course in child development if you do not have already.
Experience/training in parenting curriculum’s.
Minimum of one year experience working with diverse populations/family models.
Ability to operate a variety of office machines, such as a computer, keyboard, copier, FAX machine, and telephones.
Computer knowledge: Windows, Microsoft Word, ETC
Knowledge/experience with non-profit, human services programming

Assistant Teacher

Rock-Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc
Beloit, WI

Full Time/Part Year (40 hours per week) at our Beloit Site.
This is an hourly position at $13.83 – $15.67 an hour.

The Assistant Teacher will work closely with the Lead Teacher in implementing the curriculum and being in contact with families about daily activities. The ability to write and speak effectively in English and Spanish is preferred.

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Full Job Description | Assistant Teacher

Assistant Teacher

CURRICULUM and ASSESSMENT

Work collaboratively with agency staff assigned to the classroom to prepare and conduct daily, individualized programming, for children and families according to lesson plans based on developmentally appropriate and best practices.
Support Lead Teacher with the integration of a variety of activities including but not limited to, music, movement and outdoor/active play, health, dental, nutrition and safety into the classroom day. Incorporate learning opportunities that foster the development of skills, behavior, language and literacy, cognition, and motor skills through implementation of program approved research based curriculum approaches.
Take the lead as necessary in Lead Teacher’s absence to ensure continuity for children working cooperatively and guiding assigned substitute teacher.
Support the development and, execution of lesson plans according to agency and supervisor expectations.
Use the Positive Guidance policy and personal safety guidance with children including any program approved curriculum. Provide behavior management for individual children, including participating in consultation with the Mental Health Consultant.
Follow all conduct and safety policies and procedures to ensure children’s safety at all times including ensuring children are within sight and sound of RWCFS staff at all times.
Support Lead Teacher in individualizing services to children in support of scaffolding, Individual Service Plans and IEP or IFSP. Participate in the IEP, IFSP process if/when assigned

FAMILY PARTNERSHIP BUILDING

Advise mothers, fathers and guardians of classroom and Head Start activities, events, meetings and program initiatives, such as Family Literacy, Parent Center Meetings, Family Nights, Fatherhood Friday (or other fatherhood focused activities) and other appropriate workshops, trainings or other opportunities for family engagement.
Assist and participate in planning, set up, conducting and clean-up of Family Nights.
Support Lead Teacher in preparing for and provision of required home visits and conferences. These home visits will be used to provide orientation to the program, solicit parental input for their child’s curriculum, and support effective transitions to the next appropriate educational setting, to share child’s progress and to maintain a close partnership with parents.

TRANSPORTATION

Provide bus monitor services as determined by classroom need, including but not limited to: providing supervision of children during the bus ride, child boarding and exiting, securing children in appropriate safety restraint systems, oversight of child pick up and release, responding to emergencies, assist with conducting/participating in monthly bus evacuation drills.

COMMUNICATION

Maintain documentation of parent contact regarding child behavior and adjustment to school, home visits, health and nutritional needs, educational curriculum, goals and progress, family emergency contact information changes, and all other information pertinent to the child’s health, safety, well-being and educational progress.
Maintain communication with the Family Resource Worker regarding parent concerns, parent living conditions or requests for assistance.
Maintains established work schedule and is punctual, accountable; and willing to adapt schedule to meet unexpected needs and changes of the agency.
Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.
Maintain open and positive communication and create a supportive/encouraging atmosphere for children, families and co-workers.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with daily upkeep and cleanliness of designated classroom and facility as assigned.
Assist with maintenance of inventory, supplies and equipment.
Follow all DCF 251 Child Care Licensing Regulations for Group Childcare, WI Department of Transportation regulations and all bus monitor safety procedures and practices, Child and Adult Food Program requirements and, requirements of Head start Acts and Head Start Performance Standards.

BENEFITS:
Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off.

Requirements:
This position requires at a minimum, have a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire. Preferred education Associates degree in Early Childhood Education.

Assistant Teacher – Janesville

Full Time/Part Year (30 – 40 hours per week) at our Janesville Center. This is an hourly position at $16.33 – 18.52 an hour.

The Assistant Teacher will work closely with the Lead Teacher in implementing the curriculum and being in contact with families about daily activities. The ability to write and speak effectively in English and Spanish is preferred.

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Full Job Description | Assistant Teacher

Assistant Teacher

CURRICULUM and ASSESSMENT

Work collaboratively with agency staff assigned to the classroom to prepare and conduct daily, individualized programming, for children and families according to lesson plans based on developmentally appropriate and best practices.
Support Lead Teacher with the integration of a variety of activities including but not limited to, music, movement and outdoor/active play, health, dental, nutrition and safety into the classroom day. Incorporate learning opportunities that foster the development of skills, behavior, language and literacy, cognition, and motor skills through implementation of program approved research based curriculum approaches.
Take the lead as necessary in Lead Teacher’s absence to ensure continuity for children working cooperatively and guiding assigned substitute teacher.
Support the development and, execution of lesson plans according to agency and supervisor expectations.
Use the Positive Guidance policy and personal safety guidance with children including any program approved curriculum. Provide behavior management for individual children, including participating in consultation with the Mental Health Consultant.
Follow all conduct and safety policies and procedures to ensure children’s safety at all times including ensuring children are within sight and sound of RWCFS staff at all times.
Support Lead Teacher in individualizing services to children in support of scaffolding, Individual Service Plans and IEP or IFSP. Participate in the IEP, IFSP process if/when assigned

FAMILY PARTNERSHIP BUILDING

Advise mothers, fathers and guardians of classroom and Head Start activities, events, meetings and program initiatives, such as Family Literacy, Parent Center Meetings, Family Nights, Fatherhood Friday (or other fatherhood focused activities) and other appropriate workshops, trainings or other opportunities for family engagement.
Assist and participate in planning, set up, conducting and clean-up of Family Nights.
Support Lead Teacher in preparing for and provision of required home visits and conferences. These home visits will be used to provide orientation to the program, solicit parental input for their child’s curriculum, and support effective transitions to the next appropriate educational setting, to share child’s progress and to maintain a close partnership with parents.

TRANSPORTATION

Provide bus monitor services as determined by classroom need, including but not limited to: providing supervision of children during the bus ride, child boarding and exiting, securing children in appropriate safety restraint systems, oversight of child pick up and release, responding to emergencies, assist with conducting/participating in monthly bus evacuation drills.

COMMUNICATION

Maintain documentation of parent contact regarding child behavior and adjustment to school, home visits, health and nutritional needs, educational curriculum, goals and progress, family emergency contact information changes, and all other information pertinent to the child’s health, safety, well-being and educational progress.
Maintain communication with the Family Resource Worker regarding parent concerns, parent living conditions or requests for assistance.
Maintains established work schedule and is punctual, accountable; and willing to adapt schedule to meet unexpected needs and changes of the agency.
Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.
Maintain open and positive communication and create a supportive/encouraging atmosphere for children, families and co-workers.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with daily upkeep and cleanliness of designated classroom and facility as assigned.
Assist with maintenance of inventory, supplies and equipment.
Follow all DCF 251 Child Care Licensing Regulations for Group Childcare, WI Department of Transportation regulations and all bus monitor safety procedures and practices, Child and Adult Food Program requirements and, requirements of Head start Acts and Head Start Performance Standards.

BENEFITS:
Rock Walworth CFS offers a generous benefit package to regular employees that work 30 hours or more per week. The benefit package includes the option to enroll in health insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), dental insurance (85% employer paid premium for single coverage and 80% employer paid premium for family coverage), and vision insurance. Rock Walworth CFS has a 401 K contribution to employees after 1 year of employment and they have worked 1,000 hours. Other perks include: vacation, sick and personal time accruals, worker’s compensation insurance, short term disability and life insurance at no charge. Part Year employees have built in vacations which include 2 weeks in winter, spring break (part year staff follow the school district calendar in which their program is located) and summers off.

Requirements:
This position requires at a minimum, have a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire. Preferred education Associates degree in Early Childhood Education.