- An Associate or Baccalaureate degree in early childhood or related field
- If employed with an Associate degree, must obtain a Baccalaureate degree within four years of employment.
- Prior Head Start experience of two years.
- Bilingual ability (Spanish and English) preferred.
- Must have computer and reporting skills, service documentation and recordkeeping experience.
- Good verbal, problem solving and writing skills are required.
- Frequent travel within the area.
- Valid driver’s license
- Safe driving record and acceptance by the Agency’s vehicle insurance carrier are required
- Must pass PRS background check.
- Must pass an annual physical.
- Health Certificate, First Aid Certification and Adult and Infant/Toddler CPR Certification.
- Must attend staff development annually in the following areas: child development, care of children with special needs, adult and children health and nutrition, safety, curriculum planning, risk management, identification and care of ill children, recognition of child abuse and neglect, recognition of sexual abuse, responsibility of reporting of abuse, cultural diversity and professional development.
- Must also attend training in the content area plans.
If a preliminary offer of employment is extended, a physical will be required before the offer can be accepted.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Welcome to Community Action Corporation of South Texas (CACOST)!
CACOST is a private non-profit organization established in 1971 and funded through federal, state and local grants. CACOST currently serves 16 counties via a wide variety of community programs and services. CACOST lives its mission each day, which is to continuously improve the lives of South Texans by providing high quality health care, education, housing and economic opportunities to reduce poverty through services and partnerships.
CACOST is looking for employees who are interested in accomplishing our mission, which can be both rewarding and challenging. We count on our employees to contribute directly to the growth and success of our agency. Because the quality of our staff is the key to our success, we carefully select our new employees. Apply today to join our CACOST family and take pride in being a member of our team.
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