Program: Head Start
Location: Grainger Co., Rutledge Head Start
Job Title: Teacher
Job Description: Supervises and interacts with children in all daily activities inside, outside, and on field trips; makes home visits; conducts parent-teacher conferences; organizes classroom and maintains a safe and healthy learning environment; observes, assesses, refers, and evaluates each child’s progress and plans/implements classroom activities based on individual needs; maintains classroom discipline using positive guidance techniques. May directly supervise center staff including teacher assistant, cook, bus driver, child care aide, special service assistants, and volunteers.
Education/Experience Qualifications: Preference given to applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood, an Associate degree in Early Childhood and experience teaching preschool children is required. Candidates with a CDA who will obtain their degree in ECED before October, 2011 will also be considered. Must have strong organizational skills, able to multi-task; and process a large of amount of paper work.
Hours and Benefits: Full time; 37.5 hours per week.
Forward resume to: Personnel Manager, Douglas Cherokee Head Start, 127 Cedar Street, Morristown, TN 37814. Applications accepted until position filled.
Job Title: Bus Driver
Location: Cocke Co., Cosby 2 Head Start
Program: Head Start
Job Description: Responsible for the safe transportation of three and four year old children as related to Head Start Performance Standards and DHS Licensing standards. Will be required to assist the teacher in the classroom.
Education/Experience Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required. Child Care experience preferred. Must have liability insurance; be at least 21; have a valid TN drivers license and been driving for 5 years; able to pass a DOT physical; and able to obtain a commercial drivers license (CDL) following employment.
Hours and Benefits: Full time; averages 30-32.5 hours per week.
Forward resume to: Personnel Manager, Douglas Cherokee Head Start, 127 Cedar Street, Morristown, TN 37814. Applications accepted until position filled.
Job Title: Child Care Aide/Special Service Assistant (Full Year)
Location: Hamblen Co., Expansion in Talbott Area ‘Ray’s Place’
Program: Head Start
Job Description: Under the direction of the center teacher, the Child Care Aide/ Special Service Assistant will assist in carrying out all educational, developmentally appropriate activities for preschool children and provide supervision of children in the classroom, the playground, and on field trips. Will assist in the delivery of the Program services to children with disabilities and their families. Will provide input on children and families needs and progress; compile information; and complete records and reports. Will assist the teacher in the develop of lesson plans from the goals of children with disabilities.
Education/Experience Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED and at least one year experience working with preschool children with or without disabilities. Must have a TN driver’s license and vehicle available for work related duties; mileage will be reimbursed. Professionalism in regard to confidentiality is essential.
Hours and Benefits: Great benefits include: partially paid health insurance, paid holidays, paid annual and sick leave; and paid educational opportunities. Pay based on education and experience. EOE.
Full-time; 35 hours per week, Full-year.
Forward resume to: Personnel Manager, Douglas Cherokee Head Start, 127 Cedar Street, Morristown, TN 37814. Applications accepted until position filled.
Job Title: Early Head Start Teacher
Location: Hamblen Counry
Program: Head Start/Early Head Start
Job Description: The EHS Teacher will supewise staff and volunteers by ensuring
policies and procedures are followed at all times; will ensue the
classroom schedule is followed by all staff; will plan educational
developmentally appropriate activities for infants and toddlers and
provide care in a responsive and respectful manner. The Teacher will
perform activities and services to meet Head Start standards.
Education/Experience Qualifications: An Associate or Bachelor's degree in Early
Childhood Education is preferred. An Infanu/Toddler CDA and three
years' experience in a high-quality preschool classroom required. \MlI
consider Preschool CDA with the abfiry to obtain lnfandToddter
credential as required by the Head Start Act. Must work well with
parents and staff; infants and toddlers. Must have valid Tennessee
driver's license and rransDortation for work-related duties with
mileage reimbursed. Proiessionalism in regard to Confidenriality is
essential.
Hours and Benefits: Full time; 37.5 hours per week, year-round-
Forward resume to: Personnel Manager, Douglas Cherokee Head Start, I27 Cedar Street,
Morristown, TN 37814. Applications acceptd until position filled.
Job Title: Teacher Assistant
Location: Union Co., Corryton Head Start
Program: Head Start
Job Description: Assists teacher with supervision and interaction with children in
all daily activities inside, outsi&, and on field trips; may assist with home visits and
parent-teacher conferences; helps organize classroom and maintain a safe and
healthy learning environment. Acts as bus monitor and drives bus lrrhen scheduled
and as necessary. The teacher assistant may be the immediate supewisor of other
center staff in the absence the teacher.
Education/Experience Qualifications: Preference given to applicants with a degree
in Early Childhood. Must have a CDA or be willing to obtain CDA before October,
201I. Prefer one year working with preschool children. Requires a valid TN driver's
license, abiliry to pass a DOT physical and abiliry to obtain a commercial drivers
license (CDL) following emplol'rnent to drive Head Stan bus as necessary.
Hours and Benefits Full time; averages 30-32.5 hours per rveek.
Forward resume to: Personnel Manager, p6r'glas Cherokee Head Start, 127 Cedar Srreet,
Morristovm, TN 37814. Applications accepted until position filled.
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Job Title Substirute Caregivers
Location: We need substitutes in all 8 counties served by DCEA Head Start with an
immediate need in Cocke County beginning in August 2010.
Program: Head Start
Job Description Under the direction of the center teacher, substirutes will assist in
carrying out all educational developmentally appropriate actMties for prerchool
children. Substitutes will provide assistance in the supewision of children in the
classroom, the playground, and on possibly on field rrips. Properly nained subs may
be used as bus monitors or work in center kitchens.
Education/Experience Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required.
Prefer experience working with preschool chjldren. AII Head Start employees must
have a pre-employment background check, current physical and negative TB test.
Hours and Benefits: All substitute positions are temporary/as-needed and arr not
benefits eligihle. All subsdrutes are needed for day-shift and are normally used in full
day (5-6 hour) incrernents. Pay is $7.25 hour.
Forward resurne to: Personnel Manager, Douglas Cherokee Head Start, 127 Cedar Sneet,
Morristown, TN 37814. Applicatiors accepted until positirn filled.
Job Title: Lead Tutor/Parent Training Specialist
Location: Union County-Maynardville
Program: LEAP
Job Description: Plans and conducts daily after school tutorial activities under the direction of and in collaboration with the County Coordinator. Maintains records and provides required monthly reports in a timely manner. Plans and/or conducts parenting leadership and/or employability workshops/training to parents of students enrolled in program services. Maintains on-going working relationships with daytime teachers of after school enrollees to ascertain academic and social skill weaknesses. Provides assessment and counseling for students and/or parents.
Education/Experience Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and/or certification in education, computer technology or related field preferred with appropriate knowledge and sensitivity to rural and/or Hispanic cultures. Related experience may be substituted for educational requirements. A minimum of two years experience in educational and/or group and individual counseling with similar target groups. Experience in outreach and recruitment of similar groups and in designing/modifying existing educational curricula and materials to meet unique learning needs of individuals residing in distressed regions. Computer literacy is a must, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite necessary. Must have valid Tennessee driver’s license and proof of liability insurance on automobile.
Hours and Benefits: Part-Time; Non-exempt. 29 hours per week.
Forward resume to: DCEA Education Center; Attn: Lead Tutor/Parent Training Specialist-Union;409 East Main Street, Morristown, TN, 37814. EOE.
Job Title: Lead Tutor/Parent Training Specialist
Location: Grainger County-Bean Station
Program: 21st CCLC
Job Description: Plans and conducts daily after school tutorial activities under the direction of and in collaboration with the County Coordinator. Maintains records and provides required monthly reports in a timely manner. Plans and/or conducts parenting leadership and/or employability workshops/training to parents of students enrolled in program services. Maintains on-going working relationships with daytime teachers of after school enrollees to ascertain academic and social skill weaknesses. Provides assessment and counseling for students and/or parents.
Education/Experience Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and/or certification in education, computer technology or related field preferred with appropriate knowledge and sensitivity to rural and/or Hispanic cultures. Related experience may be substituted for educational requirements. A minimum of two years experience in educational and/or group and individual counseling with similar target groups. Experience in outreach and recruitment of similar groups and in designing/modifying existing educational curricula and materials to meet unique learning needs of individuals residing in distressed regions. Computer literacy is a must, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite necessary. Must have valid Tennessee driver’s license and proof of liability insurance on automobile.
Hours and Benefits: Part-Time; Non-exempt. 29 hours per week.
Forward resume to: DCEA Education Center; Attn: Lead Tutor/Parent Training Specialist-Grainger;409 East Main Street, Morristown, TN, 37814. EOE.
Job Title: Tutors
Location: Hamblen, Grainger & Union Counties
Program: 21st CCLC/LEAP
Job Description: Assists Lead Tutor/Parent Training Specialist in planning and conducting after school tutorial activities following program guidelines and protocol. Provides continuous feedback of student’s success/weakness to lead tutor/parent training specialist throughout tutorial/parenting activities. Collects data for evaluation as required by lead tutor/parent training specialist. Delivers programs and services on schedule and in a manner which effectively motivates changes in students/adults and promotes favorable attitudes.
Education/Experience Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in education with State Certification in Elementary Education. A minimum of two years teaching experience preferred. Ability to work effectively with principals, teachers, program staff, volunteers, parents and students. Must have valid Tennessee driver’s license and proof of liability insurance on automobile.
Hours and Benefits: Part-Time; Non-exempt. 12-15 hours per week.
Forward resume to: DCEA Education Center; Attn: Tutors; 409 East Main Street, Morristown, TN, 37814. EOE.
Job Title: Construction Trainer
Location: Hamblen
Program: YouthBuild
Job Description: Teaches participants skills necessary to construct a house. Provides supportive guidance and encourages development of participant leadership skills. Coordinates with Habitat for Humanity (site owners) on construction of project. Teaches carpentry skills to participants including rough framing, roofing, dry wall and finish carpentry. Teaches the proper use and handling of all hand tools, power tools and equipment. Completes job reports daily, accident, tool checklist, job attendance, change orders and back charge documentation. Submits reports to supervisor. Is responsible for safety at worksite.
Education/Experience Qualifications: High School diploma preferred with good math skills. Five years experience in all aspects of single family housing construction. Preferred Journeyman level skills. Must have valid Tennessee driver’s license and proof of liability insurance on automobile. Ability to communicate clearly and precisely.
Hours and Benefits: Part-Time; Non-exempt. 24 hours per week.
Forward resume to: DCEA; Attn: Construction Trainer; P.O. Box 1218, Morristown, TN, 37816. EOE.
This position is open only to current employees until Sunday, July 11, 2010 at 4:30pm. After this time, this position is open to the public.
Job Title: Accounts Payable Clerk
Location: Morristown
Program: Volunteer Housing
Job Description: Reviews, processes and maintains all data related to accounts payable and accounts payable reports for multiple company organization. Must possess working knowledge of accounting software. Develops a working knowledge of agency accounting procedures and policies concerning the processing of vouchers. Prints and mails 1099 tax forms at end of the year. Prepares all vendor payments and reports in a timely manner. Develops and maintains all vendor and voucher related codes for the AP software. Review and reconciles vendor statements, providing information as necessary to vendors and program staff. Maintains vendor, accounts payable files.
Education/Experience Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED required. Minimum of 2 years accounts payable experience with basic understanding of accounting principles. Computer proficiency with excel speadsheets and 2 years experience with QuickBooks accounting software is a must. Basic internet usage required.
Hours and Benefits: Part-time.
Forward resume to: VHDC, Attn: C.O.O., 407 East Main Street, Morristown, TN 37814. EOE.