Teaching Assistant for small non-profit school needed to assist M-F from 11:30 with afternoon activities, lunchtime and naptime in 3 &4-year-old classroom and to work independently with small group of children ages 3-5 from 3:00-5:15. Starting August 23, 2010.

Must have minimum 45 hour course in Early Childhood Education or willingness to complete course while working. Prior experience with preschoolers required.

Must have positive, patient attitude and support an environmentally sustainable community atmosphere. Ability to foster problem-solving among children a big plus.

Please include resume and references.

Contact:
Stephanie Smith, Preschool Director
Dragonfly School
935 Alto St.
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505)995-9869

Child & Family Services, Inc. of Lea County (Sponsors of Lea County Head Start Programs) Is accepting applications for upcoming School Year for the following positions:

• Family and Community Partnerships Manager:
  Key member of the Management Team and Team Leader of the Family Services Department. Directly manages seven Family Advocates and the Family Involvement Specialist. Responsible for providing leadership, guidance, support and coaching to team members to ensure enrolled families receive an array of services, supports and learning opportunities to meet their unique interests and needs. Supervises development and implementation of Individualized Family Plans.

  Qualifications:
  Minimum of AA Degree in Social Work or related field and one year related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills; Strong Computer Skills

  Starting Salary: $30,867 – $37,482

• Head Start Teacher:
  Responsible for directing the day to day planning and execution of classroom and outdoor activities
  Conducting parent conferences/home visits
  Educational assessments of children and development of individual education plans

  Qualifications:
  Minimum of Associate degree in Early Childhood or Preschool Child Development Associate

  Starting Salary: $9.54 – $15.90 (based upon educational level)

• Preschool Teacher Aide:
  Requires providing assistance in the daily planning and execution of all classroom and outdoor activities

  Qualifications:
  High School Diploma or equivalent

  Starting Salary Range: $7.95 – $9.81

Apply:
On line at http://www.cfsnm.net or Applications are available at: 950 E. Snyder, Hobbs, NM 88240

EOE/Drug and Tobacco Free Workplace. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications. Child & Family Services, Inc. of Lea County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

UNM Continuing Education Is Seeking FULL-TIME NM PreK Training and Development Consultants

These vacancies are posted on UNM’s website: https://unmjobs.unm.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1251732731076
(positions previously known as NM PreK Educational Mentors).

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of five years work experience with preschool children. Experience with observational/authentic assessment, implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and designing and implementing quality EC learning environments. Ability to develop and deliver on-site training and TA using instructional strategies that reflect the principles of adult learning. Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining supportive working relationships in a culturally sensitive manner. Excellent communication skills and the ability to establish trust and rapport with members of diverse communities. Ability to travel and has a current New Mexico Driver’s License. Word processing, spreadsheets and data management skills required.
The Roswell area position posting number is 0802792.
The Grants/Gallup area position posting number is 0802790.
The Albuquerque area position posting number is 0802791.
The Las Cruces area position posting number is 0802789.
All of these positions will remain posted until filled.

Small, Christian Preschool in Rio Rancho needs a Director for 30 hours per week, qualified personally and professionally, with the desire and ability to develop and grow the program. The preferred candidate will possess a 2 yr. related Associate or Baccalaureate degree, 3-5 years of directly related experience, and current 1st Aid/CPR certification. Personal qualifications include: honesty, energy, enthusiasm, creativity, nurturing nature and proven leadership. Please send resume with cover letter to sothcpre-k@q.com by 9/14/09.

Positions available at Presbyterian Medical Services: Sandoval County Head Start/Early Head Start. Interested applicants can apply at http://quasar.pmsnet.org

1.) Education Specialist- Part-time 20 hours per week/year round. This job is a term position with an end date of September 30, 2010. Assists as a team member in the oversight of the education and early childhood development component of the early childhood program. Ensures compliance with all performance standards and assists classroom staff in the provision of recognized best practices in early childhood education. Requires HS diploma/GED and Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; OR degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Multicultural Education, Child Development, or closely related field with at least 6 courses in Early Childhood Education or Child Development. Experience in early childhood setting preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish desirable. Must have valid driver's license and personal transportation to carry out job duties. Wage range: $11.94 to $19.53, dependent on education. Job requires successful background checks. Excellent benefits.

2.) Teacher Assistant (Floater)- 40 hours per week Summers off position. This job works as part of a teaching team to assist in the orderly functioning of the classroom to provide an appropriate social-emotional environment in order to expand the child's ability to learn and grow. Job involves the reassignment to various classrooms/centers throughout Sandoval County as deemed necessary for program operations. Must be 18 years or older. HS diploma/GED required. Must complete a 45-hour entry-level course or an approved 3-credit early care and education course or equivalent approved by the NM Children, Youth & Families Department prior to or within 6 months of hire. Experience in an early childhood environment preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Have or be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 6 months of hire. Wage range: $9.00 to $10.00 per hour, dependent on education. Job requires successful background checks. Excellent benefits.

3.) Home Visitor- 40 hours per/year round. This job provides case management, family advocacy, and education to families in an assigned caseload. Provides and links families to comprehensive services, including home visits and socialization activities. Works with typically and atypically developing children and their families in a home-based setting. May be reassigned to different caseload or geographic location within a county as deemed necessary for program operation. Requires HS diploma/GED and Child Development Associate (CDA) credential with Home Visitor endorsement, or required to obtain Home Visitor CDA within 1 year of hire; OR degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Family Studies, Social Work, or related field within 1 year of hire. A degree is considered related only when it includes 6 or more courses in one of the above-mentioned fields. Requires 1 year experience working with infants/toddlers or preschool children and their families. Must have experience in the following: child development and early childhood education, principles of child health, safety, and nutrition; adult learning principles, family dynamics; communicating and motivating adults; community resources; and linking families with appropriate resources. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Have or be able to obtain First Aide/CPR certification within 6 months of hire. Must have valid driver's license and personal transportation to carry out job duties. Wage range: $11.53 to $17.70, dependent on education. Job requires successful background checks.

CYFD Head Start Collaboration Director

CYFD believes in the strengths and resiliency of families who are our partners and for whom we advocate to enhance their safety and well-being. We respectfully serve and support children and families and supervise youth in a responsive community-based system of care that is client-centered, family-focused, and culturally competent.
Purpose of Position
Acts as state liaison between federal government, statement government, state head start grantees, and all other early care and education systems (e.g. coordinates activities with NM Head Start Association, Native American Head Start Association). Manages the Head Start Collaboration Grant and supplemental grants. Establishes and monitors contracts, utilizing RFP process if required. Communicates federal information regarding program changes.

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Executive Director:  NAEYC accredited program has an immediate opening for an Executive Director.  The Executive Director is responsible for overall program administration; financial management; overseeing curriculum development; supervising and training of staff; grant writing and familiarity with accreditation standards are essential. 

The successful candidate will have ability to facilitate relationships with board, parent and community groups.  Have a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field; minimum of three years early childhood teaching experience, preferably in NAEYC program; state administrator’s credential or professional development plan to achieve certification with in one year.  All inquiries will be kept confidential.  Salary is commensurate with experience.  EOE.

Interested candidates may submit resume and letter of interest to

Board of Directors
St.  Mark’s in the Valley Day School
2913 Commercial Street, NE
Albuquerque, New Mexico  87107

Or you may email your resume and cover letter to:  StMarksBOD@comcast.net

Eastern Plains CAA Head Starthas openings for the following positions:
Quality Control Coordinator (click for description)
Head Start Assistant Teacher
Pre-K Teacher

Westside Christian Preschool has P/T Summer and Fall positions available. Job allows opportunity for designing interactive early childhood environments to meet the needs of young children. Call 898-9364 or e-mail mesaviewumcpreschool@sandia.net.

East Gate Kids is seeking applicants for a FT 3 year old assistant teacher position. Applicant must posses a positive attitude, strong team work skills and a desire to work with children. Applicant is preferred to have experience, 45 hour training class, CPR & 1st Aide. Substitute staff are also welcome to apply. Must pass background check. Please call 294-5102 for more information.

Michael's Place, a therapeutic childcare center, is looking for part-time and full-time teacher and teacher assistant, for their infant and toddler classes. Applicants must be a team player, with a positive attitude, and enjoy working with children. Need at a minimum 45 hour CDC training or early childhood education course. Must pass criminal background check and CPR/FA certified. Minimum 1 year of experience working with young children. Hours are Monday to Friday - can offer flexibility in scheduling. Please email adesiderio@nmpcr.org or fill out application at 3500 Indian School NE.

Regional Director, AVANCE in Southern New Mexico
Be a part of a nationally-recognized non-profit organization that strengthens and supports educationally disadvantaged families and their small children. Download this Word document for information and application requirements.

Corrales International School has three Governing Council Member positions open.
According to the NM Coalition for Charter Schools, the most highly effective charter schools are governed by a combination of members including founders, community members and outside professionals with experience in finance, law, education, and/or business. The current Governing Council consists of three founders and one highly qualified educator. We are working to welcome additional diverse members to the Governing Council in the coming months. The time commitment of a Governing Council member is typically two 3-hour meetings per month, periodic work sessions, two annual Governing Council trainings, three school events, committee work and one to two conferences per year. Governing Council members serve as CIS’s ambassadors wherever they go! If you are interested in joining the Governing Council or if you know of a possible candidate, we want to hear from you! Please submit a letter of interest or a letter of nomination to Governing Council President, Catherine Lukes, at Catherine@corralesinternationalschools.org posted 2-20-2009

Administrative Assistant
La Puerta de los Ninos, a nonprofit childcare center serving children 18 months through pre-K, is seeking an Administrative Assistant. The position is full time, M-F, and 9:30-5:30. Our preferred candidate will have at least 2 years of administrative/executive support experience, a high school diploma or GED, strong verbal and written communication, computer, and organizational skills, and child care center experience. In addition, the candidate will need to have an Early Child Care Certificate or be able to complete the 45 hour entry level course within 6 months of hire. Salary commensurate with experience. EOE.
Please send letter of interest and resume to:
Board of Directors
La Puerta de los Ninos
3701 Carlisle Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, NM(505) 884-2999 posted 2-13-2009

Executive Director
La Puerta de los Ninos, a nonprofit childcare center serving children 18 months through pre-K, is seeking an Executive Director. The Executive Director is responsible for school administration and fiscal management, curriculum development oversight, training and supervision of staff, and facilitating board, school, parent, and church relationships as we share space with the First Unitarian Church. Our preferred candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field, at least 3 years of early childhood teaching experience, a state administrator’s credential or plan to achieve certification within one year of hire, strong fiscal management skills, and strong leadership and communication skills. Experience with a child centered and play based curriculum is also preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. EOE. Please send letter of interest and resume to: Board of Directors
La Puerta de los Ninos
3701 Carlisle Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110(505) 884-2999 posted 2-13-2009

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