Teacher - Pre-K

PAY RANGE

$17.20 - 28.67 Dependent on Education

JOB CATEGORY

EARLY

CHILDHOOD EDUCATION /CHILD DEVELOPMENT / HEAD START / ECE POSITION SUMMARY

This position serves in a classroom to provide an appropriate social and emotional environment in order to expand the child's ability to learn and grow. Provides daily supervision and evaluation of classroom staff. Works in a classroom-based setting with typically and atypically developing children. Position may be reassigned to various classrooms/centers as deemed necessary for program operations.

REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

AA/AAS, BA/BS or MA/MS in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Multicultural Education, Child Development;

OR AA/AAS

degree with 29 credits in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching preschool age children;

OR BA/BS

degree with 45 credits in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching preschool age children; OR Non-related BA/BS degree and has been admitted into the Teach for America program; OR Participating in Teach for America summer training for preschool children and receiving ongoing professional development from TFA staff. Previous experience working in early childhood with children ages birth through five years preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Navajo preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document "

BLS / CPR / ACLS

& First Aid Training Resources" posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times.

SCREENING REQUIREMENTS

This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment: Health exam (and annually thereafter in accordance with PMS Policies). TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies). In accordance with the New Mexico Administrative Code 8.8.3., this position requires: Criminal Background Checks. BONUSES $500 EMPLOYEE

REFERRAL BONUS

All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.

ABOUT PMS

Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico. Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs. We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico. We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state. PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan. WHY PMS? Mission-driven organization Competitive salaries Nine paid holidays and generous PTO Medical, dental & vision insurance Free Life & LTD coverage Free discretionary pension plan contribution Employee recognition and engagement activities Robust training program Tuition reimbursement BONUSES All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements. EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability