Infant Toddler Specialist Early Head Start/WB

Infant Toddler Specialist Qualifications: � BS Degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field � Supervisory Experience; Experience working with infants, toddlers and families Candidate with Fluency (Read, Write, Speak) in English/Spanish preferred Responsibilities/Duties: Coordinate child development, disabilities and transition services provided to children and families in the Early Head Start (EHS) Home Visiting Services and Head Start (HS) Center-Based Programming by serving as an active team member of the Early Childhood Education Services team (ECE).

Provide training and technical assistance and monitoring for staff in the use of a developmentally appropriate, assessment-based curriculum. Monitor home-based services. Terms of Employment Conditions of Employment Luzerne County Head Start, Inc. requires staff to possess current, valid Background Clearances (3) per state/federal regulations.

Position will require record check approval of driving record by LCHS Insurance Provider, as this position is considered a designated position requiring driving as an essential job function. Proof of Degree/Certification and Experience Required to meet the Qualifications for position. Hours & Salary Full Time/Full Year (12 months) position Rate of Pay: $46,926 For those who possess Bilingual Abilities (Eng/Spanish) � 5% additional pay $1,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Fringe Benefits Package STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS � As a non-profit organization that is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, LCHS is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program; SEE this valuable LINK on PSLF Program HEALTH INSURANCE �Two health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family.

Low-cost Geisinger medical plan options that includes a Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 the plan deductible; Optional Vision and Dental plan with orthodontics. Coverage begins after 60 days. RETIREMENT PLAN � LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option PAID Life Insurance (1x annual salary) PAID Long Term Disability Insurance PAID Sick Time � Accrues up to 65 working days PAID Personal Time � 1 day/year PAID Vacation Time � 2 weeks during Year 1; 3 weeks during Years 2-4; 4 weeks at Year 5 PAID Holidays immediately � 20 days, including extended break between Christmas-New Year PAID Education/Tuition Assistance at $322/credit, up to $5,250/year PAID Training Opportunities Flexible Benefits � Pre-Tax Medical/ Dependent Care Spending �and much more!

Our employees� �receive attractive salaries and unique career opportunities; �do meaningful work that is constantly changing and evolving; �enjoy successful careers without sacrificing their personal lives; and �work in an environment of professional respect. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER