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Southern Illinois University E Head Start Project Specialist/Teacher (AP26-008) in East St. Louis, Illinois
This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13353851\ Positio Title: Head Start Project Specialist/Teacher (AP26-008)\ \ Location: East St. Louis, IL\ \ \ \ Apply Before: 00890\ \ \ FLSA: Determined by Position\ \ Description: Description\ \ Head Start Project Specialist/Teacher (AP26-008)\ \ Overview\ \ To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Head Start Project Specialist/Teacher (AP26-008). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.\ \ Why SIUE?\ \ Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a \$1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University\'s presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than \$250 million in labor income for the area.\ \ What You Will Do\
- Prepare developmentally appropriate lesson plans, including instruction during family-style dining.
- Implement the adopted curriculum and manage classroom behavior.
- Individualize instruction for each child and conduct screenings and assessments.
- Maintain records and schedule and complete home visits and parent-teacher conferences.
- Obtain and manage child outcome data.
\ FLSA: Exempt\ \ Minimum Acceptable Qualifications\ \ Project/Specialist Teacher\ \ Level 1- Monthly \$3,578.01-\$4,571.62 - Based on years of experience\ \ Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor\'s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Advanced Degree in Early Childhood\ \ Level 2-Monthly \$3,099.43-\$3,199.41 - Based on years of experience\ \ Minimum Qualifications: Associate\'s degree in early childhood education or 60 college credits with at least 6 hours in early childhood education and coursework equivalent to a major in Early Childhood Education with experience teaching infants/toddlers and/or pre-school aged children\ \ Supplemental Information\ \ Application Materials and Information:\
- To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
- You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
- Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
- Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.
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