Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Description Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults and military veterans. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize and reward employees. Consider joining us! POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A $1,000 HIRING BONUS WITH A STARTING WAGE OF $22! In this role as a Therapeutic Preschool Lead Teacher, you will function as a member of an interdisciplinary team providing essential services for vulnerable children and families in the Frogtown and East St. Paul neighborhoods. The preschool combats the effects of instability and trauma through a therapeutic, relationship-based approach that results in significant developmental progress for children, so they are socially, emotionally, and physically ready for kindergarten. Recognizing that trauma is at the root of developmental delays for many children, the preschool embeds therapeutic interventions into programming to mitigate the effects of toxic stress. The Families Together Preschool has a 4-Star Parent Aware Rating, is NAEYC-accredited, and utilizes strong, research-based curriculum paired with unique approaches in family engagement, child transportation, and integrated therapeutic services. The major responsibilities for this position include: Function as a member of a collaborative team in an early intervention preschool program for children experiencing high stress, trauma, or crisis. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom activities for highly stressed preschool aged children. Model, teach, and build the children's capacity to learn skills for healthy relationships, communication, and self-regulation. Provide support for children on the bus when transporting them to and from preschool, help conduct food service for the class, and maintain a clean and safe classroom environment. Engage in reflection with team to support collaboration and growth as a teacher. Job Requirements: Child Development Associate (CDA) (preschool) AND 9 months experience working within a childcare setting with preschool children from diverse communities; OR Certificate as a Child Development Assistant AND 1 year experience working within a childcare setting with preschool children from diverse communitites; OR other eligibility for Teacher qualification from DHS. Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Social Work, or similar major AND 6 months childcare experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to understand and work well with young children and families challenged by economic and social problems and of varying racial/ethnic backgrounds. Commitment to collaborative classroom teaching. Current pediatric Red Cross First Aid and CPR training (may be taken after hire). Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with a variety of people. Easily navigate smart phone technology and a laptop, or be willing to learn. PREFERRED: Maintain a valid driver's license and be willing to operate a school van. The successful candidate must be cleared by a Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) background study and have a drivers' license; a Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) is required. Lutheran Social Service of MN is an EEO/AAP employer. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensat on information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.