Home Visitor (AP24-044) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville in East St. Louis, Illinois

Job Description:

Positio Title: Home Visitor (AP24-044)

Location: East St. Louis, IL


Division: Univ Services to ESL

Apply Before: 00321

Department: Head Start

FLSA: Exempt

Description: Description

Head Start/Early Head Start is currently looking for a compassionate and dedicated Home Visitors to join our team. The Home Visitor will be responsible for providing comprehensive support to children and families participating in the Home Based program. This includes addressing their social, intellectual, emotional, and physical needs.

As a Home Visitor, you will act as a facilitator, educator, and support system for parents and families. Your duties will involve developing age-appropriate lesson plans, conducting family-style dining instructions, implementing the approved curriculum, managing child behavior, modeling instructional techniques for parents, customizing child instruction, carrying out screenings and assessments, maintaining accurate records, and conducting weekly home visits. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in collecting and managing child outcome data.

Salary:

Project Specialist

Teacher I and Home Visitor

0

$ 3,560.21

Project Specialist

Teacher I and Home Visitor

1-2

$ 3,738.22

Project Specialist

Teacher I and Home Visitor

2-4

$ 3,941.80

Project Specialist

Teacher I and Home Visitor

4+

$ 4,233.49

Project Specialist

Teacher I and Home Visitor

5+

$ 4,548.88

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Tier 1 - Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.

Tier 2 - Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, or related field, and at least two years of experience teaching infants/toddlers and/or preschool aged children; AND, Currently enrolled in a qualifying, degree-seeking program leading to a Baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education, or related field, having already completed at least half (50%) of the coursework.

Applica tion 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 , i nclud ing 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.

• A pplications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Supplemental Information

Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information: This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J- 1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. F-1 and J-1 visa holders must be enrolled full-time and can only apply for temporary part-time roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters, such as student worker positions, assistantships, and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university, and it's important to highlight that benefits from state-sponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1 visas.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation , please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at ? careerinfo@siue.edu .

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email careerinfo@siue.edu .

Benefits: SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
• University tuition waivers (full-time receive 100% waiver of tuition)
• Life insurance;
• SURS retirement plan;
• Supplemental retirement savings plans;
• Paid vacation and sick leave accrual;
• Generous holiday schedule/paid holidays;
• WorkLife programs;
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
• Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
• Flexible Spending Account Program;

For more about our benefits and employee services, visit: https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits


Opening Date: 06/03/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/



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