Overview
Children’s Services Coordinator – Education Jobs in Farmington, NM at Presbyterian Medical Services
JOB CATEGORY: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / ADMINISTRATION / EDUCATION / DEVELOPMENT
POSITION SUMMARY: Oversee the Education and Early Childhood Development area for Head Start/Early Head Start staff, ensuring adherence to standards and best practices in early education and special education. Design and implement a family literacy and transition program to foster children’s learning and school readiness. This role is essential in delivering quality early education and ensuring smooth transitions for young children and their families.
REQUIREMENTS
BA/BS or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Multicultural Education, or Child Development; OR a BA/BS with a minimum of 45 credits in Early Childhood Education.
Experience teaching children of any age from birth through five years.
One year supervisory experience.
Knowledge of current best practice for developmentally appropriate early childhood education, including theories and principles of child growth and development and family support.
Experience or knowledge of family strengths/family centered practice preferred.
Bilingual Spanish or 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 federal Head Start Act, Section 648A (g) and the New Mexico Administrative Code 8.8.3., this position requires:
Criminal Background Checks.
$1,000 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS
BONUSES
All bonuses are 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
EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability
Title: Children’s Services Coordinator – Education
Company: Presbyterian Medical Services
Location: Farmington, NM
