REGISTERED DIETICIAN/NUTRITION SPECIALIST
Will ensure the provision of Nutrition Services of all children enrolled in Head Start of Greater Dallas, Inc.  The primary functions of the Nutrition Specialist include implementation of Nutrition Content Area Plans by monitoring assigned Centers to assure that meals, sanitation practices, meal preparation and storage of food and non food items meet or exceed Head Start and Adult Care Food Program requirements as well as federal, state, and local guidelines are followed.

Qualifications:  BS in Dietetics or Nutrition and must be a Registered and License Dietitian or RD eligible.

TEACHER III & BILINGUAL TEACHER III

Duties include assisting the Lead Teacher in developing lesson plans, supervision and education of children, organization and maintenance of Center and classroom.

Qualifications:  High School Diploma or GED and six months prior child care experience. Completion of the CDA Certificate within two years of employment. Bi-lingual                   (English/Spanish) capabilities a plus.

TEACHER II & BILINGUAL TEACHER II/EHS TEACHER – Working as the Lead Teacher in a team capacity which includes developing lesson plans, direct early childhood education, organizing and maintenance of center and classroom.

Qualifications   B.A. /B.S. Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood from an accredited university.
A.A. Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood from an accredited university
CDA Certification with (2) years experience

COOK ASSISTANT & COOK ASSISTANT- 30/Hrs – Works closely with the Nutrition Content Area to ensure nutritious, visually appealing and tasty meals.  Maintain a high degree of safety and sanitation in the kitchen and food service areas; compliance with local, state, and federal food preparation and storage guidelines, record keeping.

Qualifications:  High School Diploma or GED with some experience as a Cook Assistant.

MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL
The Mental Health Professional (a) provides mental wellness services to all Head Start children in the form of prevention and treatment; (b) identifies, assesses and treats Head Start children and families for emotional/behavioral disorders through the Head Start program in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards (1304.21) and Texas Board of License guidelines; (c) works closely with the Special Services and Mental Health staff.

Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Mental Health, or Counseling, or Psychology, or Special Education (Emotional/Behavioral disorders endorsement), or any related field from an accredited University; must have Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credentials issued by the Texas Board of License; must have at least three years experience working with preschool children with various disabilities including emotional and behavioral disorders in a classroom setting and counseling.

SPECIAL SERVICES AIDE

Duties include working with preschool children with various disabilities in a classroom setting.

Qualifications:  High School Diploma or GED and at least one year experience.

Employee Benefits Include:

• Paid Vacation After 1 Year Employment

• Paid Sick Leave

• 2 Weeks Paid Winter Break

• 4 Paid Personal Days

• 6 Paid Holidays

• Medical & Dental Insurance

• 403b Plan

• Bilingual incentive pay