Join our PACE team!

COME JOIN OUR PACE CHILD CARE WORKS TEAM

Position:  PARENT SPECIALIST

E-mail a cover letter, resume, and the name of the position you are applying for to hrjobapplications@paceinfo.org no later than Monday, January 30, 2023

PACE, Inc. is a non-profit community action agency located in the heart of the City of New Bedford. The Child Care Works program bridges the gap between parents, child care, and early literacy.  The program is designed to assist families and their needs all while parents work or seek work.

The Parent Specialist will provide consumer education and child care information and referral services to TAFDC and income-eligible families.

We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications and skills that are dynamic and energetic to help us reach the children and families in our community:

• An Associate's degree or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education is strongly preferred.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish required.
• A minimum of one year of experience in an early education and care setting, or relevant human service setting is essential.
• Interest in working with low-income and bi-cultural families is necessary.
• Must have strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work under deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

To learn more about the program visit us at: https://paceinfo.org/programs/child-care-works/

SALARY:  $20.00 per hour to start, 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

PACE offers excellent benefits including paid vacation time, personal time, sick time, and holidays; low-cost health insurance; dental, and vision plans, and no-cost life insurance.

P.A.C.E. is an AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

E-mail a cover letter, resume, and the name of the position you are applying for to: hrjobapplications@paceinfo.org no later than Monday, January 30, 2023

PACE HEAD START - TEACHER

Please Email a cover letter, resume, and the name of the position you are applying for to: hrjobapplications@paceinfo.org.

The PACE Head Start Teacher will provide care to children at one of New Bedford's sites. To learn more about the program visit us at: www.paceinfo.org and click on the “Programs” tab.

Head Start and Early Head Start provide family-centered development programming for over 264 income-eligible families with children from birth to age 5 living in the Greater New Bedford area.

We are looking for candidates with a passion for working with children in an early learning environment with the following qualifications and skills:

· AA degree or CDA credential preferred. Experience in an early education and care setting or relevant human service setting;

· Nurturing and patient with children aged birth to 5 years;

· Must be comfortable communicating with families and co-workers in a professional manner;

· Assist with classroom management, daily routine and activities with children;

· Ability to work independently, yet function as a part of a team;

· Able to work with bi-cultural children and families; knowledgeable about child development, learning through play, and developmentally appropriate practice;

· Bi-lingual desired;

· Must be able to pass CORI & DCF background checks.

*PACE Head Start Teachers are part of Local 1596 UAW (Union)

PACE offers excellent benefits which include paid vacation time, personal time, sick time, and holidays; low-cost health insurance; dental, and vision plans, and no-cost life insurance.

SALARY: $16.75 per hour for CDA

$18.00 per hour for AA

30 – 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

P.A.C.E. is an AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

COME JOIN OUR PACE TEAM!

**LEAD TEACHER**

The Lead Teacher will be the primary educator in a classroom at one of our New Bedford sites. To learn more about the program visit us at: www.paceinfo.org and click on the “Programs” tab.

We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications and skills:

· BA in Early Childhood Education or a related field required. EEC Lead Teacher qualified and experienced in a preschool classroom preferred;

· Passion for working with children in an early learning environment

· Nurturing and patient with children aged birth to 5 years, able to develop age-appropriate lesson plans and implement engaging activities;

· Familiarity with Early Childhood Assessments – preferably Teaching Strategies Gold;

· Oversee the daily classroom management, routine, and activities, and support other classroom staff;

· Plan and implement activities and events to engage families in their child’s learning. Must be comfortable communicating with families, co-workers, and supervisors in a professional manner;

· Comfortable working with bi-cultural children and families as well as children of differing abilities; knowledgeable about child development, learning through play, developmentally appropriate practice and quality learning environments;

· Bi-lingual desired;

· Must be able to pass CORI & DCF background checks.

*PACE Head Start Teachers are part of Local 1596 UAW (Union)

PACE Head Start Offers excellent benefits include paid vacation time, personal time, sick time, and holidays; low-cost health insurance; dental, vision plans, and no-cost life insurance.

SALARY: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour, 30 – 40 hours per week, 39 – 52 weeks per year

E-mail a cover letter, resume, and the name of the position you are applying for to: hrjobapplications@paceinfo.org

P.A.C.E. is an AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

COME JOIN OUR PACE HEAD START TEAM!

The Facilities Specialist will be responsible for the general maintenance, sanitary, and safety conditions of the Head Start facilities and vehicles. The daily schedule, cleaning, and sanitation guidelines must be followed to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.

We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications and skills:

• Experience in janitorial and maintenance work.
• Knowledge of building systems and HVAC is required, as well as, the ability to do minor repairs.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, stoop, lift and carry items weighing up to approximately 60 lbs. and to stand and walk continuously throughout the workday.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Must be able to pass CORI & DCF background checks.

Head Start and Early Head Start provide family-centered development programming for over 264 income-eligible families with children from birth to age 5 living in the Greater New Bedford area.

SALARY:  $20.00 per hour with a $1.00 increment for bilingual staff.

30 – 40 hours per week

44 – 52 weeks per year, depending on funding.  May be requested to periodically work additional hours. Occasional travel for meetings and workshops.

We offer a $1500 sign-on bonus for new hires.

PACE offers excellent benefits including paid vacation time, personal time, sick time, and holidays; low-cost health insurance; dental, and vision plans, and no-cost life insurance.

P.A.C.E. is an AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

E-mail a cover letter, resume, and the name of the position you are applying for to: hrjobapplications@paceinfo.org no later than Wednesday, February 1, 2023