Head Start

JOB STATUS: Head Start is hiring a full-time toddler teacher. LOCATION: Austin, MN MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: CDA Credential CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain. Semcac Head Start is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and dedicated Toddler Teacher to join our team of early childhood professionals. If you believe learning happens through play, discovery, and warm, responsive caregiving—you’re our kind of teacher. What You’ll Do: Create a nurturing, safe, and fun environment for toddlers (ages 16–36 months) Support developmental milestones in language, motor skills, and social-emotional growth Build positive relationships with children and families Collaborate with a caring team of [...]

JOB STATUS: Full-time  LOCATION:  Austin MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Must be 18 years of age or older. CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain. CDA Credential or desire to receive.Family Service Credential within 18 months of hire. (provided by Head Start) COMPENSATION RANGE:  $20.58-$25.21. Higher starting rates are available for those with 10 or more years of direct experience and a bilingualism differential. At Semcac Head Start, we believe in empowering families and strengthening communities—one home visit at a time. We’re looking for a compassionate, organized, and energetic Home-Based Educator to join our mission-driven team! If you love working with children [...]

JOB STATUS:  Head Start is hiring a full-time Family Service Advocate.  LOCATION: Austin, MN MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Successful completion of the Family Services Credential within 18 months of employment at Semcac Head Start. Training provided by Head Start. CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.         What You’ll Do: Build relationships with families and help them set and reach individualized goals Connect families to community resources, supports, and opportunities Partner with classroom staff to ensure each child’s needs are supported holistically—socially, emotionally, and developmentally Maintain accurate documentation and support compliance with federal Head Start performance [...]

Semcac Head Start – Substitute Positions (Owatonna, Kasson, Winona, and Austin) As long as kids get evenings and weekends off, so will you! Are you UPBEAT? (It takes a lot of energy to keep up with our preschoolers!) If you are, then read on... If you are a joyful, caring, adaptable individual who adores 2-5-year-olds and would like a chance to make someone’s day brighter, we are looking for you! We have substitute positions open for paraprofessionals and teachers at all of our sites.  Click below to apply or email robyn.steffens@semcac.org or by calling 507.864.8272 for additional information.   Former [...]