Show Map Location 4300 Bartlett St, Homer, AK, 99603, United States Base Pay $18.00 / Hour Job Category Support Services, Daycare, Preschool Industry Early Childhood Education, Teacher, Childcare Employee Type Active - Full-Time Description Inspire, nurture, and grow-help shape the lives of young children in a warm, collaborative environment that values compassion, creativity, and lifelong learning. HIGHLIGHTS: Be a vital part of a mission-driven team that empowers children to explore, discover, and thrive in a developmentally rich, nature-connected learning environment. Benefits: South Peninsula Hospital provides industry-leading benefits, including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with up to a $2000 HRA and generous PTO. Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs available. RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in supervising daily classroom routines, including toileting, meals, diapering, and transitions. Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting classroom environment. Support educators in curriculum implementation, classroom management, and child engagement. Prepare materials and resources for activities and lessons. Collaborate with educators and families to foster a nurturing and inclusive learning space. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: Must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED. Ability to pass all required state and federal background checks. Current or ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of hire. Ability to perform moderate physical tasks such as lifting, standing for extended periods, and engaging with children at their level. SEED Level 4-5 certification preferred or to be completed within 30 days. Food Handler's Card Experience with children preferred; familiarity with alternative educational models (Montessori, Waldorf, Expeditionary Learning, or similar educational models) is preferred. Completion of 24 hours of annual paid professional development is required. ENVIRONMENT: Enjoy working in a thoughtfully designed, state-licensed center. Our calming indoor spaces and year-round outdoor classroom provide children-and educators-with the freedom to connect with nature and embrace experiential learning. The position requires a moderate amount of mobility. The ability to reason, speak and have basic manual dexterity is essential. Physical Demands are moderate and may include sitting, standing for prolonged periods, walking, stooping and lifting. Work if performed both inside and outside and the work is generally of a positive nature. Additional Information FTE 1 Position type Union Shift Type Days
Work, play, and live in beautiful Homer, Alaska, on stunning Kachemak Bay! Wonderful quality of life in Homer friendly people, quality public schools, comprehensive health and wellness care, a vibrant art community, amazing restaurants and world class recreational opportunities hiking, fishing (salmon, halibut and more!), kayaking, boating, sightseeing and much more!
South Peninsula Hospital (SPH) is the healthcare provider of choice, with a dynamic and dedicated team committed to service excellence. SPH has been three times named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital out of more than 1,300 critical access hospitals nationwide, based on the iVantage Health Analytic's Hospital Strength survey.
SPH, located in the heart of Homer, Alaska, is a 22-bed Acute Care, 9-bed Emergency Department, 3 room Labor and Delivery, critical access hospital with an attached 28-bed Long Term Care facility. Our staff of over 500 uses state-of-the art technology and equipment to provide services to our rural community of over 15,000 residents. Homer is located on the Kenai Peninsula, and about a four hour drive to Anchorage.
We offer excellent benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, $2,000 annual Health Reimbursement Account, 403b retirement plan, $500 annual Health & Wellness reimbursement, generous paid time off/vacation time, student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, and a relocation bonus!
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