Lead Caregiver -OAHU FT

Early Head Start Lead Caregiver Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children. CFS has been a fierce advocate for children and families in the midst of social injustices and inequalities. Our statewide support, counseling, and therapeutic programs help individuals and families heal from trauma, prevent abuse and neglect, and can break the cycle of generational poverty. Strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children. Healthy, thriving individuals and families building strong, multicultural communities across generations. HOPE values: Humility, Ownership, Perseverance, Engagement Inspire young minds. Lead with purpose. Make a lasting impact. Under the direction of the EHS Program Director, the Early Head Start Lead Caregiver plays a vital leadership role in creating a nurturing, engaging, and high-quality learning environment for infants and toddlers. This position leads the planning and implementation of a developmentally appropriate daily curriculum while overseeing all classroom operations. The Lead Caregiver uses sound judgment and initiative to ensure the smooth, efficient operation of the classroom, providing guidance and mentorship to classroom staff and volunteers. From organizing daily activities to supervising classroom routines, this role is hands-on, collaborative, and deeply impactful shaping both early childhood experiences and a strong, supportive team culture. If you are passionate about early childhood education, thrive in a leadership role, and are motivated to make a difference in the lives of children and families, this is an opportunity to lead, grow, and inspire every day. Education and Training Requirements: High school plus additional training equal to 2 years of college, which requires knowledge of a specialized field or may lead to licensing, (data processing, accounting, human services), or formalized apprenticeship program. For example, certified substance abuse counselor, bookkeeper, etc. Other Preferred: High School Diploma, or its equivalent and Child Development Associate (CDA) and 24 months FT experience working with children under 5 years of age in a licensed group care setting of which 12 months shall have been with children under 36 months of age. Or 2 months FT experience working with children under 5 years of age in a licensed group care setting of which 12 months shall have been with children under 36 months of age. Patch registry qualifications must be listed as Lead Caregiver Qualified

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