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We’re always seeking new talent in a variety of positions. If you are looking for a rewarding career that also benefits your community, then consider joining our team. We offer career opportunities in a variety of fields, including early education, transportation, employment services, administration and more. Current employment openings can be found below. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, or disability. EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY

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Head Start Instructional Assistant – New Haven KY

Nelson County
  • Head Start
Description:
JOB PURPOSE: The Head Start Instructional Assistant is responsible for implementing instructional experiences, under the direction of the Head Start Teacher, for preschool children for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Possesses knowledge and understanding of early childhood development.
• Assists to ensure every child is engaged in and challenged by a variety of learning experiences.
• Completes required annual training and professional development hours.
• Promotes the development of and ensure that English Language Learners make significant progress in their primary language and English.
• Assists in incorporating each child’s interests into planning classroom activities.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment which supports the development and learning of preschool children while maintaining teacher-child ratios in compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Assists the Teacher in the assessment of children.
• Assists Teacher with the timely and accurate completion and maintenance of documentation and recordkeeping.
• Promotes staff relationships which allow a climate conducive to learning.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Experience working with children.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Background check/pre-employment screenings required.
SCHEDULE:
• 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required).
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (or enrollment in a CDA credential program with an anticipated completion date within 2 years of hire) (required).
How To Apply:

Mail your resume or application to CKCAC Attn: Head Start Instructional Assistant, PO Box 830, Lebanon, Kentucky 40033 by June 30, 2025.

Visit or click link below to apply:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

Head Start Teacher-New Haven KY

Nelson County
  • Head Start
Description:

JOB PURPOSE: The Head Start Teacher is responsible for providing instructional experiences for the preschool child for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Possesses knowledge and understanding of early childhood development.
  • Ensures every child is engaged in and challenged by a variety of learning experiences.
  • Completes required annual training and professional development hours.
  • Promotes the development of and ensure that English Language Learners make significant progress in their primary language and English.
  • Ensures that each child’s interest drives curriculum.
  • Maintains a safe and healthy environment which supports the development and learning of preschool children while maintaining teacher-child ratios in compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
  • Ensures each child shows measurable progress towards learning outcomes/standards.
  • Ensure parents, staff, and partners are knowledgeable regarding initial screening and ongoing assessment of child’s progress.
  • Timely and accurately completes documentation and recordkeeping and ensures maintenance as required by applicable regulations.
  • Promotes staff relationships which allow a climate conducive to learning.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience working in a team environment.
  • Experience working with children.
  • Reliable transportation is required.
  • Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Background check/drug screen

 

SCHEDULE:

  • 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Associate’s in ECE/IECE (required)
  • Bachelor’s in ECE/IECE (preferred)

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

How To Apply:

To apply for this job, click on the link below:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

You may mail in your resume or application to : CKCAC Head Start Teacher, PO Box 830, Lebanon KY 40033 by June 30, 2025.

Head Start will accept applications until they are filled.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Community Services County Coordinator-Nelson County (Full-Time)

Nelson County
  • Community Services
Description:

JOB PURPOSE: The Community Services County Coordinator is responsible for assisting low-income families in securing benefits available to them.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Contacts low-income people in the community to inform them of services currently available.
  • Assists with all agency operations in the service area.
  • Processes applications for any available benefits.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must possess basic computer literacy skills.
  • Ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
  • Background check/drug screen required.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

How To Apply:

Please mail application/resume to CKCAC;ATTN: Community Services County Coordinator; PO Box 830; Lebanon KY  40033.

Click on the link below to visit or apply:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

 

Community Services Assistant for Elizabethtown-Part-Time

Hardin County
  • Community Services
Description:
JOB PURPOSE: The Community Services Assistant is responsible for assisting low-income families in securing benefits available to them.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Processes applications for any available benefits.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must possess basic computer literacy skills.
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
• Background check/drug screen required.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

 

How To Apply:
Mail resume or application to: CKCAC Attn: CSBG Assistant, PO Box 830, Lebanon, Kentucky 40033.
You may also send your information via email at careers@ckcac.org or click link below:
Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

COMMUNITY COLLABORATION FOR CHILDREN IN HOME WORKER

Nelson County
  • Central Office
  • Family Advocacy
Description:

JOB PURPOSE: The In-Home Worker is responsible for working with families to provide family support services using designated curriculum, assistance finding mental health services and community services to assist with family’s needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Attend required trainings.
  • Advocate for the best interest of the child.
  • Ensure cases are opened and closed in a timely manner.
  • Works with families for an approximate twelve-week time period. Staff provides flexible services to families by offering more frequent visits or extending the length of services.
  • Meets with families for no fewer than 2 hours a week and no more than 6 hours a week. Evenings or Saturday mornings may be required.
  • Assess the strength of the family as well as the issues requiring attention using the referral, NCFAS, and ASQ-3. All assessments must be completed within the time frames found in the Regional Guidelines.
  • Schedule a home visit within five working days. 90 percent of in-home visits must be conducted in the child’s home.
  • Document observations, goals and interactions during home visits. The information gathered is maintained in the case file and CCC database.
  • CKCAC adheres to a policy of confidentiality. A confidentiality form is provided to each family, and the In-Home worker signs the form. The form is maintained in the case file, which is maintained in a secure, locked drawer.
  • Develop written goals with the family based on results from the NCFAS and collaboration with the family.
  • Direct the family in locating community resources.
  • Maintain a professional relationship with parents, family members, and child(ren).
  • Complete the Potential Safety Plan within the first 24 hours of a home visit. The plan can be updated throughout the intervention if safety becomes an issue. The plan documents the safety measures to put in place.
  • CKCAC maintains a log in the family’s case files and maintains progress notes to document contact with the family. A Family Visit Plan that is signed by a family member is maintained in the case record.
  • Participates in the CQI process as requested.
  • Collect client satisfaction surveys from each family and maintain them in the case file.
  • Develop an Aftercare Plan with each family.
  • After the case is closed, provide follow-up contact with the family at 3, 6, and 12 months to check on the family’s wellbeing.
  • Must fulfill any and all staff requirements in the Regional Guidelines.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Ability to lift from the floor to 18” above the shoulder.
  • Vision sufficiently correctable to permit full performance of job duties.
  • Ability to drive for travel within the service area and beyond, if necessary.
  • Wide range of mobility.
  • Able to perform clerical functions such as filing, labeling, stamping, stapling, and writing.
  • Must be able to lift/manipulate/move objects up to 50 lbs.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must hold a bachelor’s degree in Family or Human Services or a related field.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
  • Drug screen and background check required.

 

Central Kentucky Community Action provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Central Kentucky Community Action complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

How To Apply:

Please submit an application or resume to ronda.bertrand@ckcac.org or mail to: CKCAC-In Home Worker; PO Box 830; Lebanon, KY  40033 by close of business on June 30, 2025.

Click or visit the link below to apply:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

Congregate Meals Cook-Elizabethtown KY-full and part-time available

Hardin County
  • Nutritional Resources
  • Senior Support
Description:

JOB PURPOSE: To maintain a high standard of cleanliness in the kitchen while being responsible for the preparation, cooking, and serving of the meal as directed by the approved menu.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Prepares daily meals in adherence to the approved menu.

Ensures food is hygienically stored and food storage areas are kept clean.

Maintains correct stock levels, ensures stock rotation, and ensures all stock is clearly labeled as required.

Always maintains a high standard of hygiene and safety through daily cleaning of areas and equipment.

Maintains the kitchen and kitchen equipment.

Ensures all utensils are washed properly.

Adheres to all Food and Nutrition Guidelines at local, state, and federal health guidelines during the preparation, cooking, and serving of all food.

Ensure waste materials are properly placed in designated waste (trash) areas.

Maintains a positive working relationship with fellow staff and participants.

All other duties as assigned.

 

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience cooking.

Strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Ability to work well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.

Reliable transportation required.

Background check/drug screen.

Requirements:

SCHEDULE:

Full-time (30hrs/wk.).

Monday-Friday, 7am-1:30pm.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals

 

How To Apply:

To apply for this job, please click on the link below:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

or mail resume to: CKCAC-Melissa Brown; ATTN: Elizabethtown Cook; PO Box 830; Lebanon, Kentucky 40033 by June 30, 2025.

All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

 

Head Start Special Needs Collaborator for LaRue/West Main (shared position)

LaRue, Marion County
  • Head Start
Description:
JOB PURPOSE: The Special Needs Collaborator will coordinate disabilities activities for children with a defined disability, including establishing and maintaining a cooperative working relationship with other Head Start staff, working with teachers and parents to aid their understanding of the needs of the child receiving services.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Provides quality early care and education, disability, and mental health services.
• Ensures quality services are delivered to families of special needs children.
• Possesses knowledge and expertise which results in continuous improvement of efficient and effective disability and mental health services.
• Guarantees that resources are maximized resulting in comprehensive services to children and families.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with staff, parents, children, and the community.
• Ensures that actions and statements, as a representative of the agency, promote and progress the agency mission.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with agency policy and according to federal, state and local regulations.
• Achieves desired results with children, parents, staff and community by effectively using all forms of communication.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to monitor and prioritize workload and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, sit, and rise from the floor.
• Ability to reach with hands/arms and use hands to manipulate, handle, and feel objects.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Background check/drug screen.
• Valid First Aid/CPR certification.
SCHEDULE:
• 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Associate’s degree in special education, social work, psychology or related field (required).
• Bachelor’s degree and/or precious special education or related experience (preferred).
How To Apply:
Mail to CKCAC, Attn: Head Start Special Needs Collaborator, PO Box 830, Lebanon, Kentucky 40033. Applications due by June 13, 2025.
Click or visit the link below to apply:
Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Head Start Education Manager

Marion County
  • Central Office
  • Head Start
Description:

JOB PURPOSE: The Head Start Education Manager ensures the most effective evidence based early care and education service delivery, reflects the mission and vision of Central Kentucky Head Start/Early Head Start, and is in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Knowledge and expertise results in continuous improvement of efficient and effective services in the areas of early care and education for all children.
  • Hires, supervises, and evaluates Education Coaches.
  • Serves as co-leader of the Multidisciplinary Team for Mental Health with Special Education and Social-Emotional Managers. Multidisciplinary Team for Mental Health meets regularly to develop, implement, and monitor the comprehensive services of education, special education, and positive behavioral supports in pursuit of school readiness.
  • Ensures quality services are delivered to children and families.
  • Ensures Central Kentucky Head Start/Early Head Start program continues to be a viable and productive entity.
  • Ensures quality services are provided by knowledgeable, prepared staff.
  • Resources are maximized resulting in comprehensive services to children and families.
  • Ensures the educational component identified in the Head Start Program Performance Standards is fully developed and implemented for compliance.
  • Develops, establishes, and writes program plans, policies and procedures, and protocols to implement effective services in the area of education.
  • Ensures the fidelity of the research-based curriculum is fully implemented and aligns with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
  • Tracks and monitors compliance of environmental rating scales (TIERS, ECERS) three times per year (Fall, Winter, Spring).
  • Reviews, analyzes, and monitors lesson plans to ensure alignment to the research-based curriculum (Frog Street Press).
  • Reviews, analyzes, and monitors anecdotal notes in data management system to ensure child outcomes are being met three times per year (September, January, April).
  • Initiates the process and completion of Kentucky ALL STARS for all centers annually.
  • Initiates, collaborates, and oversees the process through the Content Area Collaboration meeting all requirements and to complete NAEYC, STARS, and QRIS accreditation.
  • Monitors the completion of CDA for teacher assistants in Head Start and recertification of all CDA’s for Head Start/Early Head Start.
  • Collaborates with Assistant Director and Human Resources to review, interview, and select candidates to fill vacancies for teachers and instructional/center assistant positions.
  • Trains education staff in the areas of CLASS, active supervision, curriculum fidelity, ITERS, ECERS, Second Steps, Conscious Discipline, and any other trainings to support the implementation of school readiness goals.
  • Coordinates monitoring of classrooms which aligns with environmental rating scales (ITERS, ECERS) to ensure classroom environment and equipment meets standards.
  • Reports child outcomes and school readiness goals progress, as well as all education program data, to Policy Council and Board.
Requirements:

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Ability to lift/manipulate/move objects weighing up to 60lbs.
  • Ability to lift objects from the floor to 18in. above the shoulder.
  • Vision sufficiently correctable to permit full performance of all job duties.
  • Ability to drive or provide transportation for required travel in specific county, counties or service area.
  • Possess a wide range of mobility to perform planning, preparation, classroom activities, and possible evacuation in emergencies.
  • Possess a degree of dexterity to physically allow for the performance of duties.

SCHEDULE:

  • 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education; or
  • Bachelor’s degree and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education, with experience teaching preschool-age children.

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

How To Apply:

To apply for this job, click or visit on the link below:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

You may mail in your resume or application to : CKCAC Head Start Education Manager, PO Box 830, Lebanon KY 40033 by June 13, 2025.

Head Start will accept applications until they are filled.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Head Start Education Coach

Marion County
  • Central Office
  • Head Start
Description:
JOB PURPOSE: The Education Coach will demonstrate and share expertise with teaching staff to improve and assist them with their education techniques and ensuring they fulfill the Head Start Performance Standards and CLASS criteria.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Field staff acquire the skills and knowledge to provide quality services to children and families.
• Obtains CLASS and QCIT Reliability certification.
• Provides demonstration of effective teaching and management techniques.
• Provides frequent encouragement, constructive criticism, and recognition of success to teaching staff. Regularly discuss teaching staffs’ strengths and weaknesses, while recommending specific suggestions for performance improvement.
• Model social emotional supports, Conscious Discipline, 2nd steps, and eDeca, for Education staff.
• Conducts formative assessments with the Education Manager to include comprehensive discussion of individual teacher and teacher assistants’ growth and professional development. Collaborates with Center Managers during annual evaluations of coachable staff.
• Coordinates, designs, and provides training relevant to the needs of the target audience.
• Ensures that follow-up training is provided.
• Provides information to field staff regarding additional/alternative training opportunities.
• Seeks out and shares current research on best practices and regulations in CLASS and early childhood education.
• Possesses and applies knowledge of current federal, state, and local regulations, and Head Start Performance Standards related to child development services.
• Plans technical assistance site visits.
• Conducts technical assistance site visits.
• Assists with cluster-wide training as needed.
• Field staff performs job duties resulting in quality services to children and families.
• Provides technical assistance
• Identifies, establishes, and implements systems to ensure quality service delivery.
• Monitors appropriate classroom interactions and provides feedback.
• Collaborates with Head Start/Early Head Start management staff to assure continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Ability to life from the floor to 18” above the shoulder.
• Vision sufficiently correctable to permit full performance of job duties.
• Effectively communicates in English, written and verbal.
• Ability to drive for travel within the service area and beyond, if necessary.
• Wide range of mobility.
• Able to perform clerical functions such as filing, labeling, stamping, stapling, and writing.
• But be able to bend/squat.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Education or related field.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must pass all required background checks.
• Possesses valid First Aid/CPR certification.
ADA
Reasonable accommodations will be made to perform essential job functions for any individual with a disability as long as the reasonable accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.
HIPAA
All employees are required to maintain the confidentiality of private information. All employees must strictly adhere to HIPAA standards that govern use of sensitive and confidential information. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Central Kentucky Community Action provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Central Kentucky Community Action complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Employment-At-Will
Your employment with Central Kentucky Community Action is a voluntary one and is subject to termination by you or Central Kentucky Community Action at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time.
How To Apply:

To apply for this job, click or visit on the link below:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

You may mail in your resume or application to : CKCAC Head Start Education Coach, PO Box 830, Lebanon KY 40033 by June 13, 2025.

Head Start will accept applications until they are filled.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Early Head Start Teacher-Radcliff KY

Hardin County
  • Head Start
Description:

JOB PURPOSE: The Early Head Start Teacher is responsible for all aspects of the care and education of enrolled children.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Provides services to toddlers including physical caregiving, developmental assessments, and implementing age-appropriate curricula.
  • Serves as the primary teacher for children and ensures safe and healthy learning environments and individualized learning activities for children.
  • Individual may also be designated as a Center Assistant, assigned to classrooms as needed to provide continuity of care for required coverage during staff breaks, staff planning, and full-day operations.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Works well independently and as part of a team.
  • Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Strong organizational skills, ability to monitor and prioritize workload and meet strict deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Ability to regularly lift and carry toddlers who may range in weight up to 45 pounds.
  • Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, sit, and rise from the floor.
  • Ability to reach with hands/arms and use hands to manipulate, handle, and feel objects.
  • Background check/drug screen.
  • Reliable transportation required.

 

SCHEDULE:

  • 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent college coursework.
How To Apply:

To apply for this job, click on the link below:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

You may mail in your resume or application to : CKCAC Early Head Start Teacher, PO Box 830, Lebanon KY 40033 by June 13, 2025.

Head Start will accept applications until they are filled.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Head Start Teacher-Elizabethtown, Lebanon, Springfield and Radcliff centers

Hardin, Marion, Washington County
  • Head Start
Description:
JOB PURPOSE: The Head Start Teacher is responsible for providing instructional experiences for the preschool child for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Possesses knowledge and understanding of early childhood development.
• Ensures every child is engaged in and challenged by a variety of learning experiences.
• Completes required annual training and professional development hours.
• Promotes the development of and ensure that English Language Learners make significant progress in their primary language and English.
• Ensures that each child’s interest drives curriculum.
• Maintains a safe and healthy environment which supports the development and learning of preschool children while maintaining teacher-child ratios in compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Ensures each child shows measurable progress towards learning outcomes/standards.
• Ensure parents, staff, and partners are knowledgeable regarding initial screening and ongoing assessment of child’s progress.
• Timely and accurately completes documentation and recordkeeping and ensures maintenance as required by applicable regulations.
• Promotes staff relationships which allow a climate conducive to learning.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Experience working with children.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Background check/drug screen
SCHEDULE:
• 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Associate’s in ECE/IECE (required)
• Bachelor’s in ECE/IECE (preferred
How To Apply:

To apply for this job, click on the link below:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

You may mail in your resume or application to : CKCAC Head Start Teacher, PO Box 830, Lebanon KY 40033.

Head Start will accept applications until they are filled.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Head Start Instructional Assistant Bardstown, Elizabethtown, and Springfield KY

Hardin, Nelson, Washington County
  • Head Start
Description:
JOB PURPOSE: The Head Start Instructional Assistant is responsible for implementing instructional experiences, under the direction of the Head Start Teacher, for preschool children for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Possesses knowledge and understanding of early childhood development.
• Assists to ensure every child is engaged in and challenged by a variety of learning experiences.
• Completes required annual training and professional development hours.
• Promotes the development of and ensure that English Language Learners make significant progress in their primary language and English.
• Assists in incorporating each child’s interests into planning classroom activities.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment which supports the development and learning of preschool children while maintaining teacher-child ratios in compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Assists the Teacher in the assessment of children.
• Assists Teacher with the timely and accurate completion and maintenance of documentation and recordkeeping.
• Promotes staff relationships which allow a climate conducive to learning.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Experience working with children.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Background check/pre-employment screenings required.
SCHEDULE:
• 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required).
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (or enrollment in a CDA credential program with an anticipated completion date within 2 years of hire) (required).
How To Apply:

Mail your resume or application to CKCAC Attn: Head Start Instructional Assistant, PO Box 830, Lebanon, Kentucky 40033 by June 13, 2025.

Visit or click link below to apply:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

Nutrition Specialist needed for New Haven Head Start Center

Nelson County
  • Head Start
Description:
JOB PURPOSE: The Nutrition Specialist is responsible for the implementation of nutritional service delivery and sanitation in accordance with program policies and procedures, Head Start Program Performance Standards, and federal, state, and local regulations.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Ensures children receive meals and snacks according to USDA and performance standards.
• Communicates effectively and to appropriate staff and parents regarding meal service.
• Orders and maintains supplies needed for meal service.
• Adheres to classroom meal schedules and routines.
• Ensures facility is clean and well maintained. Maintains a clean kitchen/cafeteria area.
• Monitors kitchen/cafeteria for needed repairs and requests work orders.
• Ensures USDA documentation and recordkeeping are timely and accurately completed and maintained as required by all applicable regulations.
• Responsible for transporting and/or receiving meals from food service providers.
• Assists the children in setting the tables, serving the food and the sanitary disposal of unused meals.
• Performs cleaning and sanitizing duties such as washing dishes, utensils, equipment, counters, cabinets, chairs, and tables; along with trash removal, food preparation surfaces sanitation and food storage appliances and equipment cleansing.
• Oversees and maintains inventory of food items, supplies and materials.
• Monitors and records the temperature of cold and hot food items to ensure food items are served at appropriate and acceptable temperatures.
• Food preparation, including attention to detail regarding children with modified diets and appropriate portion sizes.
Requirements:
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
SCHEDULE:
• Full-time (35 hours/week), Monday-Friday.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

How To Apply:

Click on the link below to apply:

You may also mail in your resume or application to: CKCAC Nutrition Specialist, PO Box 830; Lebanon KY 40033 by June 13, 2025.

 

 

Head Start Bus Driver- LaRue, Meade, Hardin, and Washington

Hardin, LaRue, Meade, Washington County
  • Head Start
  • Transportation
Description:

Bus Drivers for Head Start are responsible for transporting children and maintaining bus records.

Requirements:

MUST have a Class C CDL Driving License (If you have Class B License you will need to go through training to drive Class C bus) with Passenger Transportation and School Bus Endorsements and have at least a high school diploma or GED.

Job Type: Part-time

Criminal check and pre-employment screenings are required.

All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

How To Apply:

Mail resume to CKCAC HS Bus Driver; PO Box 830; Lebanon, KY 40033 by June 13, 2025 or you may apply by clicking or visiting the link below:

https://centralkentuckycommunityactioncouncilinc.applytojob.com/apply

Senior Companion Volunteers Needed – Receive Tax-Free Stipend

Marion, Meade, Breckinridge, Grayson, Washington, Hardin and Nelson County
  • Senior Support
Description:

Job Description

Do what friends do for friends, by lending a helping hand as a Volunteer for Community Action’s Senior Companion Program!
Want to make a difference in a Senior or Physically Challenged person’s life? If you are age 55 or older, you can Volunteer as a Senior Companion and receive a Tax-Free Stipend that does NOT affect any government assistance you are receiving.
Where are Volunteers needed?
The Senior Companion Program currently serves six counties: Breckenridge, Grayson, Hardin, Marion, Nelson, and Washington.
What does a Volunteer do?
As a Volunteer, you are not expected to serve as a home health aide, psychologist, social worker, personal driver, or even a domestic.
What kind of Benefits could I receive as a Senior Companion Volunteer?
In addition to the personal satisfaction of helping others in your community, you may also be eligible for the following benefits as a Senior Companion Volunteer:
•$4.00 per Hour Tax-Free Stipend
•Mileage Reimbursement
•Meal Allowance
•Free Physical Examination
•Supplemental Accident & Liability Coverage
•No Weekends, Nights or Holidays
•Flexible Hours
•Holiday Pay
How do I volunteer for the Senior Companion Program?
Call Central Kentucky Community Action Council at 270-692-2136 and ask for Mary Jean Blake today! Ms. Blake can tell you more about the program and how you can help the many homebound seniors in your area that could use just a little help to keep them living independently.
Requirements:

As a Senior Companion Volunteer you would: help ease loneliness; help boost self-esteem; help clients solve problems; and provide personal assistance. Simply put, as a Volunteer Companion you are offering friendship and kindness to those who have difficulty with daily living tasks.

As a Senior Companion you will be one step closer to earning some extra money.

How To Apply:

Please send resume to careers@ckcac.org or mary.blake@ckcac.org or mail to: CKCAC-SCP; PO Box 830; Lebanon KY 40033.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

No available positions at this time.