Job Openings

Position will begin in August of 2026.

Pay: $15.00/hour

Who we are:

We strive to provide quality comprehensive services to children and families. We not only provide quality educational services to the child, we also provide a number of family and health services. We pride ourselves in high quality work.

If you are interested in a challenging, exciting career, Head Start Child & Family Development may be for you.

Our Mission: To provide comprehensive services and referrals to children and families with respect and dignity.

Job Description:

Part-time Food Service/Cleaning Assistant needed for the Nuckolls County Head Start for the 26-27 school year, located in Superior NE. This is a part-time position, 24 hrs/wk, $15.00/hour.

The Food Service Assistant is responsible for preparing varied, nutritious and attractive meals for participants in various Programs. The Food Service Assistant is also responsible for the serving of food and cleanup of the serving area and kitchen facilities after meals. The Janitorial Assistant is responsible with the care and cleaning of the physical facility utilized by Head Start and other programs of the organization.

Paid Time Off, 401K, and training opportunities are available. Must have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 19 years of age. Experience preferred in the food service industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare meals in accordance with the requirements of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Meals should be presented in a family style, with consideration given to the ethnic food preferences of Program participants.
• Purchase food and supplies as needed from approved vendor and area food bank. This would include ordering supplies for the upcoming school year.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment in the dining and kitchen areas. This includes wiping off counters, food preparation surfaces, tables and chairs with disinfectant solution, and sweeping and mopping kitchen and dining room floors.

Please contact Human Resources at 402-462-4187 ext. 141 for further information as well as an application and eligible start date. Please include a detailed resume when returning the application.

EOE

Applications will be accepted until filled.

Position will begin in August of 2026.

Pay: $16.46/hour

Who we are:

We strive to provide quality comprehensive services to children and families. We not only provide quality educational services to the child, we also provide a number of family and health services. We pride ourselves in high quality work.

If you are interested in a challenging, exciting career, Head Start Child & Family Development may be for you.

Our Mission: To provide comprehensive services and referrals to children and families with respect and dignity.

Job Description:

Full-time, head cook needed for the Hastings Head Start for the 26-27 school year. Wage is $16.46 per hour. 40 hours per week throughout the school year and for one month during the Summer for summer school program. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED.

Job Responsibilities

The Head Cook is responsible for overseeing the preparation of varied, nutritious and attractive meals for participants in various programs, including Head Start, and Early Head Start. The Cook is also responsible for overseeing the cleanup of serving areas and kitchen facilities after meals.

·Prepare meals in accordance with the requirements of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Meals should be presented in a family style, with consideration given to the ethnic food preferences of Program participants.

· Maintain a safe and clean environment in the dining and kitchen areas. This includes wiping off counters, food preparation surfaces, tables and chairs with disinfectant solution, and sweeping and mopping kitchen and dining room floors.

· Maintain all required information and accurate records, including those necessary to meet requirements of the CACFP and SFSP. Communicate any concerns regarding nutritional issues to the Nutrition Coordinator or Program Director(s), and share relevant nutritional and dietary information with appropriate staff.

· Assist in the supervision of food service staff, including volunteers

·Purchase food and supplies as needed from approved vendor and area food bank. This would include ordering supplies for the upcoming school year.

Full-time staff Benefits:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• 401K available after one year
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time off
• Vision Insurance Available
• Employee Assistance Program

Please contact Human Resources at 402-462-4187 ext. 141 for further information as well as an application and eligible start date. Please include a detailed resume when returning the application.

EOE

Applications will be accepted until filled.

Position to begin in August of 2026

Pay: $15.13/hour

Pay with Associate’s Degree- $16.13/hour

Who we are:

We strive to provide quality comprehensive services to children and families. We not only provide quality educational services to the child, we also provide a number of family and health services. We pride ourselves in high quality work.

If you are interested in a challenging, exciting career, Head Start Child & Family Development may be for you.

Our Mission: To provide comprehensive services and referrals to children and families with respect and dignity.

Job Description:

Head Start is seeking employees to join a fun work atmosphere in our family oriented program!!

Part-time, preschool Para-Professionals needed for the Superior, Hastings, and Grand Island Head Start for the 26-27 school year. 24 hours/week. Wage is $15.13 per hour with a $1.00 pay differential for those with an A.A. in ECE. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED. Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education Preferred. Benefits include paid time off and on going training opportunities available.

Job Responsibilities

The Para-Professional is responsible for working in a team environment to assist the Teacher and classroom employees in providing support for educational activities, meals, classroom management, and other classroom activities in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards.

• Utilize developmentally appropriate classroom activities for children.
• Encourage parents to participate in the program in a variety of ways that fit their skills and time. Collect in-kind related to this participation.
• Assist families in a variety of ways including but not limited to; connecting with resources, making referrals, sharing information about their child’s day, translating documents and interpreting.

Benefits:

• 401K available after one year
• Paid Time off
• Employee Assistance Program

Please contact Human Resources at 402-462-4187 ext. 141 for further information as well as an application and eligible start date. Please include a detailed resume when returning the application.

EOE

Applications will be accepted until filled.

Position to begin in August of 2026

Pay: $15.13/hour

Pay with Associate’s Degree- $16.13/hour

Who we are:

We strive to provide quality comprehensive services to children and families. We not only provide quality educational services to the child, we also provide a number of family and health services. We pride ourselves in high quality work.

If you are interested in a challenging, exciting career, Head Start Child & Family Development may be for you.

Our Mission: To provide comprehensive services and referrals to children and families with respect and dignity.

Job Description:

Head Start is seeking employees to join a fun work atmosphere in our family oriented program!!

Part-time, preschool Para-Professionals needed for the Sandy Creek Early Learning Center located in Fairfield for the 26-27 school year. 24 hours/week. Wage is $15.13 per hour with a $1.00 pay differential for those with an A.A. in ECE. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED. Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education Preferred. Benefits include paid time off and on going training opportunities available.

Job Responsibilities

The Para-Professional is responsible for working in a team environment to assist the Teacher and classroom employees in providing support for educational activities, meals, classroom management, and other classroom activities in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards.

• Utilize developmentally appropriate classroom activities for children.
• Encourage parents to participate in the program in a variety of ways that fit their skills and time. Collect in-kind related to this participation.
• Assist families in a variety of ways including but not limited to; connecting with resources, making referrals, sharing information about their child’s day, translating documents and interpreting.

Benefits:

• 401K available after one year
• Paid Time off
• Employee Assistance Program

Please contact Human Resources at 402-462-4187 ext. 141 for further information as well as an application and eligible start date. Please include a detailed resume when returning the application.

EOE

Applications will be accepted until filled.

Position to begin in August of 2026

Pay: $15.13/hour

Pay with Associate’s Degree- $16.13/hour

Who we are:

We strive to provide quality comprehensive services to children and families. We not only provide quality educational services to the child, we also provide a number of family and health services. We pride ourselves in high quality work.

If you are interested in a challenging, exciting career, Head Start Child & Family Development may be for you.

Our Mission: To provide comprehensive services and referrals to children and families with respect and dignity.

Job Description:

Head Start is seeking employees to join a fun work atmosphere in our family oriented program!!

Part-time, preschool Para-Professionals needed for Franklin Public Schools/Head Start for the 26-27 school year. 28 hours/week. Wage is $15.13 per hour with a $1.00 pay differential for those with an A.A. in ECE. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED. Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education Preferred. Benefits include paid time off and on going training opportunities available.

Job Responsibilities

The Para-Professional is responsible for working in a team environment to assist the Teacher and classroom employees in providing support for educational activities, meals, classroom management, and other classroom activities in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards.

• Utilize developmentally appropriate classroom activities for children.
• Encourage parents to participate in the program in a variety of ways that fit their skills and time. Collect in-kind related to this participation.
• Assist families in a variety of ways including but not limited to; connecting with resources, making referrals, sharing information about their child’s day, translating documents and interpreting.

Benefits:

• 401K available after one year
• Paid Time off
• Employee Assistance Program

Please contact Human Resources at 402-462-4187 ext. 141 for further information as well as an application and eligible start date. Please include a detailed resume when returning the application.

EOE

Applications will be accepted until filled.

Position to begin in August of 2026. 

Pay: $15.13/hour

Pay with Associate’s Degree- $16.13/hour

Who we are:

We strive to provide quality comprehensive services to children and families. We not only provide quality educational services to the child, we also provide a number of family and health services. We pride ourselves in high quality work.

If you are interested in a challenging, exciting career, Head Start Child & Family Development may be for you.

Our Mission: To provide comprehensive services and referrals to children and families with respect and dignity.

Job Description:

Head Start is seeking employees to join a fun work atmosphere in our family oriented program!!

Full-time, Para-Professionals needed for the Hastings & Grand Island Head Start for the 26-27 school year. Wage is $15.13 per hour with a $1.00 pay differential for those with an A.A. in ECE. 40 hours/week. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED. Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education Preferred. Benefits include paid time off and on going training opportunities available.

Bilingual applicants are highly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

The Para-Professional is responsible for working in a team environment to assist the Teacher and classroom employees in providing support for educational activities, meals, classroom management, and other classroom activities in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards.

• Utilize developmentally appropriate classroom activities for children.
• Encourage parents to participate in the program in a variety of ways that fit their skills and time. Collect in-kind related to this participation.
• Assist families in a variety of ways including but not limited to; connecting with resources, making referrals, sharing information about their child’s day, translating documents and interpreting.

Full-time staff Benefits:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• 401K available after one year
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time off
• Vision Insurance Available
• Employee Assistance Program

Please contact Human Resources at 402-462-4187 ext. 141 for further information as well as an application and eligible start date. Please include a detailed resume when returning the application.

EOE

Applications will be accepted until filled.

Pay: $18.46/hour

Who we are:

We strive to provide quality comprehensive services to children and families. We not only provide quality educational services to the child, we also provide a number of family and health services. We pride ourselves in high quality work.

If you are interested in a challenging, exciting career, Head Start Child & Family Development may be for you.

Our Mission: To provide comprehensive services and referrals to children and families with respect and dignity.

Job Description:

Part-time Maintenance worker needed for the southern counties. This position would require traveling between our southern county sites to complete or assist with projects and maintenance as needed. The sites are located in Superior, Clay Center, Franklin, and Red Cloud. Company vehicle will be provided for travel. This position is estimated to be 10 hours per week but could vary. Flexible position with opportunity to work evenings and weekends if needed. Must have a GED or High School Diploma and be at least 19 years of age. Must be able to pass MVR and must have a driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Job Responsibilities

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for the care and maintenance of the physical facilities, organization’s vehicles utilized by the Head Start and other programs of the organization.

• Maintain outdoor areas including cleaning gutters, maintenance of sprinklers, snow removal and lawn maintenance for facilities.
• Complete minor repairs of the facilities as needed.
• Change light bulbs, maintain lighting fixtures and light switch covers.
• Assist in assembly and setup of furniture, fixtures, play structures and similar items as needed.
• Make sure that all floors are kept in a clean and safe condition, with major cleanings and repairs as needed throughout the year based upon type of floor and usage.
• Maintain parking lots and playgrounds, including removal of accumulated trash and check of the condition of play equipment and play areas.

Please contact Human Resources at 402-462-4187 ext. 141 for further information as well as an application and eligible start date. Please include a detailed resume when returning the application.

EOE

Pay: $18.07/hour

Pay with Associate’s Degree- $19.07/hour

Who we are:

We strive to provide quality comprehensive services to children and families. We not only provide quality educational services to the child, we also provide a number of family and health services. We pride ourselves in high quality work.

If you are interested in a challenging, exciting career, Head Start Child & Family Development may be for you.

Our Mission: To provide comprehensive services and referrals to children and families with respect and dignity.

Job Description:

Home Visitor needed for the Grand Island Head Start program, vehicle provided for visits.

Full-time position, year round, Wage is $18.07/hr. $19.07/hr for individuals with a degree in Early Childhood Education.

An Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education is preferred. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED. Applicant must be bilingual- English and Spanish or English and Arabic.

This individual will demonstrate competency to plan and implement home-based learning experiences that ensure effective implementation of the home visiting curriculum and promote children’s progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Birth to Five, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate, and to build respectful, culturally responsive, and trusting relationships with families. The successful applicant will have the ability to be an advocate for families and provide appropriate input to aid in decision-making. This position requires an individual who is comfortable visiting the homes of low income families, and is sensitive to individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain contact with assigned Head Start/Early Head Start families, including phone contacts, parent conferences, and home visits. Meet with families in their homes on a regular basis and maintain regular contact with each assigned family, in accordance with program guidelines.
• Ensure family assessments are completed and families have ongoing family goals based off of the family assessment promoting self-sufficiency and the Family Engagement Outcomes.
• Become knowledgeable of community and program resources available to families. Assist families with referrals to other community services to meet the family’s basic needs and provide information to educate families in the areas of child safety, child development and health issues, as well as any other issues of concern to parents.
• Enter GOLD observations weekly resulting in one anecdote per child per item each period. Finalize GOLD at the end of each period and analyze data for each EHS child.

Full-time staff Benefits:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• 401K available after one year
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time off
• Vision Insurance Available
• Employee Assistance Program

Please contact Human Resources at 402-462-4187 ext. 141 for further information as well as an application and eligible start date. Please include a detailed resume when returning the application.

EOE

Applications will be accepted until filled.