Matrix Human Services

Non-profit Organization Management501-1,000 employeesWebsite

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Matrix Human Services is a non-profit organization management company with 501-1,000 employees. The organization focuses on educating children, supporting families, and rebuilding neighborhoods in Detroit. Matrix Human Services provides a variety of services, including Head Start programs, HIV treatment and prevention, after-school youth services, workforce development, financial literacy programs, housing education, and healthy senior living programs. Matrix Human Services currently has three open positions: * **ASST TEACHER**: This on-site role involves providing a safe and nurturing learning environment for children and their parents. The Assistant Teacher assists the Teacher in planning and participating in classroom, playground, and field trip activities. Key responsibilities include creating a clean, safe, and developmentally focused learning environment; supervising and monitoring children; implementing health and safety practices; guiding children's behavior; and adapting lesson plans. Qualifications include a CDA credential or state-awarded certificate, or enrollment in a relevant degree program, with a preference for one year of experience working with children and families. * **ASST TEACHER**: Similar to the above position, this on-site role involves providing a safe, nurturing learning environment for children and their parents and supports all areas of a child's development. This role requires the ability to implement and encourage child development, including English language acquisition, and a variety of additional responsibilities as detailed above. This role has similar qualifications to the above position. * **TEACHER HS**: This on-site role requires the Teacher to provide a safe, nurturing learning environment for children and their parents. The Teacher develops and implements individual educational plans for children to ensure they are school ready. Responsibilities include supervising children, establishing a positive classroom climate, guiding behavior, planning learning experiences, and adapting lesson plans. Required qualifications include an Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in child development or early childhood education, or equivalent coursework, and a preference for two years of experience with preschool-aged children. The roles require skills in several areas: * **ASST TEACHER:** Child Development, Classroom Management, Behavior Guidance, Health and Safety Practices, Parent Engagement, Lesson Planning, Observation and Assessment, Team Collaboration, Cultural Competence, Communication Skills, Flexibility, Patience, Personal Hygiene, Emotional Maturity, Problem Solving, Social Skills. * **ASST TEACHER:** Child Development, Classroom Management, Behavior Guidance, Health and Safety Practices, Parent Engagement, Lesson Planning, Observation Skills, Team Collaboration, Cultural Competence, Communication Skills, Flexibility, Patience, Emotional Maturity, Microsoft Office Proficiency, Sanitation Practices, Problem Solving. * **TEACHER HS:** Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Classroom Management, Behavior Guidance, Lesson Planning, Parent Communication, Team Collaboration, Cultural Diversity, Health and Safety, Observation Skills, Problem Solving, Flexibility, Patience, Professional Development, Microsoft Office, Leadership. All currently listed positions are on-site. Here are some frequently asked questions about working at Matrix Human Services, based on the job postings: 1. **What benefits does Matrix Human Services offer?** Matrix Human Services offers benefits options including medical/Rx, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts, combined short- & long-term disability, an employee assistance program (EAP), and a 403(b) retirement account. 2. **What opportunities are there for professional development?** Matrix Human Services focuses on personal and career development through tuition assistance, professional development support, and an in-house learning and professional development platform. 3. **What are the core values of Matrix Human Services?** The core values are Positive Attitude, Always Learning, Results Through Accountability, and Building Relationships. 4. **Are there specific qualifications required for the Assistant Teacher positions?** Yes, qualifications include a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, or enrollment in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire. One-year experience working with children and families is preferred. 5. **What qualifications are required for the Teacher HS position?** The Teacher HS position requires an Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in child development or early childhood education, or equivalent coursework. Two years of experience working with preschool-aged children is preferred. 6. **What are the working conditions for these positions?** Possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids or tissues, communicable diseases, and the job may require lifting up to 45 pounds, and other physical activities.