“font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;”>Later this afternoon, one of the largest early education institutions in the area will provide qualified candidates an opportunity to apply for more than 30 open positions and interested parents a sneak preview of their world class facilities.
“font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;”>“We offer building blocks for a lifetime of learning,” YWCA St. Louis executive Pamela Bolden said about their Head Start program. “It’s not just about giving kids a head start, but we have a lot of programs that teach parents leadership and how to advocate for their kids.”
“font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;”>The Open House will take place from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. at the YWCA Head Start in Pagedale (1436 Ferguson). This afternoon’s event will not only showcase and highlight what the organization offers youngsters from age six weeks to 5 years as they prepare for their formal education in an atmosphere that helps engage the entire family, but YWCA is seeking candidates for teachers and teacher’s assistant positions across its 11 area locations.
“font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;”>According to Bolden, potential employees can look forward to being a part of one of the best early childhood learning opportunities in the area.
“font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;”>“We are held to very high standards and we appreciate that,” Bolden said. “Because we are providing one of the best programs out there– one that is inclusive and comprehensive.”
“font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;”>The YWCA of St. Louis serves more than 2800 children in the area and has 27 partner childcare providers – including a delegate agency run by the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis – and they offer health and social services for families in addition to teaching young people.
“font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;”>“We believe that all children can learn and we provide an ideal environment for them to do so,” Bolden said.
“font-size: small; font-family: Calibri;”>The YWCA St. Louis Open House and Job Fair will take place from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. July 19 at the Pagedale location (1436 Ferguson). For more information, call (314) 531-1115 or visit “http://www.ywcastlouis.org/”>
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