Head Start is a comprehensive preschool program for low-income children ages birth through five year olds. It provides children with a developmentally appropriate early childhood education.
The job of Head Start Program Instructor was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students’ parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress.
Minimum Requirements:
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Associates degree in Early Childhood Education.
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Bachelor's Degree & PDE Early Childhood Certification preferred.
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Experience with pre-school population desired.
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Knowledge in Early Literacy.
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Ability to work with a culturally diverse population.
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Able to work at centers within Delaware County.
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Able to work within a team concept.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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Able to frequently lift twenty pounds.
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Basic computer skills.
