*UP TO $3000 SIGN ON BONUS*
The Teacher develops and implements individual educational plans for children, which help them to develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally in a manner appropriate to their stage of development. The Teacher works collaboratively with the Teacher Assistant and Volunteers.
Qualifications and Requirements:
1. Degree in Early Childhood Education or child development (Bachelor's Degree preferred); or
2. An Associate Degree in a related field, such as Family & Child studies, or elementary education, with at least 18 credit hours in early childhood education; or
3. A Baccalaureate or advanced degree in any field, with at least 18 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, and experience teaching children in the age range for which she/he is applying for;
4. Have knowledge and experience in the philosophy and practices of Head Start (or comparable child development programs), early childhood developmentally appropriate practice;
5. Agree to a physical examination, which includes a tuberculosis test, and comply with background checks as required by the agency and/or state licensing;
6. Personal qualifications: emotional maturity, willingness to cooperate with the policies of the program, respect for children and adults, flexible, patience, good personality, love working with children;
7. Experience in collaborating with parents in regards to their children's education.
Essential Functions:
1. Participate in training and other continuing education efforts;
2. Ensures the implementation of the creative curriculum and others in the classroom;
3. Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start Performance Standards and the component plans; and thorough knowledge and application of developmentally appropriate practices;
4. Plan and implement learning experiences that promote all developmental areas, including improving the readiness of children by developing their literacy and phonemic, print, numeric awareness, and language-including English as a second language if applicable;
5. Guide and facilitate activities of the children, including daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom;
6. Cooperate with other staff and classroom groups to maintain the smooth functioning of the center, which at times may require changes to meet the needs of the children;
7. Maintain a comprehensive and ongoing portfolio assessment for each child, including weekly observations, developmental assessment, etc.;
8. Conduct two home visits and at least two parent conferences to discuss the child's individual development and progress, assist the parents in developing observational skills and solicit parent observations;
9. Eat with and assist children in the development of social and self-help skills, and sound nutritional practices;
10. Meet with mental health consultant as needed to discuss mental health needs of children;
11. Guide children's acquisition of social skills and those marked by the Head Start Standards;
12. Attend staff training and meetings, and board and parent meetings as requested;
13. Work with the Teacher Assistant and Volunteers to use and develop their skills and abilities in planning and carrying out classroom activities;
14. Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment. Assure that classroom equipment, furniture, materials, and supplies are properly maintained and stored;
15. Use the playground as an extension of the classroom; assure that the playground is safe;
16. Assist in conducting the daily health and environment check list;
17. Assist in implementing children's IEP (Individual Education Plan) or IFSP (Individual Family Service Plan) seeking clarification for any aspects that are not well understood;
18. Assist in recruiting and orienting volunteers, providing them with guidance as needed;
19. Complete and submit the required forms and records in a timely and accurate fashion, i.e. lesson plans, portfolio forms, assessment, timesheets, meal reports, attendance report, etc.;
20. Actively assists in transition activities;
21. Distribute newsletters, flyers, and other information to families;
22. Actively participate in the development and implementation of the Teacher Professional
Development Plan;
23. Assure that files are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained; and
24. Perform other duties as may be required.
We adhere to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines.
Benefit Conditions:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.17 - $18.29 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Education:
Experience:
- teaching toddlers: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Early Childhood Education Degree (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Work Location: In person
