What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Preschool Teacher - Addison County Early Learning Center position at Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity?
Description
Head Start is a federally-funded, national child and family development program which provides comprehensive services for pregnant women, children from birth to age five, and their families. Services for children promote school readiness, and include early education, health, nutrition, mental health, and services for children with special needs. Services for parents promote family engagement, and include parent leadership and social service supports.
As a Head Start Preschool Teacher, you will serve as lead or co-teacher in an outcomes-oriented, team environment, and provide safe, healthy, friendly, and developmentally appropriate environments and experiences for children ages 3–5. Motivated Head Start teachers improve the trajectory of children’s lives, including children’s learning outcomes, living standards, and later academic and professional success. If you want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, consider joining the Head Start community. Please view our job description: Classroom Teacher
40 hours/week, approximately 42 weeks/year (summer layoff). Starting wage upon completion of 60-working day period: $20.97- 25.04 per hour. Health plan and excellent benefits.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE teaching license preferred) or related education field; knowledge and experience in developmentally appropriate early childhood practice, child outcome assessment, child behavior management, and curriculum planning, development and implementation; a commitment to social justice and to working with families with limited financial resources; effective verbal and written communication (bilingual abilities a plus!), documentation, and record-keeping skills; valid driver’s license, clean driving record and access to reliable transportation; physical ability to carry out required tasks.
To apply please submit a cover letter, resume, and three work references. CVOEO is interested in candidates who can contribute to our diversity and excellence. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.
Salary : $20 - $25
