Early Head Start Teacher

Qualifications

· Current Child Development Associate (CDA) in infant and toddler or Apprentice for Child Development Specialist (ACDS).

· Early Head Start knowledge/experience preferred.

· Experience working with children and families.

· Strong written and oral communication skills.

· Proficient computer and Microsoft Office skills.

· Valid driver’s license, dependable transportation with minimum automobile liability insurance.

· Pass drug screen and criminal background check.

Supervisor

· Infant and Toddler Specialist

Job Duties

· Implement Infant and Toddler Plan in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, Child Care Licensing Regulations, RCCAA Policies and Procedures, and all other applicable regulations.

· Plan and implement weekly developmentally appropriate learning activities designed to support the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, Creative Curriculum/TS Gold, IFSP goals and objectives, School Readiness goals, and program and Performance Standards.

· Ensure all classroom materials, equipment, and supplies are clean and safe.

· Participate in children facilitated intentional movement.

· Maintain and promote safe, healthy learning environment in- and outdoors.

· Administer developmental screening. Use on-going observation and documentation methods to assess children’s progress, growth, and development.

· Use information from observations, assessments, parental input, etc. to individualize program activities for each child according to their developmental level.

· Consult Family Services staff regarding needs and services for children and families.

· Encourage and integrate parent participation into daily program activities; direct activities of classroom volunteers.

· Arrange and conduct at least two parent conferences and two home visits per year with parents/guardians of children.

· Maintain current, confidential files and records (portfolios, Teaching Strategies Gold, ChildPlus, etc.) on all children in classroom.

· Adhere to established procedures necessary to ensure a minimum Average Daily Attendance rate of 85% of program participants.

· Act as bus monitor when necessary.

· Participate in recruitment activities.

· Prepare and submit all necessary reports in a timely fashion.

· Enter data (attendance, case notes, etc.) in ChildPlus in timely and accurate fashion.

· Participate in employee performance evaluation and individualized professional development plan.

· Assist and participate in annual School Readiness Meetings.

· Assist and participate in quarterly program Comprehensive Child Review (CCR) of children and families.

· Attend all meetings, in-service trainings, workshops, and conferences as requested by the supervisor.

· Work flexible hours when necessary.

· Maintain confidentiality at all times.

· Lift 50 lbs., and demonstrate ability to participate in mild to moderate activities with children.

· Receive and maintain standard First Aid/CPR certification.

· Receive bi-annual physical exam.

· Deal effectively with public.

· Demonstrate ability to work as a team member and develop positive rapport and professional attitude towards parents and staff.

· Demonstrate ability to lead and follow.

· Demonstrate ability to make decisions.

· Demonstrate ability to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures.

· Demonstrate ability to accept constructive criticism.

· Demonstrate ability to arrive to work on time.

· Ensure the Head Start Director is informed on pertinent issues.

· Perform all duties incidental to the position, and any other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person