What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Preschool Teacher position at Southern New Hampshire Services?
School Year Teaching Position in Manchester with full year benefit eligibility!
Come work for Head Start and advance your career in early childhood education!
� Classroom support including available on-site coaching
� Technology to implement curriculum and assessment
� Four training days per year; additional professional development opportunities including workshops or coursework for credit
� Generous compensation package including
o Competitive hourly rate
o Health, dental & vision insurance plans
o Retirement program with a 10% employer contribution after one year
o Paid vacation, sick leave, all major holidays
o Agency Employee Assistance Program
o Staff wellness program
o Staff member discounts and savings through State Early Learning Alliance of NH (SELA)
� Opportunities for Advancement
The Teacher has primary responsibility for the overall health and safety of the children in the classroom. S/He works as a member of the classroom team in forming trusting relationships with the children and families, developing lesson plans, ongoing assessment, and general classroom management.
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SNHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Duties
1. Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.
2. Develop trusting relationships with the children and families by creating a positive, nurturing environment.
3. Welcome and support families as the primary educator of their child, encouraging the involvement of families and supporting the development of relationships between children and families; provide opportunities for families to participate in the curriculum outside of the classroom.
4. Plan and implement daily learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of children
Assure completion of teaching responsibilities including, but not limited to:
� Complete developmental and behavioral screenings on each child within 45 days of starting date and continue with on-going observation and assessment procedures throughout enrollment in the program.
� Plan and provide daily classroom activities (both teacher-initiated and child-initiated) geared to meet individual needs and interests of the children.
� Complete 4 family visits per year, scheduling all meetings at the convenience of the family, with the goal of 2 home visits and 2 center visits each year.
Requirements
Bachelor?s Degree or Associates Degree in Early Childhood or Bachelor?s Degree in related field with 18 credits in ECE, including at least one 3 credit course in Child Growth and Development
Nice To Haves
� Enthusiasm & Energy!
� Sense of Humor
� Commitment to ongoing learning
Benefits
� Health, dental & vision insurance plans
� Retirement program with a 10% employer contribution after 1 year
� Paid vacation, sick leave, & holidays
� Agency Employee Assistance Program
� Staff wellness program
