· Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, individualized, learning activities using prescribed curriculum. Prepare weekly lesson plans.

· Maintain a classroom environment that supports the curriculum, the individual needs of the children and the Head Start Performance Standards. Maintain cleanliness and safety of classroom according to regulations.

· Maintain required classroom ratios and record daily attendance and meal counts. Enter daily attendance records and meal counts in data system.

· Maintain Child Information Forms in classroom and ensure children are released only to authorized individuals.

· Participate in family-style dining with children. Have knowledge at all times of any documented food allergies or intolerances.

· Conduct child screenings using the ASQ tools. Enter results in data system.

· Record and document anecdotal notes. Maintain and update child portfolios.

· Evaluate developmental progress of children and record progress using prescribed child assessment tool.

· Plan, schedule, implement, and document home visits and parent-teacher conferences.

· Administer medications, as needed, per documented Health Care Plans for children.

· Work with and provide guidance and support to student teachers, volunteers, or observers.

· Encourage and support the participation of parents in classroom activities. Prepare individualized home activities to extend classroom learning objectives and to facilitate the generation of Non-Federal Share.

· Process home activity sheets, volunteer records and process required In-Kind forms. Meet required classroom In-Kind goal assigned by Center Manager and In-Kind Coordinator.

· Attend all trainings and in-services as directed.

· Maintain confidentiality in all areas for children, families, staff, and records.

· Adhere to Agency personnel policies and procedures and Head Start performance standards.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.76 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person