What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start or Early Head Start Teacher I, II, & III position at Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency?

Description

Definition : As a part of the ATCAA team, Teachers assist the Lead Center Teacher in the planning and the implementation of a comprehensive State Preschool / Head Start / Early Head Start program, including the supervision of and interaction with young children in preschool and / or infant toddler center classrooms, working with other staff members to ensure that parents are supported as their role as primary teachers for their children and working with ATCAA staff to assure that delivery of services to children and families are carried out in a comprehensive, integrated, and coordinated manner.

Supervisor : Lead Center Teacher / Site Supervisor

Supervises : volunteers and substitutes

Job Duties and Responsibilities Related to This Position :

Responsible for supervising and teaching small groups of children
Teacher II and III will have responsibility for screening, assessment, observation and curriculum planning for their assigned group of children
Teacher II and III will also be asked to oversee the classroom when the Lead Center Teacher / Site Supervisor is absent or temporarily out of the classroom
Implement the Agency's approved education curriculum in the classroom according to Head Start standards, California State Preschool and Licensing Requirements
Help with curriculum planning and create individualized learning plans for children
Help to assure the Service Area Plans, programs, policies, and procedures relating to center operations are carried out
Assure the center is in compliance with all health, safety, and Community Care Licensing requirements
Ensure safety of children by implementing and maintaining active supervision of children at all times
Work with the Lead Center Teacher to develop and follow a consistent schedule which follows Early Head Start / Head Start standards and professional best practices
Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings for children with disabilities and implement goals listed on the Individual Education Plan or Individual Family Service Plan
Help to maintain a safe and healthy environment in the classroom and on the playground as follows :

Help to clean and organize classroom

Assist with daily clean-up using approved methods

Help children with toileting and hygiene including diaper changes

Assist in general maintenance / cleanup of the playground

Assist in setting up the environment (indoor / outdoor) for the activities of the day

Assist with meals including : table setting, food preparation, and clean-up

Oversee volunteers and substitutes as needed to ensure that health and safety practices are followed

Conduct home visits and Parent / Teacher Conferences twice a year and as needed for family support and case management and document the results

Participate in the family engagement component which may include evening events. Family engagement includes parent activities, class celebrations, and supporting parents as classroom volunteers and helping parents to reach their goals as parents and as individuals

Help to supervise, train, evaluate, and support the staff assigned to you

Attend staff, in-service, parent meetings, and training as directed

Assist with in kind documentation

Substitute for other teachers as needed.

General Duties and Responsibilities :

As a part of the ATCAA team, all employees play an essential role in ATCAA as a whole, and are expected to :

Demonstrate and encourage a professional and positive attitude in all job related activities

Maintain confidentiality in accordance with standards as outlined in the ATCAA Statement of Confidentiality and Ethics

Accomplish all work activities in a safe and timely manner within assigned guidelines and consistent with ATCAA's Personnel Policies and ECS Operating Procedures

Report and / or correct deficiencies that constitute immediate threats to health and safety

Complete other tasks as assigned by the supervisor which are consistent with the definition and intent of the job description

Minimum Qualifications : Teacher I

Completed 24 units ECE / CD. For Early Head Start classrooms, 6 of these units must be focused on infant and toddlers. Must have a current education plan to obtain an AA degree

Possess a current Teacher Permit or apply for one within thirty (30) days of hire

Minimum Qualifications : Teacher II

Current Teacher Permit, A.A. / A.S. Degree in ECE / CD or related field and working toward an BS / BA degree in Early Childhood Education. For Early Head Start classrooms, 3 of these units must be focused on infant and toddlers

Minimum Qualifications : Teacher III

Same requirements as Teacher II with a B.A. / B.S. Degree with at least 24 units ECE / CD. For Early Head Start classrooms, 3 of these units must be focused on infant and toddlers.

Minimum Qualifications : Teacher I & II & III

Be able to pass a full fingerprint / background check prior to hiring

Experience and proficiency in Word, Excel, email, and Windows Operating System

Within the past 4 years, 175 days of 3 hours per day working with children in a preschool or infant / toddler setting

Meet all federal / state licensing requirements and / or program requirements necessary for this position : possess a valid California driver's license, an acceptable driving record, fingerprint clearance, TB Test, CPR, First Aid training, and health screening

Desired Qualifications :

Previous Early Head Start / Head Start or State Preschool / Infant Toddler experience

Ability to speak and understand Spanish

Experience in the supervision and training of adults

Knowledge of local community resources.

Physical Requirements :

Frequent (3 - 6 hours) walking, standing, bending of the waist, squatting, and twisting of the neck.

Occasional (up to 3 hours) sitting, bending of the neck, climbing, kneeling, crawling, and twisting of the waist. Occasional, repetitive, use of both hands is also required in this position : simple grasping, fine manipulation, pushing / pulling, and reaching above or below shoulder level.

The position requires working inside and outside in a playground environment, as weather permits, with exposure to extremes in temperature, humidity or wetness, and may also require walking on a variety of grades and surfaces (uneven ground). This position may also require travel to various locations for agency meetings and events.

Employees in this position may be exposed to bio-hazards such as blood borne pathogens and waste matter (changing diapers, etc).

Lifting and Carrying Requirements : Occasionally (up to 3 hours) lifting / carrying up to 50 lbs.

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