What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Teacher position at ASCENSION DEPAUL SERVICES?
Job Summary:
Provides protection, care and developmental experiences of children entrusted to their care as defined by the State of Texas Minimum Standards for Child Care Facilities. Develops curriculum for developmentally appropriate activities and implements lesson plans. Assist with staff training and curriculum. Serves as point of contact and staff in charge during Director’s absence from the Center, which include the use of independent judgement and decision-making regarding program operations, staff management, conflict resolution and guidance of children.
Responsibilities:
- Understands and Manifests the Philosophy and Mission of ADSSA
- Ensure classroom activities and interactions (including transitions) are age and developmentally appropriate, as well as aligned with the Head Start Standards.
- Complete and submit lesson plans that reflect planning for individuals, small and large groups according to procedures, including IEP (Individualized Education Plan) goals and objectives as needed.
- Promote and respect children and families’ culture by providing experiences and learning materials that are representative of children’s cultures.
- Create a sense of community in the classroom through relationship building and allowing children to complete routine tasks.
- Provide a daily balanced schedule of child initiated and adult initiated activities.
- Ensure that modifications are made to include children with special needs.
- Ensure that all screenings, assessments, and observations on each child are conducted/completed according to program calendar and policies and procedures; ensuring all required information is contained in each child’s file.
- Complete daily health checks, accident reports, and additional forms in the required timeframe.
- Ensure sanitation, hygiene procedures and health practices are strictly adhered to daily and assist in the daily maintenance of the classroom.
- Adheres to Agency’s HS/EHS confidentiality policy, professional ethics and standards, demonstrating work habits which comply with agency personnel policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
- A Baccalaureate or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development. Proven proficiency in verbal and written communication skills.
- C.P.R. Certification and First Aid Training are required for licensing by the State of Texas and the Designated Vendor Program.
- Valid Class C Texas Driver License
Complexity of Work:
- Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
