IT Teacher I, II, III

Job Details

• Acts in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and Federal, State and Local regulations pertaining to the safe and healthy operation of a child care center.
• Ensures that the classroom/play yard environments meet health and safety standards established by the program and is in compliance with State and Federal regulations. 
• Facilitates and participates in implementation of curriculum and in development of activities.
• Individualizes activities based on child’s strengths and areas of growth.
• Administers developmental screenings and assessments, conducts observations, maintains portfolios and shares outcomes with families.
• Conducts four educational conferences, two in the home and two at the site during program year.
• Through screening process assists with identification of possible special needs and/or mental health support. Implements Individualized Family Services Plans and/or Child and Family Consultant recommendations.
• Provides opportunities for children to socialize, interact and cooperate with one another.
• Provides developmentally appropriate activities and designs classroom interest areas that promote language and literacy, physical, social/emotional and cognitive growth for children which enhances overall approaches to learning.
• Models successful early childhood teaching strategies and techniques and encourages positive interactions among staff, children, parents and with community members.
• Develops mutual expectations with parents for the experience’s children will receive in the classroom.
• Encourages parent participation and engagement in the classroom.
• Provides education to parents on child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Responsible for supporting parents in documentation and collection of educational and classroom in-kind and submits to supervisor.
• Attends and participates in agency trainings, workshops, in-service and staff meetings.
• Participates in setting and achieving professional career development goals.
• Participates in mentor/coaching process including videotaping by supervisor of classroom instruction.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of position classification.

• Performs all duties and responsibilities as outlined for Level I
• Provides technical assistance to staff regarding Head Start practices and procedures as outlined in Level I.
• Acts as a mentor to classroom support staff and to I/T Teacher/Family Advocate. 
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of position classification.

• Performs all duties and responsibilities as outlined for Level II
• Provides technical assistance to staff regarding Head Start practices and procedures as outlined in Level II.
• Acts as a mentor to classroom support staff and to I/T Teacher/Family Advocate. 
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of position classification.

• Compiles observations and work samples and update children’s portfolios.
• Ensures sanitation of classrooms materials and equipment.
• Files education related materials in files.
• Maintains and updates parent bulletin boards.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of position classification.

• Associate Teacher Permit (California Commission on Teacher Credentialing - 5-year permit) or a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
• Minimum of one-year classroom experience – minimum 3 hours/day for 50 days within 6-month period is equal to one-year experience).  
• Must have a minimum of 24 Early Childhood Education units (12 core) and 16 General Education Units and an additional 3 units of Early Childhood Education course work with a “C” grade or better relating to Infant/Toddler development.

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or in the field of Social Work, Human Services, or Health with a minimum of 24 Early Childhood Education units (12 core).
• One years’ experience working for a child development, social services or health related agency.
• Must possess three or more units in Infant/Toddler development.
• Education must have previously included or must be able to successfully complete course work in child abuse, substance abuse and domestic violence within one year of date of hire.

• Bachelor Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or in the field of Social Work, Human Services, or Health with a minimum of 24 Early Childhood Education units (12 core).
• One year’s experiences working in child development, social services or health related agency. 
• Must possess three or more units in Infant/Toddler development.
• Education must have previously included or must be able to successfully complete course work in child abuse, substance abuse and domestic violence within one year of date of hire.

• Ability to read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of parents or employees of organization.
• Bilingual/biliterate (English/Spanish) and/or other language ability may be required based on program needs.
• Ability to add, subtracts, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compare rate, ratio and percent.
• Ability to understand and use a variety of computer applications and appropriate software.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized or not standardized situation.
• Knowledge of sound medical, dental and nutritional practices for young children.
• Awareness of community resources and services.
• Possession of a valid drivers' license; current personal vehicle insurance or safe driving record sufficient to ensure insurability through Agency policy.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certification within first sixty 60 days of work; must maintain current status.
• E Center policies require a physical examination, current tuberculosis test, and verified fingerprint and criminal record clearance before beginning work.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to diversity and understanding the needs of families from different cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Effective organizational and time management skills including ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ability to problem solve and be proactive.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively and professionally with coworkers, parents, children and members of the community.
• Ability to travel occasionally within and outside the Head Start service area.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends for parent trainings, parent center committee meetings and recruitment events.
• Ability to learn and comply with Head Start Performance Standards, Federal, State and local laws concerning the operation of child care centers.