Head Start Teacher

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and monitor all children at all times.
• Display the ability to apply Early Childhood Development philosophy in daily activities and adapt to the individual needs of children.
• Develop and utilize cohesive curriculum plans that include HSCDELF domain components, support agency School Readiness goals and promote positive child outcomes.
• Ensures a well run and purposeful classroom that is developmentally appropriate, inclusive and is supportive of all children’s needs
• Develop learning foundations for all children that are progressive to ensure that academic and developmental gains are sustainable.
• Provide an atmosphere that promotes and reinforces parental engagement in the classroom.
• Facilitate potty training for children who are in need
• Adhere to center safety policies and practice safe working conditions
• Keep assigned areas in neat & orderly fashion
• Implement and maintain all documentation standards as required, consistently and ensuring confidentiality
• Communicate and work effectively with the teacher’s assistant assigned to the classroom
• Maintain a good attitude and work as a team with other staff
• Report any problems or concerns to the Executive Director.

Minimum Qualifications

· Must be at least 18 years old

· Must be able to pass all criminal background checks

· Must obtain an annual physical & TB skin test

· Must be a steady reliable worker

· Must be able to perform simple tasks independently after given specific instructions

· Must Display good language skills and verbal projection.

· Must show all competencies listed in the job description for “All Staff”

Physical Qualifications

· Must be able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, reach, crouch, stand for several hours, walk short distances and reach heights

· Vision sufficient for supervision of children

· Must have sufficient strength and manual skill to lift children

Environment conditions

· Required work habits include regular attendance, teamwork, initiative, promptness & communicate appropriately

· The ability to handle a fast paced changing environment

· Ability to be flexible with work assignments & work schedules

· Preserve confidentiality & display a positive attitude

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.20 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14