What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant Toddler Teacher position at OLHSA- Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency?
INFANT TODDLER TEACHER
Division: Early Childhood
Department: Early Head Start
Supervisor: Site Manager
FLSA Status: Non Exempt - Union
Job Mission:
To provide a quality educational experience for children of the Head Start Program which includes children with disabilities. Prepares the children and families of the program by meeting program goals, including family, health and school readiness. Meets individual needs of children and families. Performs duties as assigned, in accordance with the Health and Human Services, Administration for Families and State of Michigan licensing requirements.
Performance Standards:
1. Provides children with developmental experiences in approaches to learning, social emotional, language and literacy, cognitive and perceptual, motor and physical development. In an environment of multi-cultural experiences through daily lesson plans and classroom activities.
2. Develops and implements lesson plans which includes individualization for children with an Individual Education Plan (IEP).
3. Documents children’s educational experiences in the Child Observation Record (COR).
4. Maintains constant active supervision with all children in the classroom.
5. Administers standardized screening to identify the needs of the children and make appropriate referrals and follow-up of children as needed, which includes children with special needs.
6. Maintain documentation as required.
7. Carry out all other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:
1. Child Development Associate (CDA) for Infant and Toddler credential, required. An Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or equivalent coursework, preferred, per the Head Start Act. Head Start experience preferred.
2. One year experience working with preschool children and parents preferred.
3. Must be able to meet physical demands of the job.
4. Valid Michigan Driver’s License and reliable transportation required.
Job Requirements in an 8 hour day:
1. Sit – 1.5 hours (varies daily, driving to multiple sites and several floors)
2. Stand – 2.5 hours (picking up children, supplies)
3. Walk – 2.5 hours (interactions with children, families, and staff on a daily basis)
4. Bend/Stoop – 1.5 hours
Movements:
1. Crawl: Yes (in classroom/activities with children and parents)
2. Reach Above: Yes (to get books/binders/supplies)
3. Crouch: Yes (low files/mailboxes/working with children)
4. Balancing: Yes (working with children)
5. Squat: Yes (working with children)
6. Climb: Yes (climbing stairs)
7. Shoulder level: Yes (to get books/binders/supplies)
8. Kneel: Yes (speaking/working with children)
9. Pushing: Yes (pushing carts of supplies, files, donations, meeting items)
10. Weight carried: 26-50 lbs
11. Weight lifted: 26-50 lbs
OLHSA IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.75 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17
