What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Teacher position at Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties?
"To the world you may be one person; but to one person you may be the world" -Dr. Seuss.
Why work for us?
Who We Serve:
Opportunities serves thousands of people annually in Williamson & Burnet Counties. Working cooperatively with other agencies, we are an advocate for those who might not otherwise have a voice in the community. We are dedicated to providing services to help those in need achieve a better, more productive life.
Our Mission:
To empower children, families, and seniors to achieve and maintain independence by partnering with area organizations to provide education, nutrition, and community support.
Our Vision:
A healthy, educated community in which all people live independently and with dignity.
Position Summary:
The Head Start Teacher is responsible for managing a teaching environment by implementing curriculum and developing lesson plans for children 3 to 5. The position reports to the Center Director and operates under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of independent judgment, discretion and initiative.
Essential Job Duties:
Education and Training:
F Standing- required when making copies, meeting people, moving from work area to work area
F Handling- reports, vehicles, laptop, keys
F Hearing/Talking/Listening-communicate with employees and others, answer the telephone, participate in meetings, give presentations
F Fine Dexterity-operate computer, calculator, to write, mouse, projector tools
F Sitting-performing work at desk, while reading, writing, in meetings, driving, riding in vehicle to sites and meetings
O Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling-plug in equipment, when connecting PC components, plugging in cords, open lower desk drawers
F Walking-from vehicle to site, area to area, to copier
F Bending/Twisting – to reach files, reports, handle paper, reach drawers
F Grasping/Holding-holding binders, phones, tablet, work resources
F Balancing – standing, reaching, driving
F Lifting/Carrying-report binders, paper, laptop, supplies up to 45 lbs.
F Vision-to drive and assist individuals in medical need
F Pushing/Pulling – open/close file/copier drawers, open & close doors, rolltop carriers
F Foot Controls – driving
F Driving –scheduled & unscheduled trips to and from meetings and sites
F Reaching-to answer phone, reach files, reports, plug in laptop
Working Conditions:
Why work for us?
- No Nights or Weekends
- 15 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Education (Upon Approval)
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 403(b) plus employer match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Chipper-Assistance in Student Loan Forgiveness and Lower Payments
Who We Serve:
Opportunities serves thousands of people annually in Williamson & Burnet Counties. Working cooperatively with other agencies, we are an advocate for those who might not otherwise have a voice in the community. We are dedicated to providing services to help those in need achieve a better, more productive life.
Our Mission:
To empower children, families, and seniors to achieve and maintain independence by partnering with area organizations to provide education, nutrition, and community support.
Our Vision:
A healthy, educated community in which all people live independently and with dignity.
Position Summary:
The Head Start Teacher is responsible for managing a teaching environment by implementing curriculum and developing lesson plans for children 3 to 5. The position reports to the Center Director and operates under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of independent judgment, discretion and initiative.
Essential Job Duties:
- Design, manage and organize the classroom to create and encourage a positive learning environment;
- Assess and track student developmental progress, enrichment opportunities and daily experiences and provide feedback to parents.
- Coordinate, schedule and complete parent-teacher conferences and individual home visits.
- Follow prescribed curriculum as outlined in content area plans, policies and procedures and curriculum guides.
- Plan, prepare and present daily instructional activities/lesson plans coordinating with co-teacher, Teacher Aide and/or parents/guardians.
- Prepare and implement an individualized curriculum for all children including IEP/IFSP goals.
- Ensure safety in performing all job responsibilities; adhere to all safety policies in alignment with Head Start/Day Care licensing standards.
- Maintain clean and safe work area in the classroom and playground areas.
- Ensure reports and subsequent documentation is submitted within appropriate timeframes for incident/accidents, ensure daily health checks are completed for students.
- Manage and coordinate volunteer activities for the classroom ensuring appropriate background checks have been completed.
- Encourage parents to complete required physical, dental and health screen offerings in a timely manner.
- Maintain appropriate records of classroom activities and child development.
- Manage student behavior in the classroom in alignment with prescribed policies and procedures.
- Work with Center Director and Comprehensive Support Specialist (CSS) to ensure classroom initiatives and curriculum are being met securing appropriate approvals prior to delivery.
- Maintain and protect confidential information pertaining to staff, students and families.
- Schedule and organize time and materials to effectively manage classroom, attend meetings and complete required reports/documentation.
- Ensure that activities from all content areas are integrated into the classroom.
- Complete child observations; retaining reports/documentation on a weekly basis or as instructed by supervisor.
- Maintain custodial duties in classroom and Head Start Center.
- Serve as a model while brushing teeth daily
- Complete Point of Serves, Family Style Meals
- All employees are expected to adhere to OWBC ethics expectations
- Must be able to cooperate and work effectively with others
- Must be diplomatic, honest and fair
- Regular and Punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
- Perform other duties as assigned or as they become apparent
- Ability to operate various word-processing software, spreadsheets, and database programs.
- Ability to work effectively with others.
- Ability to assess the health and behaviors of children by sight and sound.
- Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
- Ability to ensure compliance with regulatory agency requirements and policies.
- Ability to organize, prioritize and utilize effective time management techniques.
- Ability to respect confidentiality at all times.
- Ability to carry out multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Ability to follow instructions furnished in verbal or written format.
Education and Training:
- Bachelor’s degree in Childhood Development/Early Childhood Education or related field of study, including six or more courses in Early Childhood Education and/or Child Development.
- Six years of Childhood Development Experience may be substituted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree or a combination of an Associate’s Degree in Childhood Development/Early Childhood education and four years of related experience.
- None
- Valid Texas driver’s license.
- Obtain and keep current Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications
F Standing- required when making copies, meeting people, moving from work area to work area
F Handling- reports, vehicles, laptop, keys
F Hearing/Talking/Listening-communicate with employees and others, answer the telephone, participate in meetings, give presentations
F Fine Dexterity-operate computer, calculator, to write, mouse, projector tools
F Sitting-performing work at desk, while reading, writing, in meetings, driving, riding in vehicle to sites and meetings
O Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling-plug in equipment, when connecting PC components, plugging in cords, open lower desk drawers
F Walking-from vehicle to site, area to area, to copier
F Bending/Twisting – to reach files, reports, handle paper, reach drawers
F Grasping/Holding-holding binders, phones, tablet, work resources
F Balancing – standing, reaching, driving
F Lifting/Carrying-report binders, paper, laptop, supplies up to 45 lbs.
F Vision-to drive and assist individuals in medical need
F Pushing/Pulling – open/close file/copier drawers, open & close doors, rolltop carriers
F Foot Controls – driving
F Driving –scheduled & unscheduled trips to and from meetings and sites
F Reaching-to answer phone, reach files, reports, plug in laptop
Working Conditions:
- Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.
