What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Head Start Teacher position at PACT FOR WEST CENTRAL ILLINOIS?
PACT for West Central IL is seeking applicants for Early Head Start Center-Based Teachers for our Center in Quincy, Illinois. These are full-time positions, Monday through Friday, year-round. No Nights or weekends, Benefits include 14 paid holidays, Accrued vacation days, personal leave, sick time,, 2-week Paid winter break, life insurance, and affordable health, vision, and dental insurance. Starting pay is $19.54 per hour, with extra for college degree. Qualifications include:
A) Must be 19 years of age or older, and
B) Have Associate, Bachelor, or an advanced degree in Early Childhood Education and be trained (or have equivalent coursework) with a focus on infant/toddler development; or
C) Have a degree in a related field and 21 hours in Early Childhood with experience teaching infants & toddlers and be trained (or have equivalent coursework) with a focus on infant/toddler development: or
D) Completion of the Infant/Toddler credentialing program of the CDA National Credentialing Award System with a current credential as an Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate, completion of 12 semester hours or equivalent quarter hours in courses directly related to child care and/or child development from birth to age 6, and proof of two years (3120 clock hours) child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten, or licensed day care center.
Responsibilities
- Implement developmentally appropriate activities for infants and toddlers in alignment with Early Head Start guidelines.
- Create and execute lesson plans that promote social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- Foster a safe and nurturing environment conducive to early childhood learning.
- Collaborate with parents and caregivers to support children's holistic development.
- Utilize effective classroom management techniques to ensure a positive learning environment.
- Continuously assess and monitor children's progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.54 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20