What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Head Start Teacher position at Pathfinder?
Description
Company: Pathfinder
Job Title: Early Head Start Teacher
Category: Childcare & Education
Location: Huntington, IN
Job Type: Full-Time
Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30a-4:30p (40hr)
Starting Pay: $16.33-$21.52/hr based on education
Job Summary:
The Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher at Pathfinder Early Learning Center is responsible for planning and executing developmentally appropriate learning experiences for enrolled children. This role involves partnering with families and peers to provide individualized and multicultural programming in the classroom and during home visits. The EHS Teacher completes developmental assessments within the first 45 days of each child’s enrollment and regularly thereafter, assisting families with mutually agreed-upon goals and fostering a strong partnership.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement regular lesson plans that align with assessment data, the Early Learning Outcome Framework (ELOF), family preferences, and developmentally appropriate practices according to NAEYC, FSSA, and Paths to Quality standards. The EHS Teacher partners with parents to provide high-quality early childhood programming through shared goals, nutrition assessments, and parent engagement programming. They assess children’s development regularly and share this information with families, providing regular opportunities for children to learn and grow through hands-on experiences and activities.
The EHS Teacher follows Indiana Child Care Licensing Guidelines for the responsive physical care of children in classrooms, implements a regular and predictable schedule of activities that aligns with licensing guidelines and individual child needs, and uses the Conscious Discipline Curriculum to help children develop social-emotional skills. Compliance with Indiana Childcare Licensing Regulations regarding health and safety, classroom environment, positive discipline, and required postings is essential.
The EHS Teacher works cooperatively with coworkers to create a positive and predictable learning environment for children, coworkers, and families. Additionally, maintaining 20 hours of annual training related to Early Childhood Development is required.
Pathfinder is dedicated to strengthening communities by enabling people with disabilities or economic challenges to achieve autonomy, inclusion, and stability.
Benefits: (if applicable)
- Competitive pay and paid training
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Growth opportunities
- Paid Time Off/ Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employer Paid - Basic Life, STD, LTD
- 403(b) Retirement Plan- Employer match up to 5%
Pathfinder Perks – We Care About YOU:
- Virgin Pulse Wellness Platform Incentives available to all employees
- Employer-Sponsored Financial Benefit through PayActiv
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free Sessions for employees and Immediate household members
- The Free Pathfinder Kids Clinic provides healthcare for babies, children, and adolescents in the community who have minor illnesses.
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Person Center Thinking Training
- Verizon Wireless Discount
- YMCA Discount
Pathfinder Values: People First – Integrity - Contribution – Growth – Empowerment
Requirements
Preferred Minimum Qualifications
- A minimum of an infant/toddler CDA or 120 hours specific to infant/toddler development. An associate or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field.
- Staff hired with a degree in a related field have four months to complete CDA coursework equivalent to 120 hours of infant/toddler-specific training.
- At least 21 years of age.
- Basic language, written, and computer skills necessary for communication and documentation.
- Demonstrated ability to support people with disabilities.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule if needed.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to speak, hear, and read the English language.
- Be able to run, squat, stoop/bend, kneel, and climb stairs
- Be able to lift 50 pounds and push/pull against potential resistance.
- Be able to implement CPR and First Aid when needed.
Salary : $16 - $22
