Early Head Start Teacher at Allegan County Resource Development Committee Inc

Otsego, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 May, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

22 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Early Childhood Development, Curriculum Planning, Classroom Management, Infant Care, Toddler Development, CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, Family Partnership, Individual Education Plan Implementation, Child Screening, Child Assessment, Sanitation Maintenance

Industry

Description

Position Title: Early Head Start Teacher Reports To: Education Supervisor / Director of Operations Classification: Full Time / Full Year / Non-Exempt Status: Variable Salary Range: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour Required Education and Experience: Must meet the State of Michigan Child Care Licensing Standards for a lead caregiver and the Head Start requirements including a Child Development Associates Credential, with an Infant and Toddler Development Focus, awarded by the Council for Professional Development and have 480 hours of childcare experience. AA in Early Childhood Education or equivalent as defined by Head Start regulations is preferred. Pass pre-employment physical, TB test. Be certified in Infant/Child and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid. Summary/Objective: Teacher for Early Head Start is responsible for providing instructional experiences for the preschool child for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes. Teacher will possess knowledge and understanding of early childhood development, develop appropriate goals and objectives, and collaborate with the Co-Teacher and plan together. Essential Functions: Daily Activities: Plans activities that support progress of each individual child using the designated curriculum. Assure that room arrangement meets the developmental needs of all children. Maintain a safe and sanitary indoor and outdoor environment. Implements effective classroom management strategies. Plan outcomes, transitions in classroom, and implements activities for outdoor learning environment. Other duties as assigned. Family Partnership Family Partnership: Plans and implements transitions from Early Head Start to Head Start or other setting. Works in partnership with the families, special education team, and management members in the development and implementation of the child's individual education plan. Actively communicates with families to ensure every child's success. Screening and assessment results are shared with families, staff, and partners. Confers with families; refer child and family concerns to appropriate partners and staff.

Responsibilities

The teacher is responsible for providing instructional experiences to support the social, emotional, physical, and educational development of preschool children using a designated curriculum. This includes planning activities, maintaining a safe environment, implementing classroom management, and actively communicating with families regarding child progress and concerns.