Early Head Start Teacher at Child Focus Inc

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Child Development, Lesson Planning, Curriculum Implementation, Teamwork, Communication, Flexibility, Dependability, Engagement, Creativity, Safety, Positive Relationships, Goal Setting, Classroom Maintenance, Learning Environment, Social Needs, Emotional Needs

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description We invest in you while working together to strengthen our community. Lead Teacher Child Focus 4629 Aicholtz Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45244 - Clermont County Hours: Full time (40 hours), year-round Child Focus is seeking a dedicated early childhood professional to serve as Lead Teacher in an Infant Toddler Classroom, ages 0-3, implementing a research-based curriculum. Duties include set up and maintenance of classroom, engaging with infants and toddlers, diaper changing and fostering learning and growth. Child Focus is a Step Up to Quality Gold Rated Program and provides high quality early childhood services. The lead teacher is responsible for providing a learning experience that accommodates children’s needs and stimulates learning across all domains of development including lesson planning, screening and curriculum implementation. The lead teacher also works with the assistant teachers to ensure children’s basic needs are met and that the daily routine runs smoothly. The lead teacher establishes a partnership with families, and helps the families set and meet goals for their children and themselves. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable in child development, flexible, dependable and has the ability to work well with others. Preferred candidates will: Relate positively with young children and families Be passionate about providing quality care and learning opportunities as well as a safe environment for young children Work cooperatively with other team members Maintain an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and grow. Love children and wish to work in a team-oriented environment Meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency Have knowledge and interest of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children Have previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred, but not required as training provided Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, vision, dental insurance, and EAP program. Health Savings and Flex Spending account options with agency match. 10 days of PTO for first-year employees and seasonal staff Extended illness benefits. 403(b) retirement plan with 6% employer match. Federal Student Loan Forgiveness program eligibility and tuition reimbursement. Paid internships. Childcare with 25% employee discount. Employee wellness benefits. Paid Continued Education Trainings Great Work Life Balance! Growth and Advancement Opportunities. Leadership is committed to promoting from within and growing the next generation of leaders. Personal and professional value in the work they do to support children, families and adults. Employees are highly engaged. Free continuing education. Child Focus financially supports employee’s professional development. Requirements Degree Required: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or a Child Development Associate® (CDA) Credential Additional Requirements: Pass physical examination, background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

The Lead Teacher is responsible for setting up and maintaining the classroom, engaging with infants and toddlers, and implementing a research-based curriculum. They also work with assistant teachers to ensure children's needs are met and establish partnerships with families.