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General Summary

Under the direction of the Early Head Start Director, assists in overseeing and directing the planning, organizing, and implementation of education services for children, in addition to part time classroom teacher duties which include: Developing and implementing individual educational plans for children. Candidates must have a passion for creating a safe and nurturing environment for children to receive a quality education, and the ability to lead the classroom team. To ensure our youngest children have a solid foundation for life. To encourage the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of Head Start children and to attend to their safety and welfare. To promote family engagement in all aspects of the program.

• Leads classroom teams in creating an atmosphere in which children can grow and develop; develops a classroom environment that is welcoming and emphasizes the importance of the child; includes furnishings and supplies which are attractive, durable and developmentally appropriate
• Introduces, implements and evaluates developmentally appropriate activities for young children including the following activities: Self Image, Language/Literacy Development, Music and Movement, Social Studies, Science, Math, Art, Large/Small Motor Activities, and In-Depth Projects.
• Responsible for preparing classroom materials in advance of children’s arrival and maintaining a clean classroom environment
• Moves to different classrooms to cover for different teachers and age groups based on need
• When covering full time leaves and vacations in one classroom, takes on the responsibilities of a teacher and completes all paperwork as necessary
• Guide and facilitate the activities of the children, including; daily activities, field trips, selecting, and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom
• Cooperate with other staff and classroom groups to maintain the smooth functioning of the center, which at times may require changes to meet the needs of the children
• Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment. Assure that classroom equipment, furniture, materials, and supplies are properly maintained and stored

Employment Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in early childhood education or child development
• Gateways ECE Credential Level 5
• PEL (Professional Educator License for Early Childhood)

Experience: Work or educational experience in the classroom, and collaborating with parents in the education of their children. Have knowledge and experience in the philosophy and practices of Early Head Start (or comparable child development programs), early childhood education, developmentally appropriate practice, and bilingualeducation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a ECE Level 5 gateways credential?

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Professional Educator License (Required)

Work Location: In person