EHS Assistant Toddler Teacher

Self Help Inc•Brockton, MA

11h•$19 - $22

About The Position

Self Help, Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate Assistant Toddler Teacher for its Early Head Start program. The role supports the Teacher in planning and implementing a high-quality, developmentally appropriate education program for infants and toddlers, typically from birth to age three. The Assistant Toddler Teacher helps address the comprehensive needs of children and families while adhering to Head Start Performance Standards and program policies. The position supports daily classroom operations, curriculum planning, individualized learning experiences, positive behavior guidance, family communication, attendance tracking, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. The teacher also participates in professional development, coaching, planning meetings, and agency activities. The schedule is Monday through Friday, and the hourly rate is $19–$22.

Requirements

Experience working with toddlers in a professional capacity.
High school diploma.
Willingness to enroll in a program leading to a CDA or an associate's or bachelor's degree.
Pass a criminal background check and other required clearances.
Have or be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
Meet physical requirements, including lifting 50 pounds, carrying young children, bending, stooping, and actively engaging with children.
Ability to perform fine and gross motor activities, including bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, extending, and reaching, and to play with children on the floor.
Ability to clean the classroom.
Valid driver's license, car, and reliable transportation.
Willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and participate in required meetings, training, and agency activities.

Nice To Haves

Classroom experience.
Infant/Toddler EEC license.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Former and current Head Start/EHS parents are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Comply with Head Start/Early Head Start standards and program policies and procedures, EEC regulations, CLASS, ITERS, and NAEYC accreditation requirements.
Support daily classroom operations, including setting up activities, cleaning and maintaining the classroom, and rotating toys.
Assist the Lead Teacher and Teacher with planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate, child-focused curriculum to meet School Readiness Goals.
Assist with planning, creating, and implementing weekly lesson plans in Teaching Strategies Gold at the discretion of the Lead Teacher.
Use positive redirection and behavior guidance to support a safe and healthy learning environment.
Individualize experiences, activities, learning opportunities, and strategies to meet each child's developmental needs.
Collaborate with classroom staff and multidisciplinary team members, including EHS specialists, mental health staff, family advocates, education and disabilities specialists, and nursing and nutrition staff.
Maintain knowledge of EEC and Head Start/Early Head Start policies, procedures, and regulations.
Build positive relationships with families and parents and maintain accurate, up-to-date records of parent/teacher communication.
Track children's attendance using the attendance sheet and name-to-face recognition in accordance with program policies.
Collaborate with the Early Head Start Mental Health Specialist and other EHS team members to create a trauma-informed classroom.
Provide coverage and support to other classrooms in the building as needed.
Participate in classroom team planning meetings and monthly planning/coaching meetings with the EHS Specialist.
Maintain and annually renew the EEC Professional Qualifications Registry and complete required training hours.
Complete an annual Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP) according to program policy.
Maintain required licenses and certifications and attend monthly building, staff, and professional development meetings.
Represent Self Help, Inc. Head Start/EHS professionally, work well with others, and use a solution-focused approach with parents and children.
Maintain good attendance and punctuality and adjust work schedules to participate in agency events and activities as needed.
Assist with bringing toys on and off the playground.