Co-Teacher

Douglass Community Services•Hannibal, MO

15d

About The Position

Douglass Community Services is hiring a Co-Teacher for its Early Head Start team. The Co-Teacher works with teaching staff to create safe, nurturing, engaging classroom experiences that support infants’ and toddlers’ development. The role supports children’s physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth; helps plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons; and collaborates with the Lead Teacher and classroom staff on daily activities. The Co-Teacher also partners with families, supports individualized learning, follows program policies and confidentiality standards, and completes required documentation, assessments, and data entry. This is a full-time position scheduled for 40 hours per week, 49 weeks per year. No evenings, weekends, or overtime are required. The schedule includes a paid winter/holiday break. Compensation is $17.72 per hour with an Infant/Toddler CDA, $19.49 per hour with an associate degree, and $21.44 per hour with a bachelor’s degree.

Requirements

Infant/Toddler CDA required within 18 months of hire.
Ability to successfully complete Teaching Strategies GOLD Inter-Rater Reliability Certification within 6 months of hire.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to write and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
Computer proficiency, including data entry and word processing.
CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain and maintain certification.
Reliable transportation required.
Ability to take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and work effectively as part of a team.
Strong commitment to confidentiality and professional ethics.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education preferred, or a related field with relevant experience or credentials per Head Start requirements.
One to three years of experience working with young children highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for infants and toddlers.
Support children’s physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Assist in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
Collaborate with the Lead Teacher and classroom staff to manage daily activities.
Support individualized learning experiences based on each child’s strengths and needs.
Build positive relationships with families and encourage engagement in children’s learning.
Incorporate health, nutrition, and self-care routines into daily classroom activities.
Complete required documentation, assessments, and computer-based data entry accurately and on time.
Support developmental, behavioral, and health screenings and follow-up services.
Make appropriate referrals to community agencies when needed to support children and families.
Maintain ongoing communication with families, staff, supervisors, and service providers.
Follow confidentiality standards and program policies.