Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher

Hidalgo County, TX•Hidalgo, TX

64d

About The Position

To provide learning for infants and toddlers using a developmentally appropriate curriculum, promoting their social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth through routines and activities. Under immediate supervision, has the responsibility to provide reports/documentation regarding the families and children assigned to them, and decisions are made on a routine level. Has daily contact with the families participating in the program and on occasion, with the general public. Must abide by the Early Head Start Performance Standards, Texas Minimum Standards for Child-Care Centers, and other Program Policies and Procedures.

Requirements

Must have a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent with a current Infant/Toddler Child Development Associates (CDA).
Current certification in First Aid and CPR must be maintained.
Must have sufficient knowledge of early child development to perform work assigned.
Must be Bilingual (English/Spanish proficient).
Must have an automobile and current liability insurance as required for work related travel.
Applicant is required to provide copies of diplomas, certificates of achievements, or other teaching credentials with the application.

Responsibilities

Prepares developmentally appropriate materials and arrange a physical environment to meet the needs of infants and toddlers.
Serves as the primary provider for the children.
Designs and incorporates the Head Start content areas of health, nutrition and parent involvement.
Plans and implements a program geared specifically for infants and toddlers, including modeling desired behavior by all classroom staff in accordance with program standards, and other requirements.
Uses the appropriate skills to meet social, emotional, physical and developmental needs of individual infants and toddlers.
Prepares developmentally appropriate materials and arrange a physical environment to meet the needs of infants and toddlers.
Participates in planning, assessing and evaluation of program content plans.
Conducts home visits as required with appropriate records of contact.
Contributes to the development and maintenance of resource materials.
Supervises and guides children during mealtimes, toileting, hand washing, rest periods and play activities.
Participates in all staff development activities, in-service trainings, workshops, and meetings.
Provides daily interaction and supervision to the children in his/her care.
Provides the children a developmentally appropriate environment conducive to learning.
Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment for children.
Maintains open and frequent communication with parents in regards to their child's progress and program activities.
Administers, interprets, and utilizes the results of assessments and/or screenings for planning and delivering individualized instruction.
Collaborates with other staff as appropriate to utilize assessment data to organize small groups and individualized instruction.
Prepares and submits administrative reports as scheduled, including form 1535 from USDA food program.
Attends and participates in ECI meetings when applicable.
Implements child's plan for children with special needs.
Maintain accurate documentation on the children in their care.
Provides opportunities for Family Style Service during meal times as applicable.
Plans and conducts Parent/Teacher conferences as needed.
Assists in planning and attends monthly parent committee meetings.
Assists in recruiting children for the program.
Attends training workshops as assigned by the Director of EHS Services and/or the EHS Campus Director.
Adheres to the requirements of the Confidentiality Policy of the Program.
Reports all suspected cases of child abuse/neglect to the proper authorities immediately.
Attends First Aid and CPR and any other training as required to comply with Texas Child Care Minimum Standards and Performance Standards.
Adheres to Hidalgo County Head Start Policies and Procedures as required.
Will be subject to re-assignment from one campus to another as needed.
Adheres to the requirements of the Texas Education Agency.
Collaborates with the local Independent School District personnel to provide high-quality education and comprehensive services.
Performs other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or Executive Director.