Early Head Start Teacher - St. Paul

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans•New Orleans, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Head Start Teacher works under the supervision of the Center Director. The Early Head Start Teacher will be responsible for the organization of classroom space and equipment to meet the individual needs of children enrolled including the provision of activities in all areas reflecting Early Childhood Development practices, which will encourage children to: initiate activities, solve problems, explore, experiment, question and learn by doing. Ensure classroom, playground, and transition activities are developmentally appropriate and aligned with Head Start philosophy and licensing regulations. Develop, implement, and submit weekly lesson plans that support individual, small group, and large group learning, including IFSP goals when applicable. Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that builds relationships, independence, and a sense of community. Prepare classroom materials and implement daily curriculum using the Frog Street Curriculum. Monitor and document children's progress using Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG), DRDP, screenings, assessments, and observations in accordance with program timelines. Maintain accurate child records and complete required documentation, including daily experience sheets, parent conference reports, and transition plans. Individualize instruction by using assessment data and accommodating children with special needs. Promote cultural responsiveness by incorporating diverse learning materials and supporting children's home languages. Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, State Licensing Regulations, CACFP requirements, and agency policies. Monitor classroom and playground health and safety, complete daily health inspections, accident reports, and maintain sanitation and hygiene standards. Build strong partnerships with families through conferences, home visits, newsletters, calendars, and ongoing communication. Participate in child staffing meetings to support children's developmental goals and family needs. Maintain accurate records using ChildPlus and other required systems for tracking and reporting purposes. Achieve and maintain CLASS assessment scores at or above program expectations. Mentor substitutes and volunteers while supporting family-style dining practices. Complete administrative responsibilities, including email communication, timekeeping, mileage, paperwork, and in-kind documentation accurately and on time. Attend required trainings and professional development opportunities. Maintain confidentiality, professional ethics, and compliance with agency policies and procedures. Demonstrate dependable attendance, punctuality, and maintain required physical and annual TB screening. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Infant Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential with three years of early childhood education experience
Ability to continuously work toward earning an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education
Knowledge of infant and toddler growth, development, and early childhood education best practices
Proven proficiency in verbal and written communication skills when interacting with children, families, staff, and community partners
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, including performing basic mathematical calculations
Proficiency in using standard office equipment, including computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machines
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and internet applications
Understanding of the unique needs of families and the ability to communicate effectively and provide appropriate support
Ability to fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities for suspected child abuse or neglect
Flexibility to perform additional duties and work in other positions as needed

Responsibilities

Organization of classroom space and equipment to meet the individual needs of children enrolled
Provision of activities in all areas reflecting Early Childhood Development practices
Ensuring classroom, playground, and transition activities are developmentally appropriate and aligned with Head Start philosophy and licensing regulations
Developing, implementing, and submitting weekly lesson plans that support individual, small group, and large group learning, including IFSP goals when applicable
Fostering a positive, inclusive classroom environment that builds relationships, independence, and a sense of community
Preparing classroom materials and implementing daily curriculum using the Frog Street Curriculum
Monitoring and documenting children's progress using Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG), DRDP, screenings, assessments, and observations in accordance with program timelines
Maintaining accurate child records and completing required documentation, including daily experience sheets, parent conference reports, and transition plans
Individualizing instruction by using assessment data and accommodating children with special needs
Promoting cultural responsiveness by incorporating diverse learning materials and supporting children's home languages
Ensuring compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, State Licensing Regulations, CACFP requirements, and agency policies
Monitoring classroom and playground health and safety, completing daily health inspections, accident reports, and maintaining sanitation and hygiene standards
Building strong partnerships with families through conferences, home visits, newsletters, calendars, and ongoing communication
Participating in child staffing meetings to support children's developmental goals and family needs
Maintaining accurate records using ChildPlus and other required systems for tracking and reporting purposes
Achieving and maintaining CLASS assessment scores at or above program expectations
Mentoring substitutes and volunteers while supporting family-style dining practices
Completing administrative responsibilities, including email communication, timekeeping, mileage, paperwork, and in-kind documentation accurately and on time
Attending required trainings and professional development opportunities
Maintaining confidentiality, professional ethics, and compliance with agency policies and procedures
Demonstrating dependable attendance, punctuality, and maintaining required physical and annual TB screening
Performing additional duties as assigned