Teacher Early HS I

Save the Children 2022•Newbern, TN

12d

About The Position

The Early Head Start Teacher develops and implements individualized and group educational plans for infants and toddlers to promote social-emotional, physical, and cognitive growth appropriate to each child’s developmental stage. Working with a co-Teacher and with support from Program Aides and Volunteers, the teacher handles the day-to-day operation of the classroom, verifies compliance with applicable regulations, builds strong partnerships with families, and supports high-quality program delivery. The position reports to the Center Director or Manager of Education & Inclusion. The teacher creates a safe, developmentally appropriate learning environment; plans and conducts activities, observations, assessments, screenings, family conferences, and home visits; and maintains child records and portfolios. The role also includes responsive caregiving, supporting children’s health and self-help routines, engaging families in children’s education, guiding Program Aides and Volunteers, maintaining classroom supplies and organization, and participating in professional development. Flexibility may be required to remain until all children have been picked up.

Requirements

Minimum of a CDA or an associate degree in child development, early childhood education, or a related degree with early-childhood-equivalent coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education, with experience teaching preschool-age children.
Professional proficiency in spoken and written English.
Ability to communicate and collaborate successfully with individuals and teams at all levels, internally and externally, in providing high-quality services to children and families.
Successful interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, including problem-solving and time-management skills.
Ability to follow established and communicated directions and take initiative.
Knowledge of the purpose of the Head Start/Early Head Start program.
Ability to relate sensitively to children.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of required information.
Participation in professional development training, including basic first aid and pediatric CPR certification as required by state licensing and HSPPS.
Meet pre-employment background check requirements, including applicable criminal records, sex offender registry, employment, education, and child abuse registry checks, and pass applicable state and local health requirements after offer and before employment.
If required to operate a motor vehicle for essential job functions, maintain a valid driver’s license and comply with Save the Children vehicle-operation policies.
Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work: exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 5–10 pounds constantly; activities include sitting, crawling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping.
Ability to perform duties involving repetitive action and motion, keyboarding, and computer use.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability, preferably English/Spanish or English and another language used by children and families.
For positions in North Carolina, Birth-Kindergarten (B-K) Licensure is preferred.
Current and former Head Start/Early Head Start parents receive preference for qualified employment vacancies.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement individualized and group lesson plans and educational activities with a co-Teacher to promote children’s developmental areas and preschool readiness.
Guide and facilitate daily classroom activities and field trips.
Select and set up classroom equipment and materials, and maintain a safe, developmentally appropriate learning environment.
Practice responsive caregiving and integrate routines and individualized or small-group activities into a flexible schedule of learning experiences.
Plan and conduct at least two conferences and two home visits, or more as needed, to keep parents and caregivers informed about children’s progress, routines, activities, and behavior, and to support their observational skills.
Maintain accurate paper and online records and protect the confidentiality of children and families.
Plan, conduct, and document observations, assessments, and screenings; maintain a comprehensive portfolio for each child, including weekly observations, work samples, and developmental assessments.
Work with Program Aides and Volunteers to develop their skills in planning and carrying out classroom activities.
Protect children through active supervision and ensure no child is left alone or unsupervised.
Use the playground as an extension of the classroom and ensure it is safe.
Eat with and assist children during mealtimes to teach social and self-help skills and sound nutritional practices.
Meet children’s physical needs and assist with rest, toothbrushing, diapering, and toileting habits.
Engage parents in their children’s education, including encouraging classroom involvement and home activities.
Create an annual inventory of classroom equipment and supplies.
Work with the Manager of Education & Inclusion to develop and document progress on professional development plans, and participate in professional development activities.
Keep the classroom clean and organized.
Ensure mobilization and documentation of matching-in-kind activities, goods, and services.
Remain at work until all children have been picked up by a parent or legal guardian when required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid time off, including 10 days of winter break, 5 days of spring break, 5 personal days, 11 holidays, and 2 floating holidays per year.
Competitive health care coverage for employees and their families.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
Employer-paid short-term disability benefits.
Employer-paid long-term disability benefits.
Health Savings Account option for employees enrolled in a High-Deductible Health Plan, with the company matching a portion of the contribution.
Flexible Spending Account options for health care and dependent care.
Agency-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
Parental/adoption benefits.
Fertility benefits.
Employee Rewards Program with annual merit increases and/or additional incentives for eligible employees.
Retirement savings plan with employer contributions after one year.
Wellness benefits and support through Calm and company-hosted events.
Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services.
Internal and external learning and development opportunities and mentorships.
Certification and tuition assistance.