EHS Teacher - Alan Berlin Center

Southern Oregon Head Start•Medford, OR

3d•$24 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Head Start Teacher provides child education services to assigned children in duration services, including supporting child growth and development, planning and implementing curriculum with fidelity, and individualizing services for children. The Teacher partners with the Family Advocate to provide seamless, integrated service delivery to families and is responsible for meeting Head Start Performance Standards, Office of Child Care Regulations, and agency policies and procedures. This center-facing role includes working with children and families, collaborating with teaching teams and support staff, maintaining a safe classroom environment, and completing required documentation. The position may also include other related duties within the scope of its general responsibilities. It reports to the Site Manager 0-5.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Step 8 in Oregon Registry Pathways.
Enrollment in the Oregon Registry.
Certified TS Gold Interrater Reliable.
Current CPR/First Aid certification for adults and children, and Food Handler Certification; these may be obtained at Head Start after hire.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
High proficiency with computer software programs and databases.
Strong leadership and group facilitation skills.
Ability to apply knowledge of infant and toddler growth and development to parent-child activities and promote adults’ growth and development as parents.
Ability to work warmly, calmly, respectfully, and encouragingly with parents and children, and to oversee small and large groups of parents and children.
General knowledge of child nutrition, health, safety, special needs, and community resources for families.
Initiative and ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to prioritize, resolve issues, manage multiple activities, explain information, and exercise sound judgment.
Flexibility, openness to change, acceptance of staff, child, and family diversity, ability to remain alert and productive for extended periods, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds for 25 feet and push or pull up to 40 pounds for 20 yards.
Sufficient mobility, strength, range of motion, stamina, vision, hearing, manual dexterity, and eye-hand coordination to perform job duties safely and effectively, including standing, walking, bending, crouching, crawling, sitting on the floor, reaching, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and using stairs.
Ability to react quickly to children’s physical actions and sit for extended periods as required.
Pre-employment health screening as required by the agency and position.
Criminal Background Registry enrollment.
Valid Oregon driver's license, current personal automobile insurance meeting agency policy, and a three-year DMV court print driving record.
Approval to drive from the agency's insurance carrier; requires being at least 21 years old.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in an early childhood setting, or in a program working with pregnant women or parents of infants and toddlers; preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow education policies and procedures and implement curriculum with fidelity.
Supervise children at all times.
Provide developmental screenings and follow-up screenings, and assist families with referrals to early intervention when needed.
Document ongoing observations and conduct child assessments with fidelity.
Provide family conferences and establish child goals in collaboration with families.
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, individualized classroom environments and responsive routines that support individual child care schedules.
Debrief regularly with the teaching team and Education support to inform classroom environments, lesson plans, teaching strategies, team matrices, and child observations.
Support nurturing parent-child relationships and engage families in center services.
Incorporate Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) goals for children with disabilities into curriculum plans.
Collaborate with families to establish guidance plans for children with special behavioral needs.
Meet regularly with the Family Advocate to consult on families and support attendance goals and integrated service delivery.
Report suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with state law and agency policy.
Maintain confidentiality of records and family information.
Participate in cleaning and organizing classrooms and outdoor environments.
Complete agency training requirements and participate in a Professional Development Plan, mental health consultations, reflective supervision, coaching, and assigned learning communities.
Relate to children, parents, and co-workers in a positive, nurturing, and sensitive manner.
Respond quickly and safely to children and situations involving children.
Maintain a safe and positive work environment and follow safety regulations, policies, and procedures.