EHS Teacher

Kids on the Move • Provo, UT

1d • $33,000 - $36,000

About The Position

Kids On The Move (KOTM) is hiring an Early Head Start Teacher to support infants, toddlers, teachers, and families across various classrooms. The role helps create a safe, nurturing, warm, and engaging learning environment and is suited to someone who enjoys working with young children and variety in their day.

The teacher provides direct care and conducts classroom activities while maintaining a structured, developmentally appropriate environment. The role implements Early Head Start services in accordance with KOTM and EHS policies and procedures and Head Start Performance Standards, and works collaboratively with staff and families to support children’s development and school readiness.

Responsibilities

• Implement Early Head Start services in the classroom according to KOTM and EHS policies and procedures and Head Start Performance Standards.
• Provide quality, developmentally appropriate, responsive infant and toddler care using Creative Curriculum, Conscious Discipline, and other curricula.
• Ensure classroom safety through active supervision and safety checks.
• Conduct daily classroom routines, transitions, intentional teaching activities, and circle times.
• Keep accurate records of children’s meals, nap times, and diapering.
• Maintain appropriate classroom ratios and inform the supervisor when needs arise.
• Complete weekly lesson plans that support children’s goals, disability needs, and IFSP needs.
• Conduct ongoing assessments for each child in the classroom.
• Conduct a home visit or parent-teacher conference each quarter for every child.
• Meet EHS deadlines and complete 45-day requirements for newly enrolled children.
• Communicate daily with parents about their child in positive and informative ways.
• Attend monthly EHS training and monthly coaching sessions for continued professional development.
• Coordinate with the Early Intervention program for children with an IFSP (Individual Family Service Plan).
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work cooperatively with the Center-Base Manager, Family Advocate, and other EHS staff to ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, KOTM systems, policies and procedures, and applicable state and local regulations.
• Communicate classroom or performance issues and concerns regarding children or families to the Center-Base Manager.
• Support the School Readiness Plan and Parent Committee meetings.
• Support attendance by ensuring proper procedures are followed in the classrooms.
• May work a few night events per year, such as Parent Engagement activities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
• Collaborative team committed to supporting children and families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed