EHS TEACHER

GOODWILL IND OF THE CHESAPEAKE INC•Baltimore, MD

11d

About The Position

Provide comprehensive services to children in the areas of cognition, physical, social and emotional development in a clean, safe classroom or home setting promoting family engagement. Adhere to federal Head Start Performance Standards, state licensing regulations, local agencies policies and core values.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
One year supervised classroom experience with children age zero through three years required.
45 hour Infant and Toddler Certificate required
90 hour Child Care Certificate required
Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) certification required within 90 days after hire
Current Infant/toddler CPR, First Aid Certificate required within 90 days after hire
Current Universal Precaution Certificate required
Pre-employment Early Head Start CJIS criminal background investigation clearance required
Pre-employment physical and tuberculosis screen clearance per Early Head Start guidelines required
Ability and desire to work with infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Ability to participate in training classes pertaining to child development, children at risk,
special needs, etc.
Ability to accurately record and deliver information, meet deadlines, and perform all duties efficiently and accurately.
Ability to communicate effectively and positively with parents, children, staff, supervisor and general public.
Ability to provide support and education to parents in a positive, non-judgmental manner and respond competently to the culture and values of each individual, family and community.
Ability to respect participants' communications as confidential and discuss pertinent
information with supervisor and other staff in an appropriate manner/area.
Ability to involve the parent in working with his/her child.
Ability to follow through on instructions as they pertain to classroom management.
Ability to implement the activity plans for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Ability to model/teach to parents how to nurture and interact with their children.

Nice To Haves

9 hours Communications certification preferred
Preferred: Current valid and unrestricted driver’s license and be fully insured according to Maryland law

Responsibilities

Conducts developmental screenings and family needs assessments.
Identifies and refers children with special needs for supportive services.
Maintains classroom environment and curriculum to Maryland Department of Education (MSDE) and Head Start standards.
Develops daily/weekly classroom lesson plans and individualized family service educational plans (IFSP) in collaboration with parents.
Completes daily health and safety checks conducting regular fire drills and proper maintenance of equipment, documenting all injuries, hazards and incidents.
Completes daily anecdotal notes and observations, inputting information into MyHeadStart or Teaching Strategies GOLD database systems.
Tracks daily sign in/out sheets and compiles weekly attendance reports and CACFP meal counts.
Maintain record management standards ensuring child/family files have required and updated documentation.
Ensures hygiene routines are maintained such as toileting procedures, diaper change, teeth brushing and hand washing.
Supervises and monitors children’s activities in the classroom and outdoor play areas.
Assist in the daily serving of snacks and meals promoting family serving style.
Conduct classroom inventory and prepare list of needed supplies.
Participate in ongoing training and development, case review, staff and individual supervision meetings.
Assist with recruitment and enrollment, engaging service provider agencies and attending community outreach events.
Conducts home visits and teacher conferences.
Provides families with developmentally appropriate activities and information to address child’s needs, guidance on home safety, nutrition, effective discipline and constructive play activities.
Links families with community resources serving as a liaison.
Coordinates social, educational, community and volunteer activities with parents and families.
Performs other duties as assigned.