EHS Teacher - Marion, IN

Carey Services•Marion, IN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Head Start Classroom Teacher, under the supervision of the EHS Classroom Supervisor, is responsible for working with very young children, their parents, other staff, volunteers, and community partners to provide developmentally appropriate quality childcare in a center-based environment that is in compliance with all Head Start Performances Standards, State Licensing Requirements, and other requirements as appropriate.

Requirements

CDA or comparable credential
Trained (or have equivalent coursework) in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development
Experience working with young children
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to providing high-quality care and education
Ability to walk, bend, stoop or stand for extended periods
Ability to hold and move small children weighing from 5-50 pounds
Sensory capacities to successfully execute essential job functions
Willingness to pursue additional education as required by ongoing regulations
Must be highly organized, detail oriented, and able to communicate well both verbally and in writing
Adaptability and flexibility
Initiative
Planning and organization
Problem solving
Ability to complete all paperwork and educational requirements as required by regulations in an accurate and timely manner
Must know first aid, health & safety measures or build an acceptable competence level by post-hire training

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education
Patience, positivity, and a sense of humor
Understanding that toddlers learn through play, exploration, and relationships

Responsibilities

Working with very young children, their parents, other staff, volunteers, and community partners
Providing developmentally appropriate quality childcare in a center-based environment
Ensuring compliance with all Head Start Performances Standards, State Licensing Requirements, and other requirements as appropriate
Creating fun, hands-on learning experiences
Building strong partnerships with families
Helping every child grow socially, emotionally, physically, and academically
Supporting a positive classroom environment
Maintaining organization and quality documentation and communication
Providing effective and nurturing teacher/child interactions
Planning and implementing learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation and use of assessment and promote children’s progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: ages birth to five and applicable state early learning and development standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate
Communicating in a meaningful and appropriate manner with infants and toddlers
Following all required safe and universal precaution practices during a pandemic and as required otherwise
Adhering to all plans, policies and procedures of Carey Services and Early Head Start