EHS Teacher (Senath EHS)

DAEOC•Senath, MO

3d•$15 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

To provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for children while they are in the Head Start/Early Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips). Encourage parent involvement in all aspects of the program. The Teacher will coordinate and implement curriculum designed to promote Head Start/Early Head Start School Readiness goals for children to facilitate transition into kindergarten. Must meet requirements per Federal Head Start Performance Standards and any local, state and/or agency policies and procedures.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Infant/ Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (must be obtained within 3 months of hire if not held at time of hire)
Infant/Toddler (ages 0-2) Classroom teaching experience
Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education (Pre K) or a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education (Pre K) or an Associate’s Degree or higher that includes coursework equivalent to a major in Early Childhood Education (for Head Start Teacher role)
Pre-school (ages 3-5) Classroom teaching experience (for Head Start Teacher role)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Intermediate to advanced computer skills, internet and e-mail
Valid Missouri Driver's License and proof of insurance
Must provide own vehicle for home visits
Must be Pediatric CPR & First Aid certified within 30 days of employment
Completed physical required at hire and updated annually
Currently enrolled in Child Care Division-Central Background Registry at time of hire and must renew every two years
Transcripts are required to validate educational requirements

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Early Childhood Development (ECD)
Two years of Infant/Toddler (ages 0-2) Classroom teaching experience
Two years of Pre-school (ages 3-5) Classroom teaching experience
Bilingual English/Spanish skills

Responsibilities

Coordinate and implement curriculum designed to promote Head Start/Early Head Start School Readiness goals for children to facilitate transition into kindergarten.
Provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for children while they are in the Head Start/Early Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips).
Encourage parent involvement in all aspects of the program.
Adapt curriculum to meet the needs of all children including at risk, special needs, gifted, and culturally diverse populations.
Conduct home visits using own vehicle.