Head Start Programs Teacher (Early HeadStart)
About The Position
The Head Start Programs Teacher works in the year-round Early Head Start program with children from birth to age three. The role implements a child development program, supports children’s health, safety, nutrition, learning, and positive behavior, and adapts the classroom environment and curriculum to meet children’s individual needs through developmentally appropriate practices and culturally responsive caregiving. The teacher partners with families through home visits, conferences, meetings, and other communication; supports family involvement and shares information about child development. The role follows the Program Manager’s plan and Head Start Performance Standards, participates in observations and staff meetings, attends required training, and maintains professional relationships and confidentiality. The position is onsite, requires some travel, and may involve occasional evening work for trainings, family nights, home visits, conferences, or child care duties.
Requirements
- Knowledge of computer applications including word processing, databases and/or data entry, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Outlook.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to work independently and establish priorities.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to establish professional and harmonious working relationships with all parties involved.
- Ability to meet the needs of children who are at risk, have special needs, are gifted, or are culturally diverse.
- Subject to drug and alcohol testing under Fond du Lac Reservation personnel policies.
- Subject to pre-employment and annual background checks.
- Subject to immunization review and submission of proof of required vaccinations; vaccinations must remain current.
- Ability to pass an annual physical examination.
- Ability to lift, carry, or restrain a child and to walk, stand, bend, stoop, and sit on the floor with children.
- Some travel is required.
- No driver’s license is required; eligibility is determined by FDL’s insurance company.
- Required credentials are the same as the Early Head Start Teacher requirements referenced in the posting; the specific credentials are not listed here.
Responsibilities
- Implement a child development program for children and advocate for and demonstrate appropriate adult-child interactions.
- Assess children’s progress and needs through classroom and home-visit observations.
- Adapt the environment and curriculum to meet the needs of all children using developmentally appropriate practices and culturally responsive caregiving.
- Follow health, nutrition, and safety guidelines, including activities related to toileting, diapering, classroom safety, dental hygiene, and nutrition.
- Use positive behavior management techniques.
- Maintain professional and confidential relationships with program participants and staff.
- Share information with families through home visits, parent-teacher conferences, parent committee meetings, and phone, personal, or written communication.
- Welcome families and inform them about volunteering in the programs; share information on child development to support families.
- Follow the Program Manager’s plan and support staff, and implement activities specified in Head Start Performance Standards.
- Participate in classroom observations, receive feedback on classroom improvement, and attend staff meetings.
- Promote a cooperative, quality early childhood philosophy among staff, parents, collaborative partners, and the community.
- Attend required training and education opportunities; engage Foster Grandparents and volunteers in the classroom.
- Be familiar with Head Start Performance Standards and Fond du Lac Reservation policies.
- Attend mandatory department trainings and maintain appropriate work attire, attendance, and an organized work area.
- Protect confidential financial, employee, and client records; respond professionally to requests, complaints, and problems; and represent the Fond du Lac Band courteously and professionally.
- Remain flexible and assume other responsibilities assigned by management as necessary.
- Work occasional evenings for trainings, family nights, home visits, conferences, and child care duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
