Head Start Teacher
Santo Domingo Tribe•Santo Domingo Pueblo / Kewa, NM
•$24 - $28•Onsite
About The Position
The Lead Teacher works in the classroom throughout the school year with children and families. Provides a learning environment that fosters growth and development of the typical and atypical developing child in the early childhood settings. Works with all components and institutes them into weekly lesson plan. Encourages parent volunteerism in the classroom, and is responsible for child screenings, evaluations, and referrals and follow-up. Communicates with other teachers for consistency in program services.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood preferred, OR an Associate Degree in Childhood Development.
- Five (5) years' work experience in a preschool setting (or Early Head Start Setting).
- Valid New Mexico driver's license with ability to meet Pueblo of Santo Domingo liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility to drive tribal or personal vehicles in the performance of job.
- Must be fluent in English.
- Must obtain a Physical Examination within 30 days of hire and pass a criminal background.
- Must complete and update annually First Aide/CPR certification and Food Handlers.
- Must exercise care and compassion in decision making and maintain objectivity.
- Must satisfactorily pass a criminal background check and drug screening and must obtain a physical exam within 30 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Keres language speaker
- If employee substitutes education plus experience, he/she must obtain a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or related field within the first two (2) years of employment.
Responsibilities
- Provide a learning environment that fosters growth and development of the typical and atypical developing child in early childhood settings.
- Work with all components and institute them into weekly lesson plans.
- Encourage parent volunteerism in the classroom.
- Responsible for child screenings, evaluations, and referrals and follow-up.
- Communicate with other teachers for consistency in program services.
Benefits
- Generous vacation
- Affordable medical
- Other benefits
- Competitive 401k
- Amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
