Head Start Teacher - Wrigley

Gateway Community Action Agency•West Liberty, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Start Teacher plans, organizes, and implements educational services for children in a Head Start classroom to prepare them for later school success. The teacher follows the program curriculum, applies developmentally appropriate practices, supports children’s learning and daily care, tracks progress, and works with parents and community partners to strengthen school readiness and home-school connections. The position also supervises classroom instructional assistants and volunteers, provides direction and training, and ensures compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and applicable laws. The role is a regular part-time position in a classroom environment. Workdays and hours are planned in advance, with the schedule provided at the beginning of each program year; management may make permanent or temporary schedule changes to meet agency needs. Travel is primarily local during the business day, though out-of-area travel may be expected with notice. The position requires at least 15 clock hours of allowable professional development annually.

Requirements

Associate degree in early childhood education, or an associate degree in a related field plus coursework equivalent to a major in early childhood education, and experience teaching preschool-age children.
Valid Kentucky driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Satisfactory background checks.
Pass a pre-employment drug test and random drug testing as required.
Maintain state-required minimum vehicle liability insurance and uninsured motorist insurance.
Complete any other testing or applicable checks required by local, state, or federal law.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field, with experience.
TSG Certification.

Responsibilities

Implement and follow the program curriculum, providing opportunities for natural play and hands-on experiences that reflect individual children’s learning styles.
Maintain regular contact with parents and complete appropriate documentation, including daily reporting on sleep, eating, and toileting.
Participate in assigned meetings, events, and training.
Apply knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices.
Guide and facilitate daily activities, including instruction, diapering and toileting, napping, and mealtime.
Maintain a comprehensive system for assessing and tracking child progress.
Work with parents to support home-school connections by sharing information about curriculum and school readiness.
Establish and maintain relationships with community partners and support program needs.
Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment and remain committed to keeping children safe.
Assist in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Comply with Head Start Performance Standards and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Supervise and provide direction to classroom instructional assistants and volunteers.
Direct, coordinate, and evaluate classroom assistants in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.
Train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; and address classroom concerns and resolve problems.
Ensure completion of at least 15 clock hours of allowable professional development annually.