HS Teacher (South City)

Porter-Leath•Memphis, TN

3d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Site Manager, the Teacher will have the responsibility of being the primary caregiver for one group of children in the Head Start classroom. This role involves planning and implementing daily activities, curriculum, and providing instructional leadership to ensure a positive and enriching learning environment for preschool-aged children, including those with special needs. The teacher will also work closely with families, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with other staff members to support child development and school readiness goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or higher degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience with preschool age (3-5).
Knowledge of and ability to implement developmentally appropriate programs for preschool child care.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Sincere desire to make a difference in the community and develop professional skills.
Ability to have a positive relationship with children, staff, and others from diverse backgrounds, including children with special needs.
Ability to work effectively and positively with parents.
Possess an attitude of continuous improvement.
Possess a commitment to continued education to include regular participation in workshops, conferences, training sessions, etc.
Ability to provide a continuum of care to children ages three (3) to five (5).
Ability to perceive and deal with sensitive issues while maintaining confidentiality and objectivity.
Ability to follow through on given directives in a timely manner.
Flexibility in scheduling.
Familiarity with and implements Conscious Discipline strategies and techniques.
Implements the Pyramid Model to identify appropriate classroom management techniques.
Ability to develop trusting relationships within a client’s home.
Possess the ability to forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families, conviction about the capacity of people to grow and change, the ability to set limits and maintain the helping role of the employee and the ability to intervene appropriately to meet the needs of the persons served and their families.

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
Experience working in a non-profit is preferred.
Maintain a valid driver’s license with a good driving record with appropriate level of insurance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid training/certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary caregiver for a group of children, including those with special needs.
Plan and implement daily enrichment and care activities for the classroom.
Implement curriculum using ongoing assessment to individualize instruction.
Provide instructional leadership and serve as a role model for best practices.
Ensure classroom fidelity to Head Start Program Performance Standards, NAEYC, and state licensing regulations.
Monitor and ensure compliance with federal monitoring protocols and performance benchmarks.
Cooperate with other staff members to create a positive environment.
Collect, analyze, and maintain accurate records of attendance, meal counts, and educational/developmental data.
Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring a coordinated plan of care for each family.
Act as a mentor to families as their child’s first teacher and support best parenting practices.
Plan and conduct structured home visits to strengthen family engagement and goal-setting.
Keep Supervisor informed of programmatic issues.
Conduct ongoing child evaluations, screeners, and assessments.
Contribute to team effort by performing other duties as assigned.
Implement and track individualized education plan (IEP) goals and behavior referrals/support plans.
Provide a safe and conducive learning environment for all children.
Implement Conscious Discipline strategies and techniques.
Implement the Pyramid Model for classroom management.
Attend meetings as necessary to support student development and promote student outcomes.
Develop trusting relationships within a client’s home.
Work as a team player and interact/assist all employees as necessary.
Forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families.
Maintain accurate student records/Education files.