HS Teacher
About The Position
Self Help Inc. is currently looking for an enthusiastic, experienced Head Start Teacher to join our team. Self Help, Inc. is a nonprofit Community Action Agency (CAA) created to help families and individuals stabilize and secure their lives through education, strategic assistance, and building opportunities in their communities. We provide a range of services for families and households across Southeastern Massachusetts. The Head Start Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment for preschool children in accordance with Head Start program performance standards. This position focuses on promoting school readiness by enhancing the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of children.
Requirements
- Must pass a criminal background check and other required clearances
- Must have or be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification
- Must meet the physical requirements of the position, including the ability to lift and carry young children, bend, stoop, and actively engage with children
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Frequent bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor, and getting up from the floor
- Outdoor activities in various weather conditions
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a Head Start program preferred but not required
- Knowledge of Head Start program performance standards preferred
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that meets Head Start standards
- Foster a classroom environment that supports children’s growth in all areas of development, including social-emotional, physical, cognitive language
- Conduct ongoing assessments of each child’s development and maintain accurate records
- Build positive respectful relations with children and their families
- Implement strategies for classroom management and individual behavior support
- Collaborate with teaching assistants, family service staff, and other professionals to meet the needs of children and their families
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom
- Conduct parent-teacher conferences and home visits as required
- Participate in professional development and training opportunities
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- LTD
- FSA
- 403B
- Vacation Time
- Optional Time
- Sick Time
- Holidays
- Disability Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Direct Deposit
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
