Head Start)-Jackson

Cape Community Association for Pre-School•Livermore, CA

18d•$28

About The Position

CAPE, Inc. headquarters is in Livermore, and provides early childhood education services (Head Start and Early Head Start preschool programs) in Livermore, Dublin, Pleasanton, and Hayward areas. CAPE offers a cohesive environment for passionate people who want to make a significant contribution to early childhood education, social/emotional development and early childhood mental health. Position Overview (1 open position): Part time, Floater, 9am-1pm, 12 months The Teacher works with children individually, and in small and large groups as part of the cooperative classroom team, assisting them in building confidence and increasing self-esteem.

Requirements

BA or AA degree in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Development or a BA/AA in another field with 30 units in ECE/ECD preferred
3 units in Infant Toddler (required)
California Teacher Permit
Possession of a valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation and valid vehicle insurance
Ability to work within the philosophy of the CAPE program
Effective communication skills – both oral and written
Analytical and organizational skills
Teamwork/Effective interpersonal relationship with co-workers
Professionalism; flexibility
Comprehension of job-related responsibilities
Detail-oriented; Customer service oriented

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a Head Start or State Preschool program
Bi-lingual skills; especially Spanish/English; Farsi/English

Responsibilities

Carry out the goals, policies, procedures and activities designed to implement CAPE, Inc. educational objectives, Head Start Performance Standards and CDE Regulations
Implement and plan a developmentally appropriate, emergent, anti-bias curriculum, obtaining input from parents and other staff which includes aspects of all relevant Head Start State Preschool components
In collaboration with other staff and parents, develop and prepare lesson plans
Conduct effective circle time
Maintain a stimulating developmentally appropriate classroom environment
Conduct assessments on all children; develop individual development plan for all children; conduct and record ongoing observations of children
Participate in evaluation sessions to review children’s progress and needs, and revise and update curriculum
Compile and maintain a portfolio to demonstrate growth and development of skills for each child
Adhere to child abuse reporting requirements
Ensure that children with exceptional needs are fully included in all program activities
Conduct home visits for Head Start and EHS children (minimum twice yearly)
Maintain effective and professional relationships with enrolled families
Encourage parent involvement in all phases of the program
Meet food handling and safety requirements
Ensure that snacks and meals are served “family style” with an adult seated at the table with children
Ensure proper storage of food on daily and weekly basis
Diapering and toileting children (0-3 years old)
Maintenance and upkeep of the classroom, the children, and the site
Effective classroom management
Observance and application of safety practices always