Lead Toddler Teacher

Tri-County Community Action Agency•South Kingstown, RI

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Oversee the daily operations of an Early Head Start classroom and to provide the children with an educational program that is conducive to optimal development.

Requirements

Associates Degree Early Childhood Education (preferred) or Infant/Toddler CDA
Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards certificate (preferred)
Applicants must be skilled in building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
Experience is a must
Demonstrate an understanding of everyone’s experiences, every day
Ensuring the delivery of services that recognizes and respects that every moment matters

Responsibilities

Be knowledgeable about developmentally appropriate practices
Planning according to the individual needs of each child
Completing education paperwork
Conducting developmental on-line assessments
Conducting observations of children daily
Encouraging family engagement in the program
Conducting education home visits
Maintaining a safe and healthy environment
Providing “Responsive Caregiving” to all children
Promoting the school readiness of children and families in the program

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
403b Savings Plan/Pension with an Agency match
Vacation time
Sick time
Holiday time
Access to Agency-sponsored EAP services for employees and their families
Many training opportunities are available that include, but are not limited to various educational experiences, certificate programs, CPR and First Aid training as well as ongoing occasions for additional learning
Qualified entity for employees to access loan repayment opportunities