Teacher - Head Start (Greensboro)
About The Position
The Head Start Teacher develops and implements individual education plans to support children’s social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development in ways appropriate to their developmental stage. The teacher works collaboratively with the Site Supervisor and the MRDC team and implements developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum, adapting instruction to individual needs. The position is an eleven-month role, subject to change to meet the demands of the center and MRDC. The classroom serves children ages 3–5, and work may also involve occasional home visits or community engagement activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- Demonstrated success in accomplishing the listed duties.
- Must pass criminal background checks in Maryland and surrounding states.
- Knowledge of early childhood development principles.
- Strong classroom management skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse families.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including periods of standing, walking, kneeling, sitting on the floor, crouching, and occasional lifting of 25–50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of early childhood classroom teaching experience.
- Experience working with children.
Responsibilities
- Implement developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum, individualizing instruction as needed and following guidance from the Education Coordinator, ECE Specialist, and other leaders.
- Perform duties with an understanding of Head Start Performance Standards.
- Refer children suspected of having special needs or challenging behavior to appropriate staff.
- Implement behavior plans and IEPs developed with the team, families, schools, and mental health professionals, emphasizing the least restrictive environment possible.
- Guide and facilitate children’s activities, including daily activities and field trips, and select and arrange classroom equipment and materials.
- Work cooperatively with staff and classroom groups to support the smooth functioning of the center, adapting as needed to children’s needs.
- Maintain a comprehensive, ongoing portfolio assessment for each child, including weekly observations in each area, work samples, and a developmental assessment, following designated procedures.
- Foster a positive learning atmosphere that encourages creativity, curiosity, and exploration.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.
- Supervise children at all times and use positive behavior management strategies.
- Attend training sessions, workshops, and staff meetings to enhance professional skills.
- Ensure files are complete, accurate, and maintained confidentially.
- Think, concentrate, interact positively with others, arrive promptly each day, work under stress, and meet deadlines.
- Perform related work as required or assigned by the Site Supervisor, Director, or Deputy Director.
Benefits
- Health care plan (medical, dental, and vision).
- Retirement plan (401k, IRA).
- Life insurance (basic, voluntary, and AD&D).
- Paid time off (vacation, sick, and public holidays).
- Short-term disability.
- Training and development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
