Teacher - Head Start - Edgewood

Maryland Rural Development Corporation•Edgewood, MD

10h•$27 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Maryland Rural Development Corporation (MRDC) is a private non-profit organization that provides services in response to the needs of rural, low-income households and communities. MRDC serves as Caroline, Cecil, and Kent Counties’ official Community Action Agency. The Head Start Teacher develops and implements individual education plans for children, which help them to develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally in a manner appropriate to their stage of development. The teacher works collaboratively with the Site Supervisor and MRDC team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Educations, Elementary Education, or related field
Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks as outlined above
Must pass criminal background check in MD and surrounding states.
Knowledge of early childhood development principles
Strong classroom management skills
Effective communication and teamwork abilities
Cultural competency and the ability to work with diverse families
Position requires significant periods of standing, walking, kneeling, sitting on the floor or crouching and is performed in a typical school environment
May at times require lifting 25lbs – 50lbs

Nice To Haves

At least one year of early childhood classroom teaching experience preferred.
Experience working with children preferred

Responsibilities

Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum for preschool children per guidance from the Education Coordinator, the ECE Specialist, and other leaders, individualizing instruction as necessary
Perform the functions with a understanding of the Head Start Performance Standards
Refer children suspected of having special needs or challenging behavior to appropriate staff
Implement behavior plans and IEPs designed with the team, families, schools, and mental health professionals, putting an emphasis on creating the least restrictive environment possible
Guide and facilitate activities of the children, including: daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom
Cooperate with other staff and classroom groups to maintain the smooth functioning of the center, which at times may require changes to meet the needs of the children
Maintain a comprehensive and ongoing portfolio assessment for each child, including weekly observations in each area, examples of the child's work, and a developmental assessment, completed as per designated procedure
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 implement positive behavior management strategies
Attend training sessions, workshops, and staff meetings to enhance professional skills
Assure that files are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained
Thinks, concentrates, and positively interacts with others
Comes to work promptly every day
Works under stress and meets all deadlines
Performs related work as required or assigned by the Site Supervisor, Director, or Deputy Director