Teacher - Head Start (Greensboro)

Maryland Rural Development Corporation•Greensboro, MD

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About The Position

The Head Start Teacher develops and implements individualized education plans to support children’s social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development in ways appropriate to their developmental stage. The teacher collaborates with the Site Supervisor and the Maryland Rural Development Corporation (MRDC) team to provide classroom instruction and support for children ages 3–5. This is an eleven-month position, subject to change to meet the needs of the center and MRDC.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
Demonstrated success in accomplishing the listed duties.
Must pass a criminal background check 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.

Nice To Haves

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

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.
Cooperate with other staff and classroom groups to support smooth center operations, adapting as needed to children’s needs.
Maintain a comprehensive, ongoing portfolio assessment for each child, including weekly observations in each area, examples of the child’s work, 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.
Work promptly, think and concentrate, interact positively with others, work under stress, and meet deadlines.
Perform related duties as required or assigned by the Site Supervisor, Director, or Deputy Director.