Teacher Part Year -Wapakoneta

COUNCIL ON RURAL SERVICE PROGRAMS INC • Wapakoneta, OH

4d • $15 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Collaborate with the Early Childhood Service Coordinator, Head Teacher, Family Advocate, and families to plan and implement the Head Start educational program for preschool children, preparing them for kindergarten and beyond. The Teacher works with the Head Teacher on daily classroom operations and with children and parents. Duties include preparing the learning environment and materials; supporting daily routines, group activities, outdoor time, and mealtime; maintaining children’s safety and a healthy, sanitary, organized classroom; and helping plan activities that reflect children’s interests and support individualization and development across domains. The role also assists with developmental screenings and supports family engagement and male involvement activities. At the supervisor’s request, and as part of professional development, the Teacher may complete home visits and participate in planning and parent/teacher conferences.

This is a full-time, part-year hourly position in Wapakoneta, Ohio. The listed wage range is $15.44–$22.09 per hour, with wages based on education. The employer describes itself as a highly rated Step-Up-To-Quality organization and offers professional development resources, including paid educational advancement for motivated individuals. All positions require a background check, drug test, and physical.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with a CDA or equivalent, or agreement to enroll in a CORS-approved and paid accredited Child Development Associate (CDA) program and complete it within two years of the start date.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds, stoop, bend, and reach.
• Valid driver’s license and driving history acceptable to the agency’s insurer.
• Ability to perform extensive organizing, problem solving, record keeping, and time management.
• Must complete a background check, drug test, and physical.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Early Childhood Service Coordinator, Head Teacher, Family Advocate, and families to plan and implement the Head Start educational program.
• Work with the Head Teacher on daily classroom operations involving children and parents.
• Prepare the learning environment and gather necessary materials.
• Support the daily routine, small- and large-group activities, outdoor time, and mealtime activities.
• Ensure children are properly supervised and maintain a safe, healthy, sanitary, and organized learning environment.
• Collaborate with the Head Teacher to develop and implement activities that promote children’s interests, individualization, and skill building across developmental domains.
• Assist with developmental screenings for all children.
• Support center-team planning and implementation of family engagement and male involvement activities throughout the program year.
• When requested by a supervisor and as part of professional development, complete home visits and participate in planning and parent/teacher conferences.

Benefits

• Paid educational advancement and a paid accredited CDA program for eligible employees.
• Generous leave.
• 401(k).
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility.
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits.
• Professional development resources and budget.
• Caring colleagues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED