Teacher - Head Start (Aberdeen)

Maryland Rural Development Corporation•Port Deposit, MD

5d•$27 - $30•Onsite

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. This is an eleven-month position, subject to change to meet the demands of the center and MRDC. The position is based in a classroom setting serving children ages 3–5, with occasional home visits or community engagement activities. Compensation is based on education and experience, at $26.54–$30.38 per hour.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
Demonstrated success in accomplishing the listed job tasks.
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 the ability to work with diverse families.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Implement developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum based on guidance from the Education Coordinator, ECE Specialist, and other leaders, individualizing instruction as needed.
Perform the role 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 staff and classroom groups to maintain smooth center operations, adjusting as needed to meet 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 completed according to 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, and interact positively with others; arrive promptly every day; work under stress; and meet deadlines.
Perform related work as required or assigned by the Site Supervisor, Director, or Deputy Director.