Teacher

SOUTHERN MARYLAND TRI-COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE INC • White Plains, MD

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About The Position

The Teacher is responsible for delivering a high-quality early childhood education program for children ages 3–5 in alignment with Head Start Performance Standards. This position involves planning and implementing developmentally appropriate, multicultural curriculum; supervising classroom staff and volunteers; and fostering meaningful family engagement. The Teacher ensures a safe, inviting learning environment and collaborates with specialists to support children with disabilities or behavioral concerns. The Teacher reports directly to the Assistant Director of Educational Services and is accountable for the satisfactory performance of all essential job functions.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in child development, Early Childhood Education, or related field.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other software applications for data retrieval, spreadsheet creation, and reporting.
• Must always maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate effectively, appropriately, and professionally in both written and verbal formats with coworkers, supervisors, customers, and vendors.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• State and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Check.
• National Sex Offender Public Registry Check.
• Physical examination and Tuberculin PPD Tine Test at hire and annually (or as required by physician).
• Pre-employment, random, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to lift preschool children or up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Active participation in programs for young children
• Tasks include: Lifting children Getting up and down from the floor Engaging in lively outdoor activities Moving furniture

Nice To Haves

• Two years of supervised experience in a licensed early childhood program.

Responsibilities

• Create and Maintain a Safe, Developmentally Appropriate Learning Environment.
• Develop and Implement a Multicultural Curriculum.
• Individualized Child Planning and Assessment.
• Support Children with Disabilities and Behavioral Concerns.
• Family Engagement
• Professional Development
• Documentation and Compliance
• Maintain a clean, organized, and clutter-free classroom.
• Adhere to Head Start Program Performance Standards, agency attendance, and dress code policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree