Teacher

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

37d

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.
Pre-employment, random, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.
Work requires moderate physical effort and the ability to raise pre-school children and or up to 50 lbs. Unassisted. People who work with children are expected to participate fully in a program for active youngsters.
This includes lifting young children, getting up and down from the floor, lively outdoor activities, and 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.