Teacher- Redding/ Anderson Area

Shasta Head Start Child Development • Redding, CA

4d • $29 - $34

About The Position

We are currently looking for a Teacher with a proven track record of child development, education, and leadership experience. If you enjoy building relationships, hard work and innovation, providing excellence, and want to have fun with your fellow employees, you may be who we are looking for. Under the direct supervision of the Head Teacher or Site Supervisor, the Teacher will provide day-to-day care to children in a Head Start classroom using SHS developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessment, and by building responsive relationships with children and families.

Requirements

• AA degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, including core ECE units: Human/Child Development (3 units); Family, Child and Community (3 units); and Program/Curriculum (3 units).
• One year related experience.
• Must have and maintain current EMSA First Aid and CPR
• Ability to obtain Child Development Permit within one year of hire date
• Ability to write reports/correspondence and read/interpret documents
• Ability to perform basic math; to compute rate, ratio, and percent; and to draw and interpret bar graphs
• Ability to organize documents accurately and to write using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Ability to speak effectively to groups of parents, staff, and community members
• Ability to supervise and manage staff efficiently and effectively within the guidelines of Shasta Head Start policies and mandates
• Must have or obtain a Child Development Matrix Permit at the Associate Teacher level or higher within one year of hire date.
• Must maintain Child Development permit until desired education obtained
• Must have and maintain current EMSA First Aid/CPR
• Valid California Driver License and clean DMV record
• Criminal background check required
• Pre-employment Strength Assessment
• Pre-employment TB test
• Up to date records of pertussis, measles, and influenza vaccines

Nice To Haves

• BA degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, including 6 ECE classes (2-3 units each) with core ECE units: Human/Child Development (3 units); Family, Child and Community (3 units); and Program/Curriculum (3 units) desired
• Two years related experience desired

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor in maintaining a safe, clean, and healthy work environment
• Assist in the compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, federal and state regulations, and Community Care Licensing requirements
• Assist in the implementation of Shasta Head Start written curriculum plan
• Assist in the planning and implementation of Shasta Head Start developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessments for the classroom
• Assist in the supervision and management of children in the classroom in order to ensure a safe, clean, and healthy learning environment
• Conduct home visits for center children in accordance with Head Start performance standards
• On-going professional development through education, training, and resources
• Maintain professional and ethical standards

Benefits

• Employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 15 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) to eligible employees after one year
• Extensive training opportunities

What This Job Offers

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