Teacher - Head Start (Greensboro)

Maryland Rural Development Corporation • Harrington, DE

20d • $27 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Head Start Teacher develops and implements individual education plans that support children’s social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development in a manner appropriate to their developmental stage. The teacher works collaboratively with the Site Supervisor and the MRDC team. The position is based in a classroom serving children ages 3–5, with occasional home visits or community engagement activities. It is an eleven-month position, subject to change to meet the needs of the center and MRDC.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in accomplishing the listed duties.
• Must pass criminal background checks in Maryland and surrounding states.
• Knowledge of early childhood development principles.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse families.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Implement developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum, individualizing instruction as needed and following guidance from education leaders.
• 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 the smooth functioning of the center and adapt as needed to children’s needs.
• Maintain an ongoing portfolio assessment for each child, including weekly observations across developmental areas, examples of the child’s work, and a developmental assessment, following 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.
• Perform related work as required or assigned by the Site Supervisor, Director, or Deputy Director.
• Arrive promptly every workday, interact positively with others, work under stress, and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Health care plan (medical, dental, and vision).
• Retirement plan (401(k), IRA).
• Life insurance (basic, voluntary, and AD&D).
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, and public holidays).
• Short-term disability.
• Training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level