Co-Teacher

DOUGLASS COMMUNITY SERVICES INC; Shelbina (MO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

DOUGLASS COMMUNITY SERVICES INC in Shelbina, Missouri is seeking a dedicated Co-Teacher to join their Early Head Start team. In this role, you will create engaging learning experiences for infants and toddlers while collaborating with staff to support children's development and families.

With competitive pay based on qualifications and a strong commitment to work-life balance, this full-time position offers exceptional benefits including health insurance, generous PTO, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• CDA required within 18 months of hire.
• 1-3 years of experience with young children preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children.
• Support children's development in various areas.
• Assist in planning developmentally appropriate lessons.
• Build positive relationships with families.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to write lesson plans

Computer proficiency

Initiative and judgment

Education

Infant/Toddler CDA

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Help Shape Bright Futures

Do you have a passion for early childhood education and a desire to support infants and toddlers during their most important stages of development? Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can help children grow while supporting families and building strong classroom partnerships?

Join our Early Head Start team and become part of a caring, collaborative classroom environment where every child is supported to reach their fullest potential. As a Co-Teacher, you will work alongside teaching staff to create safe, nurturing, and engaging learning experiences that promote growth in all developmental areas.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive Pay (Level 25)
  • $17.72/hour with Infant/Toddler CDA
  • $19.49/hour with Associate Degree
  • $21.44/hour with Bachelor's Degree
• Outstanding Work-Life Balance
  • Full-time schedule: 40 hours per week, 49 weeks per year
  • No evenings, weekends, or overtime required
  • Paid winter/holiday break
• Exceptional Benefits
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • FREE life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 14 paid holidays annually
  • Paid inclement weather days
  • Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities

What You'll Do

• Ensuring a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for infants and toddlers
• Supporting children's physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development
• Assisting in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans
• Working collaboratively with the Lead Teacher and classroom staff to manage daily activities
• Supporting individualized learning experiences based on each child's strengths and needs
• Building positive relationships with families to encourage engagement in their child's learning
• Incorporating health, nutrition, and self-care routines into daily classroom activities
• Completing required documentation, assessments, and computer-based data entry accurately and on time
• Supporting developmental, behavioral, and health screenings and follow-up services
• Making appropriate referrals to community agencies when needed to support children and families
• Maintaining ongoing communication with families, staff, supervisors, and service providers
• Following confidentiality standards and program policies at all times

What We're Looking For

• Infant/Toddler CDA required within 18 months of hire
• Associate's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education preferred (or related field with relevant experience/credentials per Head Start requirements)
• 1-3 years of experience working with young children highly preferred
• Ability to successfully complete Teaching Strategies GOLD Inter-Rater Reliability Certification within 6 months of hire
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to write and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans
• Computer proficiency, including data entry and word processing
• CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain and maintain)
• Reliable transportation required
• Ability to take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and work effectively as part of a team
• Strong commitment to confidentiality and professional ethics

The above description is not a comprehensive listing of all job specific responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Douglass Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and Drug-Free Workplace.