Early Childhood Educator & Development Specialist

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Weir (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. seeks an early childhood educator to design and implement classroom activities aligned with curriculum and children’s interests. The role requires constant supervision, safe indoor/outdoor activities, and ensuring no unattended children.

Responsibilities include administering Brigance screenings, developing weekly and bi-weekly lesson plans, maintaining records, observing development, CPI assessments, referrals, attendance, and compliance with Head Start standards.

Qualifications

• Requires supervision of children during all activities, indoors and outdoors.
• Knowledge of early childhood development theory and Head Start practices.
• Experience in childcare or early childhood settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide constant and continuous supervision of children daily during all activities.
• Conduct classroom activities and implement developmentally appropriate lessons.
• Screen assigned children using Brigance (Early Childhood Screen III 3-5) per schedule.
• Develop weekly lesson plans and bi-weekly IEP/ISFP-based plans after screening results.
• Conduct anecdotal observations weekly for each child.
• Administer CPI assessments three times a year.
• Initiate referrals for behavioral concerns or suspected disabilities and follow up until addressed.
• Record attendance daily and report absences to Family Community Worker.
• Maintain clear education records and ensure compliance with regulatory environment.
• Maintain order during activities and enforce positive behavior management.

Skills

Active supervision

Curriculum planning

Child observation

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor's degree in child development

Associate's degree in child development

Job description

Priority Dispatch Corp. seeks an early childhood educator to design and implement classroom activities aligned with curriculum and children’s interests. The role requires constant supervision, safe indoor/outdoor activities, and ensuring no unattended children.

Responsibilities include administering Brigance screenings, developing weekly and bi-weekly lesson plans, maintaining records, observing development, CPI assessments, referrals, attendance, and compliance with Head Start standards.