Early Head Start CO-TEACHER

Black River Area Development, Corp.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Sick leave

Employer matched 401k

Health insurance after 60 days

Job summary

A community-focused child development center in Virginia is seeking a dedicated educator to promote children's growth through nurturing activities and individualized learning plans. Ideal candidates should have a minimum High School Diploma and relevant experience. Responsibilities include guiding children’s development, implementing educational programs, and engaging with families to foster learning at home. Benefits include sick leave, health insurance, and a 401k plan after 60 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement of High School Diploma and two of the following: CDA credential or Associates degree in early childhood education.
• Ability to read safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Current driver’s license, First Aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Instruct children in activities that promote growth for lifelong success.
• Plan and implement individualized learning experiences.
• Conduct developmental screenings for children.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Child Development Understanding

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Child Development Associate credential

Associates degree in early childhood education

Job description

At the Virginia Atkison Child Development Center, in Corning. Date Posted: April 7, 2026

Job Responsibilities

Summary: Carry out the mission statement of BRAD Child Development Programs: Close the achievement gap by focusing on positive child and family outcomes; resulting in a better future for children, families and communities. Instruct children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for later success in life.

Duties:

Education

• Plan, implement and individualize learning experiences that advance the development of the whole child using the Creative Curriculum in a nurturing, learning environment.
• Improve school readiness for children in literacy and math with classroom experiences that enrich social, cognitive, physical and emotional development utilizing appropriate early childhood education practices.
• Utilize the online Teaching Strategies Gold platform for documenting and assessing each child’s development to ensure that appropriate activities are planned and executed to meet individual needs.
• Maintain an environment that allows children to explore and learn by utilizing lesson plans and creating meaningful experiences.
• Use provided professional development opportunities to grow teaching practices in addition to working with assigned mentor coaches.
• Create a partnership with families that allows for learning opportunities to occur in the home.
• Conduct and document developmental, speech, behavioral, and growth screenings for children.
• Develop an understanding of the assessment tools used to monitor classrooms at the state and federal level.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct parent conferences and home visits.

Health & Safety

• Follow Mandated Reporter protocols in an effort to protect young children from suspected neglect/abuse
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children’s health at all times
• Prioritize the safety of children using active supervision at all times
• Maintain and follow Emergency Healthcare plans for children
• Complete required protocol for health practices with and for children.
• Extend learning opportunities in small groups about health and safety
• Maintain a safe, healthy learning environment through cleaning & sanitation

Family Services/ERSEA

• Serves as the Family Advocate for the four children on assigned caseload.
• Collaborate with families in a partnership that identifies needs, interests, strengths, goals, services and resources that support family well-being
• Encourage attendance and participation in Parent Meetings and Parent Engagement Activities
• Track Volunteer hours for non-federal match
• Encourage parents to read at home and track lending library books
• Recruit and promote regular attendance
• Maintain accurate daily meal count records according to Child Adult Care Food Program
• Assist children and model family style dining (setting the table/ serving)
• Encourage healthy food habits among children.
• Extend learning opportunities at meal times by engaging children in conversation
• Maintain and monitor accurate height/weight charts for all children

Mental Health

• Implement trauma-informed social-emotional curriculum, Conscious Discipline, in the classroom setting.
• Conduct social-emotional assessments per agency regulations.
• Provide positive support in teaching practices with children and families.

Professional Development

• Complete and/or maintain all applicable certifications as required for the position
• Provide guidance to volunteers and other classroom personnel.
• Actively participate in center-based meetings, as applicable.
• Attend workshops and training programs to improve skills, increase awareness and enhance knowledge.
• Participate in cross-training initiatives for various roles to promote a well-rounded understanding of departmental functions.

Requirements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum requirement of High School Diploma and two of the following:

• Child Development Associate credential
• Associates degree or equivalent coursework in early childhood education
• Experience teaching infant/toddler-age children
• Baccalaureate or advanced degree in early childhood education; or Baccalaureate or advanced degree and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Computes accurate numerical reports such as in-kind, mileage forms, and timesheets.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills & Technology

To perform this job successfully, an individual should be willing to advance computer skills as needed for the job.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Current driver’s license, First Aid and CPR certification, & Health Assessment.

Other Skills and Abilities

Skilled at reading aloud to children, using expression and emotion. Skilled at communicating and working with infants, toddlers and adults.

Other Qualifications

Must be able to attend evening classes, or meetings. Must be able to travel out of town to attend meetings or training that involves overnight stay up to one week if necessary. Must be able to work flexible hours and/or overtime if necessary for after-school programs and parent meetings as needed.

Training & Safety Culture

Completion of all required training is mandatory. Employees must consistently adhere to and support the organization’s culture of safety by following safety policies, participating in safety-related training, and contributing to a safe work environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met in order to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

AP/EEO Statement:

BRAD is committed to equal employment opportunity and a discrimination‑free workplace in accordance with all applicable laws.

Schedule

Monday‑Friday 7:30AM – 4:00PM

Benefits

BRAD Child Development Programs offers sick, annual, and holiday pay. Employer Matched 401k. Also eligible for health, dental, vision, and life insurance after 60 days of employment. BRAD requires pre‑employment background checks and drug screening.