Early Head Start ECE Teacher for Infants & Toddlers

Clover New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Clover New Orleans is seeking a Teacher to provide leadership to Teacher Aides, foster grandparents, and volunteers, guiding a child development program in line with Early Head Start principles. You will model positive behavior, supervise children from 6 weeks to 2 years, plan developmentally appropriate activities, and partner with families to support each child's growth.

The position requires a CDA or AA in Early Childhood Education and at least one year of relevant experience; strong teamwork

Qualifications

• Warm personality and ability to respond to infants' and children's needs.
• Understanding of poverty, oppression, racism, sexism, ageism and other forms of prejudice.
• Philosophy aligned with Clover’s goals, using a strengths-based approach.
• Ability to work holistically as part of a team with staff and families.
• Respects privacy and confidentiality of program participants.
• Meets deadlines; well organized with strong time management.
• Adheres to agency policies and procedures.
• CDA or AA in Early Childhood Education and one year experience with ages 6 weeks to 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Engages and interacts with children using rich language and literary material.
• Plans and implements developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Aids children in potty training and maintains clean, safe environments.
• Encourages families’ involvement in the Early Head Start program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Provides leadership to Teacher Aides, foster grandparents, and volunteers.

Skills

Warm personality

Cultural awareness

Team player

Time management

Confidentiality

Policy adherence

Deadline driven

Education

CDA or AA in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Clover New Orleans is seeking a Teacher to provide leadership to Teacher Aides, foster grandparents, and volunteers, guiding a child development program in line with Early Head Start principles. You will model positive behavior, supervise children from 6 weeks to 2 years, plan developmentally appropriate activities, and partner with families to support each child's growth.

The position requires a CDA or AA in Early Childhood Education and at least one year of relevant experience; strong teamwork