Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher I - Bon Secours Community Works

Mercy Health; Baltimore (MD); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay

Incentives and referral bonuses

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical/dental/vision and life insur.:

Résumé du poste

Bon Secours is seeking an Early Head Start Teacher to plan and implement a developmentally appropriate program for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. The role includes documenting growth, upholding health and safety protocols, and collaborating with leadership to support child development.

The position requires a high school diploma and 1 year of related experience, plus Maryland child care certifications or CDA within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• CDA or related credential within 6 months of hire is preferred.
• Experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers is valued.

Responsabilités

• Assesses development and sets goals; plans individualized curriculum.
• Coaches for inclusion of children with special needs.
• Works with infant/toddler age groups independently.
• Oversees health, safety and well-being of center-based children.
• Adheres to safe sleep, health and safety protocols.
• Documents growth with observations, samples, and assessments.

Connaissances

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Active listening

Relationship building

Planning and implementation

Assessment

Goal setting

Coaching and guidance

Work independently

Work with infants/toddlers

Safe sleep/health/safety protocols

Documentation

Written observations

Escalate issues appropriately

Formation

High school diploma (required)

CDA/Child Development Associate credential (within 6 months of hire)

Outils

Microsoft Word

Outlook software

Description du poste

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher will contribute to the planning and implementation of a developmentally appropriate educational program that will provide children comprehensive quality services that meet the individual needs of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers being served.

Essential Job Functions

• Assesses development of children and sets goals for their development, plans individualized curriculum to help children meet goals
• Assists with providing coaching and guidance to ensure the successful inclusion of children with special needs in regular classroom activities
• Exhibits an ability to work independently and effectively with all infant and toddler age groups
• Oversees the health, safety, and well-being of all center-based children
• Adheres to safe sleep, health, and safety protocols
• Documents children’s growth and development using written observations, photography, work samples, and assessment tools in hard copy and online database systems
• Reports directly to the Child Development Specialist, Lead Teacher and/or a member of the leadership team concerning the Child Development Programming and other job responsibilities

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

• 90 - hour Child Care Certification and 4 - hour Infant/Toddler Certification - Maryland State Department of Education (required, Child Development Associate credential - CDA within 6 months of hire date)
• CPR and First Aid Certification (preferred)
• Shaken Baby Syndrome Certification (preferred)
• Child Abuse and Neglect Certification (preferred)
• Support in Breastfeeding (preferred)
• 9- hour Communication - Maryland State Department of Education (preferred)
• Teaching Strategies GOLD assessments (preferred)
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Infant/Toddler Certification (preferred)

Education

• High school diploma (required)

Work Experience

• 1 year of progressive, related experience (required)

Training

• Microsoft Word and Outlook software (required)

Skills

• __Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Teamwork
• Active listening
• Relationship building
• Microsoft Word
• Outlook software
• Planning and implementation
• Assessment
• Goal setting
• Coaching and guidance
• Work independently
• Work with infants/toddlers
• Safe sleep, health and safety protocols
• Documentation
• Written observations
• Escalate issues appropriately

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours associate, you are part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts

• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

EHS - Child Care Partnership Grant

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health- Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affiant, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].