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

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking an Early Head Start Teacher to contribute to planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate educational program for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in Baltimore. You will assess child development, set individualized goals, and coordinate with leadership to ensure high-quality services.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1 year of related experience, and Maryland child care certifications (CDA preferred within 6 months).

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1 year of progressive, related experience (required).
• Microsoft Word and Outlook software (required).
• 90-hour Child Care Certification and 4-hour Infant/Toddler Certification - Maryland State Department of Education (required, CDA within 6 months of hire).
• CPR and First Aid Certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assesses development of children and sets goals for their development, plans individualized curriculum to help children meet goals.
• Assists with coaching and guidance to ensure inclusion of children with special needs in regular classroom activities.
• Oversees health, safety, and well-being of all center-based children.
• Documents children’s growth using written observations, photography, work samples, and assessment tools.
• Reports to the Child Development Specialist, Lead Teacher and/or leadership team regarding programming.

Skills

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 and safety

Documentation

Written observations

Escalate issues appropriately

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

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

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're 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 insurance, 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.

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