Early Head Start Teacher

Austin Community College; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking an Early Head Start Teacher responsible for nurturing children's development and planning educational experiences. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and experience working with young children in a group setting. The position offers a competitive salary based on qualifications, working in a dynamic environment focused on child growth and learning.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in a group setting is required.
• Knowledge of preschool child growth and development.
• Skills in computer applications, including word processing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement learning experiences.
• Guide and facilitate children's activities.
• Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Effective communication

Classroom management

Culturally diverse interactions

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

High School Diploma with a CDA or equivalent

Job description

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Salary

With Infant/Toddler CDA – $20.00 / hour
With Technical Certificate – $21.00 / hour
With AA in ECE - $23.00 / hour
With BS in ECE - $25.00/ hour
With MA -$27.00/hour

FLSA Status

This is a non-exempt position.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:30 am-3:30 pm. This position works 240 days per year, 7.5 hours per day.

Department

Early Learning

Location

This position will be assigned to one of the City\'s Head Start centers: Avondale (Chattanooga), Cedar Hill (Chattanooga), James A Henry (Chattanooga), or Daisy Head Start (Soddy Daisy), but may be required to work another location depending upon program needs.

Summary

Chattanooga Head Start is a grant-funded program, and is subject to reapplication every 5 years. The Early Head Start Teacher will provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions, plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation and use of assessments, and promote children’s progress across the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five and applicable state early learning and development standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate.

Essential Functions

• Participate in Agency training events, center staff meetings, and other training events as required.
• Implement curricula in the classroom with fidelity.
• Work with knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards, State of Tennessee Child Care Licensing Rules and Regulations, and Agency policies and procedures.
• Plan and implement learning experiences that promote all developmental areas, including readiness for school, literacy, phonemic awareness, print, numeric awareness, and language (including English as a second language if applicable).
• Guide and facilitate activities of the children, including daily activities and arranging equipment and materials.
• Eat with and assist children in the development of social and self-help skills and sound nutritional practices.
• Guide children’s acquisition of social skills.
• Work with the co-Teacher and/or Aides to develop and carry out classroom activities.
• Cooperate with other staff to maintain the smooth functioning of the center and adapt as needed to meet the needs of the children.
• Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment, including proper maintenance, cleaning, and storage of equipment, furniture, and supplies.
• Use the playground as an extension of the classroom and ensure playground safety.
• Complete the daily health and environment checklist.
• Assist in implementing, individualizing, and monitoring children’s IEP/IFSP, documenting progress and seeking clarification as needed.
• Provide clear behavioral expectations and use effective methods to prevent and redirect misbehavior.
• Submit required forms and records timely and accurately.
• Assist in transitions and communicate with families about classroom activities, parent meetings, and events; encourage parent participation.
• Participate in the development and implementation of the Professional Development Plan and performance review.
• Ensure documentation and files are complete, accurate, and confidential.
• Must meet regular attendance requirements and maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff and the community.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child & Family Studies preferred
• High School Diploma with a CDA or equivalent certification is required
• Experience working with young children in a group setting

Licensing and Certifications

None

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of: Preschool child growth and development, classroom management, importance of relationships and responsive caregiving, child safety and supervision, experience with young children in a group setting, and working with culturally diverse staff and clients.

Skills in: Successful teamwork, ability to work with a Teacher Assistant and Aide, ability to present a positive image of the organization, ability to plan, organize, and implement position requirements, experience with culturally diverse staff and clients, and effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Proficient use of computer applications, including word processing, data-entry into web-based software, and email.

Physical Demands

Positions are active and may require walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. Must be able to talk and hear, have suitable vision, and adjust focus. Smoking is prohibited on all Agency premises and related locations. Staff may be required to keep a change of clothing if smoking at home.

Work Environment

Medium work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly. This position requires compliance with Head Start Program standards and the ability to supervise children and respond to emergencies.

Special Requirements

• Safety Sensitive: N
• Department of Transportation CDL: N
• Child Sensitive: Y

Supplemental Information

This position is subject to pre-employment screenings, including background check, drug screening, lift test, TB screening or questionnaire, TB skin test (as determined by results), complete physical, Hepatitis B titer, and fingerprinting. Ongoing requirements include annual or bi-annual reexaminations and five-year fingerprint clearance.

The City of Chattanooga, Tennessee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.