Early Head Start Teacher

Community-Action-of-South-Mississippi; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action of South Mississippi is seeking an Early Head Start Teacher in Pascagoula, MS. The role focuses on supporting the development of infants and toddlers, ensuring safety, and engaging families in Head Start activities.

The ideal candidate holds an AA in Early Childhood Development or a CDA, with at least 6 months of experience in a daycare setting. Excellent communication and a strong service mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Development or a CDA required.
• Minimum 6 months of experience with infants and toddlers in a daycare setting.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and supervise active children.
• Must possess excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of Head Start children while ensuring safety and welfare.
• Encourage family engagement in all aspects of the program and comply with Head Start standards and policies.
• Supervise children at all times and respond to emergencies or unpredictable situations as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Keyboard proficiency

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Development

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Job description

Position Overview

The Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher encourages the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of Head Start children and is responsible for their safety and welfare. He/She promotes family engagement in all aspects of the program and meets requirements of Federal Head Start Performance Standards and any local, state and/or agency policies and procedures.

Physical Demands

Work involves frequent movements in the classroom and the facility. Work involves using repetitive motions of the wrists, hands and/or fingers while operating standard office equipment. Must be able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue.

Must be able to lift children weighing 50 pounds or more as it may be required during emergencies or other unusual circumstances. Must be able to perform activities on the floor and outdoors with children, keeping pace with the energy level of the children. Must recognize hazards and dangerous situations and take appropriate action. Must be available to accompany children on field trips and assisting them on/off the bus and crossing the street.

Mental Demands

Must demonstrate good communication and speaking skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must have the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Must have the ability to apply Early Childhood Development (focus on infant/toddler) theory in daily activities, and adapt to the individual needs of children.

Special Demands

Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e. telephone, fax, etc.).

Must have the ability to supervise and monitor children at all times to ensure a safe environment including the physical ability to monitor and move quickly in order to respond to children who are very active and may need restraint or redirection in order to ensure their safety or the safety of others.

Must have a valid drivers’ license and a satisfactory driving record.

Education

Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Development OR a Child Development Associate (CDA) required.

Experience

Must have a minimum of 6 months experience working with infants and toddlers in a daycare setting.