Early Head Start Teacher: Inspiring Infant & Toddler Growth

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency; Highland Park (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency in Cortland/Highland Park, MI is seeking an early childhood educator to plan and provide educational activities for infants and toddlers. You will develop individual goals for children, assess progress, and partner with parents to ensure smooth transitions into Head Start or other programs.

Responsibilities include applying the High Scope curriculum, planning daily lessons, collaborating with teachers, conducting ongoing assessments, and upholding

Qualifications

• AA degree in Early Childhood/Child Development preferred.
• Two courses in early childhood for infant-toddler age group.
• Second language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan developmentally appropriate activities using High Scope.
• Coordinate daily lessons with individual goals and parent input.
• Collaborate with staff to monitor child progress with assessments.
• Conduct ongoing observations and screenings.
• Ensure health and safety per policies and participate in Safety Committee.
• Communicate with parents and schedule conferences and home visits.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Internet apps

Google technology

Microsoft Office

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

AA in Early Childhood / Child Development

AA in progress within 1 year

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency in Cortland/Highland Park, MI is seeking an early childhood educator to plan and provide educational activities for infants and toddlers. You will develop individual goals for children, assess progress, and partner with parents to ensure smooth transitions into Head Start or other programs.

Responsibilities include applying the High Scope curriculum, planning daily lessons, collaborating with teachers, conducting ongoing assessments, and upholding