EHS Assistant Toddler Teacher

Self Help Inc; Brockton (MA); Presencial; USD 26.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical

Dental

Vision

LTD

FSA

403B

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Self Help Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Toddler Teacher to join our Early Head Start team in southeastern Massachusetts.

You will assist the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing a high-quality, developmentally appropriate program for infants and toddlers, aligned with Head Start standards. You will work collaboratively with EHS staff to ensure school readiness goals are met and families are supported through accurate record-keeping and ongoing communication.

Formación

• Experience working with toddlers in a professional setting.
• High School Diploma; CDA/Associates/Bachelors preferred.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Responsabilidades

• Comply with Head Start/Early Head Start standards and policies.
• Assist Lead Teacher with planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Plan weekly lesson plans using Teaching Strategies Gold as directed.
• Support classroom safety and positive behavior guidance.
• Individualize activities to meet each child’s developmental needs.
• Collaborate with EHS team and family members.
• Maintain attendance records and program documentation.
• Contribute to a trauma-informed classroom with the EHS team.

Conocimientos

Toddler care experience

Team collaboration

Classroom setup

Child development knowledge

Bilingual encouraged

Educación

High School Diploma

CDA/Associates/Bachelors preferred

Descripción del empleo

Description

Self Help Inc. is currently looking for an enthusiastic, passionate Assistant Toddler Teacher to join our team.

Agency Profile

Self Help, Inc. is a nonprofit Community Action Agency (CAA) created to help families and individuals stabilize and secure their lives through education, strategic assistance, and building opportunities in their communities. We provide a range of services for families and households across southeastern Massachusetts.

Job Summary

The Early Head Start (EHS) Assistant Toddler Teacher is a crucial support position, responsible for assisting the Teacher in planning and implementing a high-quality, developmentally appropriate education program for infants and toddlers (typically birth to three years old) within the EHS framework. This role helps ensure the classroom meets the comprehensive needs of the children and their families, adhering to Head Start Performance Standards and program policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Comply with all Head Start/Early Head Start standards and program policies and procedures, EEC regulations, Classroom Assessment and Scoring System (CLASS), Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ITERS), and National Association of the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation.
• Engage in all activities supporting the daily operations of the classroom including, but not limited to classroom setup of activities, classroom cleaning, and classroom maintenance and rotation of toys.
• Assist Lead teacher and teacher with all aspects of planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate, child-focused curriculum to ensure School Readiness Goals are met.
• Assist in planning, creating, and implementing weekly lesson plans in Teaching Strategies Gold at the discretion of the Lead Teacher.
• Implement positive redirection and behavior guidance ensuring all children have a safe and healthy learning environment.
• Individualize experiences, activities, learning opportunities, and strategies to meet each child’s individual developmental needs within the classroom.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including the classroom teaching staff, EHS specialist, mental health, family advocate, education/disabilities specialists, and nursing and nutrition staff.
• Maintain a working knowledge of EEC/Head Start/Early Head Start policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Build positive relationships with families and parents, maintaining accurate, up-to-date records of all parent/teacher communication.
• Maintain an accurate count of the children in attendance using the attendance sheet with name-to-face recognition in accordance with program policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the Early Head Start Mental Health Specialist and other members of the EHS Team to create a trauma informed classroom.
• Provide coverage and support to other classrooms in the building as needed.

Other Requirements

• Must pass a criminal background check and other required clearances
• Must have or be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification
• Must meet the physical requirements of the position, including the ability to lift 50 pounds and carry young children, bend, stoop, and actively engage with children
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required
• Ability to participate in fine and gross motor skills including but not limited to, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, extending, and reaching to engage with children at eye level and to play with children on the floor.
• Ability to provide cleaning of the classroom.
• Assist in the bringing of toys on and off the playground.

Schedule

Monday-Friday

Hourly Rate: $19-$22

Knowledge, Skills and abilities

• Participate in classroom Team planning meetings with the EHS Specialist as well as other members of the EHS Team to develop classroom planning and experiences.
• Engage in monthly planning/coaching meetings with the EHS Specialist to develop professional goals and discuss classroom experiences.
• Maintain and annually renew EEC Professional Qualifications Registry and complete the required training hours.
• Complete annual Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP) according to program policy.
• Maintain all required licenses and certification in accordance with program policies and procedures.
• Attend all monthly building, staff, and professional development meetings in accordance with EEC, Office of Head Start, and Self Help, Inc.
• Act in a professional manner representing Self Help Inc. Head Start/EHS, demonstrating a positive outlook, working well with others, and a willingness to engage in a solution-focused approach to working with parents and children.
• Willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
• Flexibility to adjust work schedule to accommodate and participate in agency events
• and activities in support of the program.

Education & Experience

• Experience working with toddlers in a professional capacity. Classroom experience preferred.
• High School Diploma. Willingness to enroll in a program that will lead to a CDA or Associates/Bachelors degree
• Infant/Toddler EEC license preferred, but not required.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.
• Car and valid driver's license required.
• Former and current Head Start/EHS parents encouraged to apply.

Self Help Inc offers a comprehensive employee benefits package:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• LTD
• FSA
• 403B
• Vacation Time
• Optional Time
• Sick Time
• Holidays
• Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Direct Deposit

Self Help, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required. Its contents imply no contractual obligation and may be changed by the agency at any time.