EHS Teacher @ Moore, Cleveland County (57134)

Crossroadsyfs; Moore (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in children's services is seeking an Early Head Start Teacher to create a nurturing educational environment for young children. The ideal candidate will manage learning activities while encouraging family involvement. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, making this an ideal opportunity for passionate educators looking to make a difference.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance & long-term disability insurance

401(k) savings plan

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays, sick, and vacation/school breaks

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in early childhood education or related field with six classes in ECE or CD.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License with acceptable liability insurance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage a warm and challenging learning environment for children.
• Incorporate developmentally appropriate learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Facilitate family involvement in program services.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Analytical

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in early childhood education

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Moore Head Start/ Early Head Start - Moore, OK

Salary Range: $15.01 - $21.87 Hourly

Early Head Start Teacher

Crossroads Youth & Family Services, Inc. is seeking Early Head Start Teachers for its Moore location in Cleveland County.The Early Head Start Teacher is responsible for creating and managing an attractive, warm, and challenging learning environment for young children, incorporating developmentally appropriate learning activities which meet the needs of the group as well as those of individual children.

Here is your chance to make a difference in a child’s life, to help families, and to build relationships while working in a fun, challenging environment that fosters teamwork, encourages leadership, and inspires professional excellence.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit plans with some employer paid contributions

• Life insurance & long term disability insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Tuition assistance

• Paid holidays, sick, and vacation/school breaks

Education Experience License and Knowledge

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in early childhood education, Child Development or related degree with six (6) class in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Childhood Development (CD); OR
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent

License:

• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and have access to a motor vehicle with acceptable liability insurance
• CPR certified (preferred)

Knowledge:

• Must be computer literate and have accurate typing skills as well as the ability to operate a variety of office equipment;
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, problem-solving, interpersonal and analytical skills required;
• Community resources, methods and practices of health and safety precautions, providing age-appropriate education services and facilitating family involvement in program services;
• Ability to comply with Head Start Performance Standards.

Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements:

It is the policy of Crossroads Youth & Family Services, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or handicap. Persons of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The conditions here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen and tuberculosis test. A Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation background check is required. Must be found to be free from any physical, mental or emotional conditions, determined by a qualified physician and/or psychologist, which with or without accommodation might affect the ability of the employee to perform essential job functions. The position may require prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. Additionally, the position requires lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling up to 50lbs.

This classification is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may be required to perform other reasonable duties as assigned by management. Crossroads Youth & Family Services, Inc. reserves the right to revise or change classification duties and responsibilities as the need arises and consistent with the Head Start / Early Head StartPolicies and Procedures Policy manual.