Full Time Teacher l at San Andreas Early Head Start

trcac; San Andreas (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Resource Connection of Amador & Calaveras Counties, Inc. is hiring a Full-Time Early Head Start Teacher 1 in San Andreas.

You will implement an age-appropriate curriculum for infants and toddlers, creating stimulating environments that support physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. As part of a collaborative team, you will ensure health, safety, and licensing compliance while partnering with families and staff to deliver high-quality early education at two center locations

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children.
• Must obtain the Child Development Associate Teacher permit within six months of hire.
• Requires 12 ECE units, including 6 units focused on infant and toddler development.
• California Health and Safety Certificate required; CPR and First Aid within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide an educational program for children aged 0–3 following Head Start standards.
• Create engaging indoor/outdoor activities to support physical, social, emotional, and educational growth.
• Supervise children and ensure health, safety, and Community Care Licensing compliance.
• Collaborate with a two-center team in San Andreas to deliver consistent instruction.

Skills

Early childhood experience

Infant/toddler care

Child development

Education

12 ECE units (core + 6 infant/toddler)

CDA permit

California Health & Safety Certificate

CPR & First Aid Certification

Job description

Join our dedicated team as a Full-Time Teacher for Early Head Start (EHS) in San Andreas! Immerse yourself in a rewarding environment where your passion for fostering early childhood development can truly shine. At The Resource Connection of Amador & Calaveras Counties, Inc., you will make a significant impact on the lives of young children and their families, all while collaborating with like-minded professionals who value excellence and integrity. This onsite position offers a competitive pay range of $16.90 to $18.50 per hour, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally.

You will be provided great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, and Paid Time Off. Don't miss the chance to be part of a mission-driven organization that prioritizes safety and community well-being.

Your day to day as a Teacher Early Head Start EHS

As an Early Head Start Teacher 1, you will be immersed in a dynamic classroom setting, working with infants and toddlers alongside a collaborative team at one of our two centers in San Andreas. Your role will involve providing a comprehensive educational program for children aged 0 to 3 years, creating engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments that foster physical, social, emotional, and educational growth. With a commitment to implementing age-appropriate curriculum aligned with Head Start's standards, you will actively supervise and engage with the children, bringing energy and enthusiasm to every activity.

Flexibility is key as you partner with diverse staff, children, and families, all while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and Community Care Licensing requirements. Valuing dignity, respect, and integrity, you will contribute to a nurturing atmosphere where you and your colleagues support each other and the families we serve. Punctuality and reliability are essential in maintaining a professional and effective learning environment.

Does this sound like you?

To excel as an Early Head Start Teacher 1, a range of skills and qualifications are essential. Experience working with young children is a prerequisite, along with a Child Development Associate Teacher permit that must be obtained within six months of hire. Candidates should have completed 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) units, including core courses, with at least 6 units focused on infant and toddler development.

A California Health and Safety Certificate is also necessary, along with certification in CPR and First Aid, which should be obtained within six months of employment. Furthermore, you must meet health screening requirements, providing proof of a current negative TB test and immunizations mandated by Community Care Licensing, including measles, pertussis/Dtap, and a current influenza shot. Lastly, a valid California Driver's License and proof of current automobile insurance coverage are required to ensure safe transportation as part of your responsibilities.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Some experience working with young children
• Child Development Associate Teacher permit required within six months of hire
• 12 ECE units
• including core courses. 6 units must be infant/toddler focus
• California Health and Safety Certificate
• CPR and First Aid (required within six months of hire)
• Health screening
• proof of current negative TB test
• immunizations required by Community Care Licensing (measles, pertussis/Dtap) and current influenza shot.
• Valid California Driver's License and proof of current automobile insurance coverage

The Resource Connection is an Equal Opportunity Employer/ADA