Head Start Teacher

NORTHERN KENTUCKY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION INC; Newport (TN); On-site; USD 23,432 - 29,976; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

NORTHERN KENTUCKY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION INC is seeking an EHS Infant/Toddler Teacher at Newport Head Start in Newport, KY. This full-time position reports to the Site Administrator and involves delivering quality early education services to children and families in accordance with Head Start standards.

The role requires an associate degree or BA in Early Childhood Education, with prior infant/toddler classroom experience and strong collaboration with staff, families, and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Prefer a minimum of an Associate degree in a related field with a minimum of three years of program experience, or a BA Degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Relevant experience with infant/toddler children or related background.
• Ability to problem-solve, handle crises, and work with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in teaching young children in Head Start or similar environments.
• Ability to work with people of diverse and varying socio-economic backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with all components of the program.
• Maintain confidentiality of staff and clients.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Participate in annual self‑assessment.
• Attend staff meetings and training as required.
• Follow established child abuse reporting requirements.
• Assist in recruiting and training parent and community volunteers.
• Assist in securing in‑kind donations to match the required non‑Federal share amount for the program year.
• Oversee all record‑keeping pertaining to children and the classroom.
• Assist in coordinating curriculum development, classroom management, and teaching training program.
• Gear the program to the needs of the individual child with concerns for the child’s interests, disabilities, special talents, and individual style.
• Assist in planning and completing weekly lesson plans for the classroom.
• Assist in diapering, toileting, and hand washing of children.
• Help each child to become aware of his/her role as an integral member of a group.
• Share responsibility with other classroom teachers to complete housekeeping tasks weekly.
• Assist in scheduling and conducting Parent/Teacher Conferences 2 times a year.
• Complete two home visits a year with the child and family/guardian.
• Complete the required assessments and screenings within the appropriate time frames.

Skills

Problem solving

Crisis management

Cultural competency

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in related field

BA Degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Teaching Strategies Gold

Child Plus

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Newport Head Start - Newport, KY 41071
Position Type: Full Time
Position Title: EHS INFANT/TODDLER TEACHER

Reports To: Site Administrator

Hourly Wage: $18.20-21.76 (FSLA Classification: Non-Exempt), $17.01 to $20.73 (Hourly rate)

Sign On Bonus: $1000

General Responsibilities

Operate in compliance with policies and procedures established by NKCAC Head Start and federal program standards to promote and provide quality service delivery to children, families, and the community.

Specific Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with all components of the program.
• Maintain confidentiality of staff and clients.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Participate in annual self‑assessment.
• Attend staff meetings and training as required.
• Follow established child abuse reporting requirements.
• Assist in recruiting and training parent and community volunteers.
• Assist in securing in‑kind donations to match the required non‑Federal share amount for the program year.
• Perform any other work‑related task deemed necessary by the direct supervisor.
• Oversee all record‑keeping pertaining to children and the classroom.
• Assist in coordinating curriculum development, classroom management, and teaching training program.
• Gear the program to the needs of the individual child with concerns for the child’s interests, disabilities, special talents, and individual style and pace of learning.
• Assist in planning and completing weekly lesson plans for the classroom.
• Assist in diapering, toileting, and hand washing of children.
• Help each child to become aware of his/her role as an integral member of a group.
• Assist in planning the arrangement, appearance, décor, and learning environment of the classroom.
• Share responsibility with other classroom teachers to complete housekeeping responsibilities (wash toys, straighten shelves, clean shelves, etc.) on a weekly basis.
• Assist in scheduling and conducting Parent/Teacher Conferences 2 times a year.
• Complete two home visits a year with the child and family/guardian.
• Complete the required assessments and screenings within the appropriate time frames to meet requirements.
• Understand and have a working knowledge of Teaching Strategies Gold, Child Plus, and complete online assessment.
• Provide education and support services to families.
• Assure compliance with all program and grant requirements.

Qualifications

• Prefer a minimum of an Associate degree in a related field with a minimum of three years of program experience, or a BA Degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Relevant experience with infant/toddler children or related background.
• Capacity to problem‑solve, handle a crisis, and work with families and children of various cultures from low‑income backgrounds.
• Experience in teaching young children in a Head Start classroom and/or similar environment.
• Ability to work with people of diverse and varying socio‑economic backgrounds.

Physical Requirements

• Must have ability to stand/walk/run after young children 100% of the time.
• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs. up to 80% of the time.

Equal Opportunity: NKCAC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We strongly encourage people of Color, people with disabilities, women, bilingual people, and former or current recipients of public assistance to apply for available positions.

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