Head Start Preschool Teacher — Empower Kids & Growth

Maryland Rural Development Corporation; Aberdeen (MD); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &

Short Term Disability

Training & Development

Descripción de la vacante

Maryland Rural Development Corporation in Maryland is seeking a Head Start teacher to implement developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum for 3- to 5-year-olds. You will adapt instruction based on guidance from the Education Coordinator and MRDC team, and collaborate with families and schools.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in ECE or related field, plus classroom experience and a background check. The position is eleven months, on-site, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or related field.
• Must pass criminal background check in MD and surrounding states.
• At least one year of early childhood classroom teaching experience preferred.
• Experience working with children preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum for preschool children per guidance from the Education Coordinator, the ECE Specialist, and other leaders, individualizing instruction as necessary.
• Perform the functions with a understanding of the Head Start Performance Standards
• Refer children suspected of having special needs or challenging behavior to appropriate staff
• Implement behavior plans and IEPs designed with the team, families, schools, and mental health professionals, putting an emphasis on creating the least restrictive environment possible
• Guide and facilitate activities of the children, including: daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom
• Cooperate with other staff and classroom groups to maintain the smooth functioning of the center, which at times may require changes to meet the needs of the children
• Maintain a comprehensive and ongoing portfolio assessment for each child, including weekly observations in each area, examples of the child's work, and a developmental assessment, completed as per designated procedure
• Foster a positive learning atmosphere that encourages creativity, curiosity, and exploration
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment
• Supervise children at all times and implement positive behavior management strategies
• Attend training sessions, workshops, and staff meetings to enhance professional skills
• Assure that files are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained
• Thinks, concentrates, and positively interacts with others
• Comes to work promptly every day
• Works under stress and meets all deadlines
• OTHER DUTIES: (Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.) Performs related work as required or assigned by the Site Supervisor, Director, or Deputy Director

Conocimientos

ECE knowledge

Classroom management

Communication & teamwork

Cultural competence

Educación

Bachelors in ECE

Descripción del empleo

Maryland Rural Development Corporation in Maryland is seeking a Head Start teacher to implement developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum for 3- to 5-year-olds. You will adapt instruction based on guidance from the Education Coordinator and MRDC team, and collaborate with families and schools.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in ECE or related field, plus classroom experience and a background check. The position is eleven months, on-site, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for