Head Start Preschool Teacher — Inspire, Educate & Grow

Maryland Rural Development Corporation; Havre de Grace (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &  P

Short Term Disability

Training & Development

Job summary

The Maryland Rural Development Corporation (MRDC) seeks a Head Start Teacher to develop and implement individualized education plans for preschool children, collaborating with the Site Supervisor and MRDC team. You will create developmentally appropriate curriculum and monitor progress.

The role emphasizes supportive learning, family engagement, and adherence to Head Start Performance Standards, with duties including behavior support, portfolio assessments, and a safe, organized classroom

Qualifications

• Knowledge of early childhood development principles.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Cultural competency and the ability to work with diverse families.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Educations, or related field.
• At least one year of early childhood classroom teaching experience preferred.
• Must pass criminal background check in MD and surrounding states.
• Experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Educations, or related field.
• Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks as outlined above.
• 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.

Skills

Knowledge of early childhood develop‑m

Strong classroom management

Effective communication and teamwork

Cultural competency and diversefamilie

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Educations, or related field

Job description

The Maryland Rural Development Corporation (MRDC) seeks a Head Start Teacher to develop and implement individualized education plans for preschool children, collaborating with the Site Supervisor and MRDC team. You will create developmentally appropriate curriculum and monitor progress.

The role emphasizes supportive learning, family engagement, and adherence to Head Start Performance Standards, with duties including behavior support, portfolio assessments, and a safe, organized classroom