Head Start Teacher

ADP, Inc.; Ashburn (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. seeks a dedicated Teacher to plan, develop, and implement daily early childhood education experiences and manage a classroom. The role includes supervising assistants, coordinating activities, and maintaining child records and confidentiality.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, willingness to collaborate with staff, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and travel to work locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related degree.
• Must exercise discretion and sound judgment in the performance of assigned duties.
• Must be cooperative and display a positive attitude toward teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement daily early childhood development activities and learning experiences.
• Supervise Teacher Assistant and volunteers in classroom management.
• Develop curriculum, assess child outcomes, and maintain attendance and records.
• Arrange field trips and participate in program evaluation.
• Ensure safety, confidentiality, and effective communication with families.

Skills

Empathy for children

Teamwork

Discretion and sound judgment

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Teacher is directly responsible for the planning, development and implementation of daily early childhood development learning experiences and activities and for the day-to-day management of an assigned classroom, including the supervision of assigned Teacher Assistant and/or classroom Volunteer(s).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. Develop and implement curriculum, child outcomes, Teaching Strategies Gold, school readiness goals, daily lesson plans with daily schedule, following an approved curriculum approach.
• 2. Set up and organize classroom in a neat and orderly manner. Establish a total climate conducive for learning.
• 3. Observe, assess and record the behavior of all children assigned to classroom.
• 4. Develop and maintain complete and concise records for each child.
• 5. Develop and implement an Individual Education Program (IEP) in conjunction with the Education and Disabilities Managers for each child with an identified and confirmed (professional diagnosis) disability.
• 6. Complete daily attendance records.
• 7. Inventory, request and store adequate and appropriate classroom materials and supplies.
• 8. Make 2 required home visits to the homes of parents or guardians of children assigned to classroom.
• 9. Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• 10. Supervise and coordinate the activities of the Teacher Assistant and classroom Volunteers.
• 11. Encourage parent participation in the classroom in special activities, learning experiences and socialization.
• 14. Arrange field trips for children.
• 15. Assist with yearly program evaluation.
• 16. Visit and observe other classrooms (Head Start, Pre-K).
• 17. Be available, when needed, to meet the needs of the children and families (i.e. emergency situations or family crisis).
• 18. Notify parent/guardian in the event of accidents involving students (minor or major).
• 19. Work with Education Specialist to ensure classroom is organized so as to assure
• 20. Environment is proper for a small child.
• 21. Assure Teacher Assistant is familiar with class paperwork, forms, etc.
• 22. Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment for all children including
• 23. Exercise discretion and sound judgment in the performance of assigned duties.
• 24. Responsible for keeping accurate in-kind records for classroom.
• 25. Assist with recruitment and enrollment.
• 26. Assist with bus duty when necessary.
• 27. Responsible in evaluating the performance of the Teacher Assistant assigned to her classroom.
• 28. Other duties as required and directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related degree.
• At least six months experience in working with young children in a group setting.
• Must be cooperative and display a positive attitude toward working as a team with other staff members.
• Must have empathy for children and low-income families.
• Must exercise discretion and sound judgment in the performance of assigned duties.
• Must have current driver’s license and have access to use of automobile with current insurance.
• Exhibit willingness to attend all pertinent meetings and training and travel to all work locations.
• Must possess a valid First Aid and CPR certificate.
• Must be physically fit for children’s activities indoors and outdoors.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.