Head Start Teacher

Bauer Family Resources

Lafayette (IN)

On-site

USD 23,680 - 27,400

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

Matching 401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking a Head Start Teacher to provide essential learning experiences for children aged 3 to 5. The role involves creating tailored lesson plans, fostering family engagement, and ensuring compliance with educational standards. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and possess strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive pay range and benefits including health insurance, 401K matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

2-3 years related experience preferred.
Commitment to serving children and families in poverty.

Responsibilities

Create and implement individualized lesson plans.
Engage families in program services and activities.
Conduct Family Conferences and Home Visits.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to fluently communicate in Spanish

Education

Associate's or bachelor's degree in child development or early childhood education

Job description

Our work is important and vital to children and families in the community, and we are seeking caring individuals to join our Bauer family to help us continue "to empower children and their families to thrive".

Job Title: Head Start Teacher

Pay Range: $17.19-$19.89 depending on education.

What We Do

To empower children and their families to thrive. Bauer Family Resources mission is at the heart of every program and service offered to our community. It is our belief that every child and family has a desire for a life that is filled with success, strong family and community connections and hope for tomorrow. Bauer's work is measured against this mission statement to ensure we are true to it.

Our Workplace Culture

We are building a culture of belonging - where every person is supported to bring their most authentic self to work and enable them to do the best work of their life. We are a culture grounded by collaboration, personal growth and well-being. We care about each other, ourselves, our communities and the environment which we live in. We respect all with humility and patience.

Bauer Family Resources does not discriminate on basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in a group or class protected by local, state and federal government laws. At Bauer we encourage diversity and promote equality.

Position Summary

The Head Start Teacher is responsible for providing children ranging in ages from 3 to 5 years, with learning experiences that promote school readiness. This includes the creation and implementation of individualized lesson plans, development of meaningful relationships with children and families, and the design of safe, engaging environments.

Essential Functions

The duties identified below are the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This list may not be inclusive of all job responsibilities and are subject to change based on business needs with or without notice.

Observe, document, and assess student progress
Analyze student data
Develop and implement lesson plans based on student data, interests, and developmental practices
Engage families in program services and activities that promote school readiness, parenting skills, knowledge, and confidence
Conduct Family Conferences and Home Visits
Maintain clean, safe, and engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments
Complete monthly reports and Family Newsletters
Ensure compliance with Bauer Policies, State Licensing, and Head Start Program Performance Standards
Attend twice-monthly staff meetings, monthly Professional Development Days, quarterly All-Agency meetings, and annual Pre-Service

Qualifications

To perform this position successfully, an individual must demonstrate regular, predictable attendance and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and skill required. The individual must be able to successfully pass routine background checks.

Education/Certification/Licensure

Associate's or bachelor's degree in child development or early childhood education, equivalent coursework.
Must have a valid Indiana driver's license and the ability to meet the minimum requirements of the insurance carrier at all times.

Experience Required

2-3 years related experience preferred

Knowledge and Skills Required

Commitment to serving children and families in poverty with the highest quality services
Willingness to learn and apply new knowledge
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Knowledge of child development and health and safety standards
Ability to create effective lesson plans that promote development
Organization and time management
Basic computer skills
Ability to fluently communicate in Spanish is a plus

Physical Requirements

To accomplish the essential functions of the position, one must be physically able to operate or work with computers, calculators, reference books, computer software applications, phones, and other standard office equipment. The physical activities of the position include talking, reaching, grasping, light lifting, bending, squatting, and other repetitive motions.

What We Offer (Full-Time 30 hours or more per week)