Head Start Teacher, Flagstaff

Nacog; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

Paid sick leave

Holiday pay

Job summary

NACOG in Flagstaff, AZ is seeking an experienced early childhood educator to instruct preschool-aged children under Head Start guidelines. You will implement developmentally appropriate activities, plan weekly lessons, and collaborate with families to support children's growth in a federally funded program.

The role requires levels I–IV credentials or higher in Early Childhood Education, with a focus on safety, health screenings, and collaboration with staff to maintain a high-quality learning

Qualifications

• Level I: CDA or state preschool certificate meeting CDA requirements.
• Level II: Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with preschool teaching eligibility.
• Level III: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with preschool teaching eligibility.
• Level IV: Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with 36 additional credits.

Responsibilities

• Instructs children with developmentally appropriate activities to promote growth.
• Develops and maintains trusting relationships with children and families.
• Develops and implements weekly lesson plans for program compliance.
• Assigns duties to staff and monitors progress toward learning goals.
• Completes and submits logs and reports documenting program compliance.
• Cleans and prepares classrooms to maintain a safe, healthy environment.
• Conducts health screenings as part of Head Start requirements.
• Plans and conducts parent-teacher conferences to assess progress.

Skills

Child development

Communication

Lesson planning

Family engagement

Safety & health

Education

CDA or state preschool certificate

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education/related

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education/related

Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education/related

Job description

In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Working under general supervision and with moderate difficulty, this position is responsible for instructing preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instructs children and facilitates developmentally appropriate activities to encourage growth in all areas of childhood development
• Develops and maintains trusting relationships with children and families to ensure a successful learning environment
• Develops and implements weekly lesson plans to ensure program compliance
• Assigns duties to staff and monitors work to ensure a successful learning environment
• Completes and submits paperwork (logs, reports) to document program compliance
• Cleans and prepares classrooms regularly to ensure a safe, healthy learning environment
• Completes regular playground and classroom inspection checklists to ensure a safe, healthy learning environment
• Conducts health screenings for Head Start children (vision, hearing, mental health, and physical health)
• Plans and conducts parent-teacher conferences to establish and assess progress toward family goals
• Other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Level I: Childhood Development Associate Credential (CDA) that is age appropriate to the children being served; or a state-awarded certificated for preschool teachers that meets or exceeds the requirement for a CDA.

Level II:Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; or an Associate Degree in a filed related to Early Childhood Education or child Development with experience teaching preschool children and a State-awarded certificate to teach in a preschool program.

Level III: Bachelors of Art or Bachelors of Science in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; or a BA or BS in a field related to Early Childhood Education or Child Development with experience teaching preschool children and a State-awarded certificate to teach in a preschool program.

Level IV: Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; and 36 credit hours in Early Childhood Education or Child Development beyond undergraduate level.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Criminal Background Check
• Fingerprint Clearance Card, Level I
• TB Skin Test

CERTIFICATES & LICENSES:

• Food Handlers license (within 6 months)
• CPR/first aid/interrater (within 6 months)

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• AZ Early Learning Standards
• Behavior management
• Early childhood education
• Head Start Performance Standards

GENERAL COMPETENCIES:

• Communication
• Cultural competence
• Discretion

TRAVEL REQUIRED:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Physical Activity: Frequent listening, talking, standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, lifting, finger use, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motion. Occasional sitting and pulling.

Physical exertion: ___ Sedentary; __ Light; _X_Medium; __ Heavy; __ Very Heavy. Work involves exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Visual requirements: Close visual acuity for compiling and analyzing data; viewing a computer screen; and reading.

Working conditions: Regular exposure to potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and infectious disease. Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.

NACOG is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by the state, federal, or local law. NACOG is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individual with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the Human Resources Director, 928-774-1895, [e-mail] .

Benefits include: Agency paid health, dental, vision;Arizona State Retirement (ASRS); Paid sick leave & holiday pay

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