Head Start Teacher - Shape Young Minds Daily

Communityactionallegan; Fennville (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Communityactionallegan is seeking a Head Start Teacher to provide instructional experiences for preschool children, supporting social, emotional, physical, and educational development. The teacher will apply early childhood theory, set goals, and collaborate with the Teacher Assistant to plan together.

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or Elementary Education with an Early Childhood Endorsement preferred; other degrees may be considered with early childhood experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or Elementary Education with an Early Childhood Endorsement preferred.
• Other bachelor’s degrees may be considered with early childhood experience.
• Experience working with preschool children in classroom settings is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plans activities that support progress of each individual child using the designated curriculum.
• Assures that room arrangement meets the developmental needs of all children.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary indoor and outdoor environment.
• Implements effective classroom management strategies.
• Plans outcomes, transitions in classroom, and implements activities for outdoor learning environment.
• Works in partnership with families, special education team, and management in developing individual education plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or Elementary Education with an Early Childhood Endorsement preferred

Job description

Communityactionallegan is seeking a Head Start Teacher to provide instructional experiences for preschool children, supporting social, emotional, physical, and educational development. The teacher will apply early childhood theory, set goals, and collaborate with the Teacher Assistant to plan together.

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or Elementary Education with an Early Childhood Endorsement preferred; other degrees may be considered with early childhood experience.