Infant & Toddler Head Start Teacher

Wayne-Metropolitan Community Action Agency; Hamtramck (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Metropolitan Community Action Agency in Hamtramck, MI seeks an Early Childhood Educator to implement High Scope activities for infants and toddlers. You will develop individualized goals, assess progress, and work with families to ensure developmental growth in a supportive classroom.

You will plan lessons, conduct two parent conferences and two home visits, and promote family engagement while maintaining safety and compliance with Head Start standards.

Qualifications

• AA degree in Early Childhood/Child Development preferred.
• AA degree in progress within one year of completion.
• Education coursework includes at least 2 infant-toddler courses.
• Second language proficiency is a plus.
• Experience with infants/toddlers and families preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out activities using High Scope to support infant/toddler development.
• Develop daily lessons with individual goals and parent input.
• Collaborate with staff to plan progress using screenings and observations.
• Record ongoing assessments via observations and notes.
• Maintain health and safety per policies; participate in Safety Committee.
• Promote a positive, engaging classroom environment for children.
• Plan two parent/teacher conferences and two home visits.
• Communicate effectively with parents by various methods.
• Support families and plan culturally reflective activities.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

AA Degree in Early Childhood / Child Development education

AA Degree in progress Early Childhood/Child Development

Infant-toddler coursework (2 courses)

Job description

Wayne-Metropolitan Community Action Agency in Hamtramck, MI seeks an Early Childhood Educator to implement High Scope activities for infants and toddlers. You will develop individualized goals, assess progress, and work with families to ensure developmental growth in a supportive classroom.

You will plan lessons, conduct two parent conferences and two home visits, and promote family engagement while maintaining safety and compliance with Head Start standards.