Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster & Saunders Counties; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance, short/长期

Paid Time Off and holidays

401K with employer match

Education Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness for US

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Meaningful impact on families

Job summary

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties is seeking an Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher to oversee a developmentally appropriate program for children aged 6 weeks to 3 years in our Early Head Start program.

You will observe and document children’s development, build strong partnerships with families, supervise classroom staff, and mentor team members to ensure high-quality early education.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Infant Toddler CDA or an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• At least one year of experience working with young children and their families in a child care or related setting required.
• Strong verbal and written proficiencies of the English language and communication skills required.
• Sensitivity to the experiences, needs, and strengths of low-income and diverse populations, and individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to take initiative to continually improve service.
• Knowledge of curriculum, principles and best practices of early childhood education.
• Ability to work independently and with interdisciplinary teams to achieve shared program goals.
• Commitment to building relationships with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate education program for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years that will enhance development.
• Observe, assess and document each child’s health, skills, behavior, growth and development.
• Develop effective partnerships with parents/caregivers by regularly sharing information and encouraging input.
• Provide day-to-day supervision of classroom staff, including Associate Teachers and Teaching Assistants.
• Develop individualized goals and educational plans for each child.
• Foster positive relationships with all children in the classroom.
• Provide training and mentoring to staff.

Skills

English proficiency

Classroom leadership

Curriculum knowledge

Initiative

Family engagement

Education

Infant/Toddler CDA or related degree

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Do you have a passion for helping children and families develop and reach their goals? Do you have experience delivering high-quality early childhood education and leading a classroom?

Community Action Early Head Start is looking for a caring Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher to join our team! This classroom leadership position will develop a comprehensive education program to support the social-emotional and developmental needs of our children for one of our infant or toddler classrooms in our Early Head Start Program.

We are looking for someone that loves working with young children and is passionate about providing all the resources necessary to positively impact the development of children. Our team members have the unique opportunity to support children and families from at-risk backgrounds reach their goals and achieve success.

Starting Pay: $22.76 - 27.74/hour based on qualifications.

The Role

• Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate education program for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years that will enhance the social-emotional, physical, language, and cognitive development of each child.
• Observe, assess and document each child’s health, skills, behavior, growth and development.
• Develop effective partnerships with parents/caregivers by regularly sharing information and encouraging parent/caregiver input into all aspects of the educational program.
• Provide day-to-day supervision of classroom staff, including Associate Teachers and Teaching Assistants.
• Develop individualized goals and educational plans for each child.
• Foster positive relationships with all children in the classroom.
• Provide training and mentoring to staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Infant Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) or an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• At least one year of experience working with young children and their families in a child care or related setting required.
• Strong verbal and written proficiencies of the English language and communication skills required.
• Sensitivity to the experiences, needs, and strengths of low-income and diverse populations, and individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to take initiative to continually improve service.
• Knowledge of curriculum, principles and best practices of early childhood education.
• Ability to work independently and with interdisciplinary teams to achieve shared program goals.
• Commitment to building relationships with staff and families.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off plan and 14 paid holidays.
• 401K with employer match.
• Education Assistance Program for continuing education.
• Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for federal student loans.
• Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Engaging work environment with friendly and supportive team members.
• Meaningful work that positively impacts families and children in our community.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

About Head Start

Community Action Head Start gives children from at-risk backgrounds opportunities to build the skills they need to be successful in school and life. We work alongside children, families, and the community on the path to success. Services are provided at no cost to families.

Find the complete job listing and details at http://communityactionatwork.hireclick.com/jobboard

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, marital status, genetics, or any other status protected under federal and state law.

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