Metro Action Commission Head Start Teacher 2

Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Sick days

Paid holidays

Personal days

Civil Service position benefits

Public safety vacation days

Job summary

Metropolitan Action Commission currently seeks a Head Start Teacher 2 to join our team. This full-time role works under the Head Start Center Manager with oversight from the Assistant Center Manager to deliver quality early education.

You will plan and implement daily lesson plans, support family engagement, supervise children, and maintain confidential records while coordinating with volunteers and staff to foster a safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Valid Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Help children develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally.
• Plan, document, and implement daily lesson plans and special activities.
• Attend staff meetings, training and other related meetings as requested.
• Responsible for all consultation(s) with parents.
• Maintain current records, perform tasks associated with the education component, and assure confidentiality.
• Maintain proper supervision of children at all times indoors and outdoors.
• Document and implement integration of component events in the classroom (i.e., handwashing, toileting, tooth brushing, preparing children for health services and community visits).
• Report any children concerns to the (assigned) Parent, Family, Community, and Engagement Advocate.
• Report suspected child abuse or neglect to the immediate supervisor.
• Insure daily implementation of the family style food service.
• Support and assist volunteers serving in the education program.
• Assume other task-related duties as requested.

Skills

Previous work experience with young

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Position Description

This is a full time, Non-Civil Service position with Metro Action Commission. The Head Start Teacher 2 is under the direct supervision of the Head Start Center Manager and the general supervision of Head Start Assistant Center Manager.

Typical Duties

• Help children develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally
• Plan, document, and implement daily lesson plans and special activities
• Attend staff meetings, training and other related meetings as requested
• Responsible for all consultation(s) with parents
• Maintain current records, perform tasks associated with the education component, and assure confidentiality
• Maintain proper supervision of children at all times indoors and outdoors
• Document and implement integration of component events in the classroom (i.e., handwashing, toileting, tooth brushing, preparing children for health services and community visits)
• Report any children concerns to the (assigned) Parent, Family, Community, and Engagement Advocate
• Report suspected child abuse or neglect to the immediate supervisor
• Insure daily implementation of the family style food service
• Support and assist volunteers serving in the education program
• Assume other task-related duties as requested

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. Valid Driver License.

• Please Note: Due to Federal regulations there are no exceptions to the Degree requirement***

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Previous work experience with young children
• Certification in Early Childhood Education

Please be advised that ALL candidates for ANY position with the Metropolitan Action Commission will be subject to a background check. The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and the Metropolitan Action Commission are equal opportunity employers. In compliance with Tennessee law, all applications are subject to public disclosure.

Benefits

• Full-time, Civil Service positions – 10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)
• 1 Sick Day per month
• 12 Paid Holidays per year
• Public Safety – Sworn and Civilian positions – 20 vacation days per year
• 3 Personal days per year
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Part-time, Non Civil Service positions – Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.
• Seasonal/Temporary positions – no benefits offered.