OSR Teacher

Noble Hearts HR Consulting Inc.; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 30,742 - 43,785; Full time

Job summary

Noble Hearts HR Consulting Inc. seeks an OSR Teacher in Selma, Alabama, to support children ages 3 to 5 within a Head Start framework, located at Easter Seals in Selma-Dallas County. The position is in-person and focused on early childhood education and family engagement.

You will develop and implement lesson plans using Creative Curriculum or HighScope, manage the classroom, and monitor progress. Strong collaboration with families and ongoing professional development are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field required.
• CDA (Child Development Associate) credential preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years in early childhood education, preferably within a Head Start program.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
• Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
• Establish classroom rules and routines to support positive behavior.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of children's progress.
• Establish positive relationships with families.
• Conduct home visits and parent-teacher conferences.
• Provide resources and referrals to families as needed.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
• Maintain accurate records of children's progress and attendance.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start standards and local, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist with program self-assessment and continuous improvement.

Skills

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Family engagement

Professional development

Compliance and documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education

CDA credential preferred

Tools

Creative Curriculum

HighScope Curriculum

Job description

Job Title: OSR Teacher

Location: Easter Seals, Selma-Dallas County

Sector: Education

Type: In-Person

Salary: $27.05/hr

Benefits: Yes

Job Breakdown

Ready, set, START!

Our client in Selma, Alabama, is looking for an OSR Teacher motivated to plant seeds of knowledge and create learning content for children ages 3 to 5.

What you will own

• Curriculum Development and Implementation:
  
  
  
  • Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
  
  
  • Utilize the Head Start curriculum framework, such as Creative Curriculum or High Scope Curriculum.
  
  
  • Incorporate culturally relevant materials and activities.
  
  
  
  


• Classroom Management:
  
  
  
  • Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
  
  
  • Establish classroom rules and routines to support positive behavior.
  
  
  • Conduct ongoing assessments of children's progress.
  
  
  
  


• Family Engagement:
  
  
  
  • Establish positive relationships with families.
  
  
  • Conduct home visits and parent-teacher conferences.
  
  
  • Provide resources and referrals to families as needed.
  
  
  
  


• Professional Development:
  
  
  
  • Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
  
  
  • Collaborate with colleagues and attend team meetings.
  
  
  • Stay current with best practices in early childhood education and Head Start requirements.
  
  
  
  


• Compliance and Documentation:
  
  
  
  • Maintain accurate records of children's progress and attendance.
  
  
  • Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and local, state, and federal regulations.
  
  
  • Assist with program self-assessment and continuous improvement.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Education:
  
  
  
  • Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field required.
  
  
  • CDA (Child Development Associate) credential preferred.
  
  
  
  


• Experience:
  
  
  
  • Minimum of 2 years in early childhood education, preferably within a Head Start program.
  
  
  • Experience working with diverse populations and low-income families.
  
  
  
  


• Skills and Abilities:
  
  
  
  • Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education principles.
  
  
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a team.
  
  
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  
  
  • Proficiency in using technology for educational and administrative purposes.
  
  
  
  


• Physical Requirements:
  
  
  
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  
  
  • Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling.
  
  
  • Ability to engage in physical activities with children.
  
  
  
  

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