Teacher

Scott Carver Dakota CAP; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Head Start Federal in Lakeville, MN is seeking a Teacher to join the Center Program. You will support the development of a group of children, conduct center activities, home visits, and parent-teacher conferences, and help coordinate field trips.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR. You will supervise Teacher Assistants and Paraprofessionals, partner with families, and ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment in

Qualifications

• An Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education is required.
• Current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR Certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Organize, operate and maintain Head Start center according to licensing guidelines and Head Start standards.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities following the Creative Curriculum.
• Attend meetings and coordinate with parents and staff to support each child’s development.
• Supervise Teacher Assistants and Paraprofessionals in the classroom.
• Ensure a safe indoor and outdoor environment and coordinate snack/meal service.

Education

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Infant/Child First Aid and CPR Certificate

Job description

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Teacher

Head Start Federal Full Time Professional Lakeville, MN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1477

Salary Range: $24.00 To $26.00 Hourly

SUMMARY

The Teacher in the Center Program provides service for an assigned number of children and their parents including center activities, home visits, parent-teacher conferences and field trips. Supervises volunteers, establishes on-going communication with parents and other staff, and coordinates component services to provide complete support for each child’s development. Performs other duties as assigned by the Center Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Organize, operate and maintain Head Start center according to state licensing guidelines and Head Start Performance Standards. Maintain children’s records including growth charts, complete gaps on preschool screening.
• Write and implement lesson plans following the Creative Curriculum including activities in each lesson to enhance self-esteem, diversity awareness and violence prevention. Plan and implement field trips.
• Assess each child’s development using Creative Curriculum Assessment. Develop individual learning plans and review each child’s progress with parents.
• Direct and support Teacher Assistants and Paraprofessionals in the classroom.
• Facilitate open communication with parents and staff to ensure complete services for each child and to integrate component services into the classroom.
• Attend team meetings, Agency and Head Start meetings/trainings, interagency meetings and community events as assigned.
• Encourage and welcome parent and other volunteers in the center, on field trips and other activities.
• Maintain a safe indoor and outdoor environment in all aspects of the program.
• Coordinate snack and meal service with the Teacher Assistants and Paraprofessionals. Participate in family style meals.
• Verifies actual hours worked by support staff

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines

An Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. Current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR Certificate.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License, proof of insurance and review of Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) report is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a standard office environment which requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes or heavier materials with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently. Mobility to drive a motor vehicle in order to attend meetings. A job is in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting most of the time with long periods of computer work and heavy phone usage.