Teacher 1 - Early Head Start Program - Baltimore Community Works

Mercy Health Partners; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

403(b) with employer contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Bon Secours in the United States seeks an Early Head Start Teacher to support planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate program for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

The role emphasizes assessing development, planning individualized curricula, and ensuring health and safety within the center. Requires high school diploma, 1 year experience, and Word/Outlook proficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1 year of progressive, related experience required.
• Microsoft Word and Outlook software required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses development of children and sets goals for their development, plans individualized curriculum to help children meet goals.
• Assists with coaching and guidance to ensure inclusion of children with special needs in regular activities.
• Oversees health, safety, and well-being of all center-based children.
• Documents children’s growth using observations, work samples, and assessment tools.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Active listening

Relationship building

Planning and implementation

Assessment

Goal setting

Coaching

Work independently

Infant/toddler care

Safe sleep protocols

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

The Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher will contribute to the planning and implementation of a developmentally appropriate educational program that will provide children comprehensive quality services that meet the individual needs of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers being served.

Essential Job Functions

• Assesses development of children and sets goals for their development, plans individualized curriculum to help children meet goals
• Assists with providing coaching and guidance to ensure the successful inclusion of children with special needs in regular classroom activities
• Exhibits an ability to work independently and effectively with all infant and toddler age groups
• Oversees the health, safety, and well-being of all center-based children
• Adheres to safe sleep, health, and safety protocols
• Documents children’s growth and development using written observations, photography, work samples, and assessment tools in hard copy and online database systems
• Reports directly to the Child Development Specialist, Lead Teacher and/or a member of the leadership team concerning the Child Development Programming and other job responsibilities

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

• Childcare Center Director Certification -Maryland State Department of Education-Office of Childcare (required)
• 90 - hour Child Care Certification and 4 - hour Infant/Toddler Certification - Maryland State Department of Education (required, Child Development Associate credential - CDA within 6 months of hire date)
• CPR and First Aid Certification (preferred)
• Shaken Baby Syndrome Certification (preferred)
• Child Abuse and Neglect Certification (preferred)
• Support in Breastfeeding (preferred)
• 9- hour Communication - Maryland State Department of Education (preferred)
• Teaching Strategies GOLD assessments (preferred)
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Infant/Toddler Certification (preferred)

Education

• High school diploma (required)

Work Experience

• 1 year of progressive, related experience (required)

Training

• Microsoft Word and Outlook software (required)

Skills

• Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Teamwork
• Active listening
• Relationship building
• Microsoft Word Outlook software
• Planning and implementation
• Assessment
• Goal setting
• Coaching and guidance
• Work independently
• Work with infants/toddlers
• Safe sleep, health and safety protocols
• Documentation
• Written observations
• Escalate issues appropriately

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer. As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer,

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process,

Department: FSC-EHS-Early Head Start Grant - Co. 1901

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

We believe your best is yet to come. At Bon Secours, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.