Teacher II

Community Coordinated Care for Children, Inc. (4C); Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Coordinated Care for Children, Inc. (4C) seeks a Teacher II in Orlando, FL to help oversee and deliver high-quality early childhood education under the Site Supervisor.

You will plan activities, implement curriculum meeting Head Start standards, and work with the Teacher Assistant to support young learners and families. You will maintain records, conduct screenings, engage families, coordinate with volunteers, and participate in ongoing training to promote child development and safety

Qualifications

• Familiar with English language structure and grammar.
• Knowledge of early childhood growth and development.
• Understanding of child care regulations and supervision.
• Ability to learn Head Start policies and procedures.
• Ability to use basic computer software and internet.
• Ability to work with diverse families and communities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement early childhood curriculum with supervision.
• Develop lesson plans aligning to Head Start standards.
• Maintain classroom records and progress reports.
• Conduct developmental screenings and assessments.
• Assist in creating instructional materials and teaching aids.
• Engage parents through home visits and meetings.

Skills

English language knowledge

Head Start knowledge

Child development understanding

Computer literacy

Multicultural communication

Education

Associate degree in Child Development

Tools

Child Plus

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Site Supervisor, assists in overseeing and directing the planning, organizing, and implementation of education services for children.

JOB TITLE: TEACHER II

LOCATION: ORLANDO, FL

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Works with comprehensive service areas and Site Supervisor to plan and implement early childhood curriculum. Assists in the development of individual education plans for children.
• Develops lesson plans in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and early childhood curriculum. Assists the Assistant Teacher in developing lesson plans.
• Maintains classroom records, progress reports, accident reports and other necessary documentation, using the appropriate technology.
• Conducts developmental screenings and assessments to meet the individual needs of children.
• Working in conjunction with assistant, assists with developing instructional materials and teaching aids. Assists with the selection of teaching materials to meet individual needs of children.
• Models physical activities to all children in assigned classroom.
• Works in assigned classrooms as designated and based upon agency needs. Will require travel when necessary.
• Encourages parent involvement in the Head Start program both in the classroom and in the home.
• Works with Teacher Assistant to conduct home visits, family conferences, and participates in parent meetings.
• Organizes and trains classroom volunteers.
• Submits referrals to Site Supervisor regarding concerns for individual children. Assists in the development and implementation of recommendations.
• Identifies and reports child abuse cases.
• Participates in the pre-service, in-service training, and other training programs that will enhance job performance and career development.
• Assists with the training of teacher assistant.
• Seeks in-kind (donated time, services, products, cash) for the program and ensure in-kind is documented accurately and timely.
• Works with children with disabilities and special needs and provides individualization according to the child’s IFSP goals.
• Provides active supervision to all children in the classroom at all times.
• Participates in the Agency’s Quality Improvement Program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of early childhood growth and development.
• Knowledge of the practices, procedures and regulations in child care, to include the Active Supervision of children.
• Ability to gain knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and Head Start Polices and Procedures.
• Ability to gain knowledge of developmental screenings and assessments.
• Ability to receive and follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to operate a personal computer. Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing and databases, including Microsoft Word.
• Ability to navigate the Internet.
• Ability to gain knowledge of the Child Plus program.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with the staff, parents and community representatives.
• Ability to maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally.
• Ability to develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Ability to work and communicate with people from various multi-cultural backgrounds and socio-economic levels.
• Sensitivity to the needs, abilities, beliefs, and attitudes of individuals within and outside the Agency, including but not limited to clients and co-workers.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or an Associate degree in any field with 12 ECE college credit hours or CDA with infant and toddler setting and 15 clock hours of trainings in infant and toddler development.
• One (1) year experience teaching pre-school children (or infants and toddlers if working in EHS) preferred unless degree is outside of ECE.
• Must be able to obtain at least fifteen (15) clock hours of certified training per year.
• Must enroll in the State mandated 45-hour module for child care within the first 90 days of employment. Must complete within timeframe given upon hire.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS

Must meet and complete criteria for background screening as required for child care personnel in child care licensing regulations.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS

• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials and children.
• May be required to perform moderate lifting, approximately 30-50 pounds, for example in lifting children.
• Position requires bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Ability to appropriately prevent a child from hurting him/herself or others.
• Required to stand and/or be in continuous motion for extended periods of time while performing job functions.
• Ability to speak in front of large groups.
• Ability to set up meetings including moving tables, chairs, etc., and cleanup

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Indoor classroom setting.
• Some outdoor activities in various weather conditions.
• Ability to report to various work locations, as instructed.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases, including blood borne pathogens.
• May be required to work nights and weekends to meet training regulations.

Other Qualifications

• The ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or qualitative productivity standards.
• The ability to maintain reasonably, regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, sate and local standards.
• Compliance with all personnel policies of the Agency.

PAY RANGE: $45,902 to $52,848 *salary dependent upon education and certification level*

12-month position

Equal Opportunity Employer-Veteran/Disability