Toddler Development Lead - Family & Learning

North Central Missouri College; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Head Start program in Kentucky is seeking a non-exempt Toddler Teacher to implement an age-appropriate curriculum and supervise children. You will report to the Center Director and ensure a safe, engaging environment.

Responsibilities include planning and evaluating development experiences, maintaining records, visiting families at home, recruiting participants, and partnering with parents and the Health Specialist to support children's well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum CDA or comparable credential for infant/toddler.
• Must obtain/maintain CDA for Infant/Toddler within two years.
• Annual TB test and physical exam required.
• Criminal background check required.
• Strong communication, computer skills, time management, organization, recordkeeping, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Plans and evaluates developmental experiences for children.
• Maintains child records.
• Engages parents in learning and program activities.
• Conducts 2 home visits per family yearly.
• Encourages parent participation in Family Day and Policy Council.
• Identifies and recruits participants.
• Assists enrollment as directed.
• Helps families access goods/services.
• Builds strong relationships with families and staff.
• Supports children's health care with Health Specialist.
• Participates in pre-/in-service training.
• Supervises children during all times.
• Maintains safe, clean environment via daily sanitation.
• Handles admin tasks: documentation, assessments, parent correspondence, lesson plans, In-Kind, reports.
• Performs other duties.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Organization

Recordkeeping

Teamwork

Curriculum fidelity

Behavior support

Assessments

Education

CDA Credential

ECE degree preferred

Job description

The Head Start program in Kentucky is seeking a non-exempt Toddler Teacher to implement an age-appropriate curriculum and supervise children. You will report to the Center Director and ensure a safe, engaging environment.

Responsibilities include planning and evaluating development experiences, maintaining records, visiting families at home, recruiting participants, and partnering with parents and the Health Specialist to support children's well-being.