Role OverviewThe Head Start Teacher will provide children with an environment that includes varied activities to help children develop socially, emotionally, intellectually and physically in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development, with the overall goal being to achieve social competence for the child.
What You Will Do
Implements the program curriculum for children enrolled in morning and afternoon classes (double sessions). Plan individual and group activities to stimulate learning and promote parent involvement in the child’s learning. Works cooperatively with Co-Teacher and Family Advocate (FA) to provide information and resources to enrolled families;
Why It Might Be a Fit
Requires ability to interact with children in a busy environment including, but not limited to: Able to lift up to 50 lbs. Frequently kneel and squat Ability to move quickly
Requirements
- Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications
- In order to make home visits and travel to different school sites, offices, etc., must have access to an automobile with adequate insurance coverage and a valid California driver’s license, or have means to other easily accessible transportation
- Proof at the time of hire TB clearance within 6 months prior Annual Influenza vaccination (between Nov. 1st - Mar. 31st) Pertussis (whooping cough) and measles immunization Health screening at the time of employment
- AA in ECE/CD or related filed. 24 units of ECE/CD 6 semester units of Infant/Toddler (at least 3 units are required at hire, and any additional units for a total of 6 units are required to be completed within 1 year of hire) Must meet requirements to obtain Child Development Teacher Permit
- 2 years of teaching experience 1 year of supervisor experience
Benefits
- competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits
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