Early Head Start Teacher
"To the world you may be one person; but to one person you may be the world" -Dr. Seuss.
Why work for us?
· No Nights or Weekends
· 15 Paid Holidays
· Paid Time Off
· Paid Education (Upon Approval)
· Medical Insurance
· Dental Insurance
· Vision Insurance
· 403(b) plus employer match
· Employee Assistance Program
· Chipper-Assistance in Student Loan Forgiveness and Lower Payments
Who We Serve:
Opportunities serves thousands of people annually in Williamson & Burnet Counties. Working cooperatively with other agencies, we are an advocate for those who might not otherwise have a voice in the community. We are dedicated to providing services to help those in need achieve a better, more productive life.
Our Mission:
To empower children, families, and seniors to achieve and maintain independence by partnering with area organizations to provide education, nutrition, and community support.
Our Vision:
A healthy, educated community in which all people live independently and with dignity.
Position Summary:
The Early Head Start Teacher is responsible for planning and organizing a teaching environment by implementing a curriculum and developing lesson plans for children 0 to 3 years of age. The position reports to the Center Director and operates under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of independent judgment, discretion, and initiative.
Essential Job Duties:
- Ensure safety in performing all job responsibilities; adhere to all safety policies in alignment with Head Start/Day Care licensing standards; observe children at all times.
- Coordinate, schedule, and complete parent-teacher conferences and individual home visits with the co-teacher.
- Assess and document the health and behaviors of children as needed.
- Plan, prepare, and present daily instructional activities/lesson plans coordinating with co-teacher, Center Director, Program Coordinators, and/or parents/guardians.
- Implement an individualized curriculum for all children including IEP/IFSP goals.
- Conduct individualized activities to meet the needs of each child as planned
- Organize time and materials to effectively manage the classroom, attend meetings, and complete required reports/documentation.
- Provide and integrate activities from all content areas into the classroom, including communicating with parents about student enrichment and experiences.
- Complete children’s observations: keep necessary computerized reports/documentation weekly.
- Provide customer service in reception, greet and direct visitors at the site as needed.
- Review weekly lesson plans with the Center Director securing appropriate approvals; lesson plans will meet the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs of each child.
- Follow step-by-step activities as outlined in content area plans and policies and procedures.
- Maintain and protect confidential information about staff, students, and families.
- Complete child observations: retain reports/documentation weekly or as instructed by the supervisor.
- Assume administrative duties for co-teacher when requested.
- Maintain custodial duties in the classroom and Head Start Center.
- Maintain Point of Service, family-style meals
- Model Toothbrushing skills daily
- All employees are expected to adhere to OWBC ethics expectations
- Must be able to cooperate and work effectively with others
- Must be diplomatic, honest, and fair
- Must attend monthly parent meetings as directed by supervisor.
- Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
- Perform other duties as assigned or as they become apparent
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to operate various word-processing software, spreadsheets, and database programs.
- Ability to work effectively with others.
- Ability to assess the health and behaviors of children by sight and sound.
- Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
- Ability to ensure compliance with regulatory agency requirements and policies.
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and utilize effective time management techniques.
- Ability to always respect confidentiality.
- Ability to carry out multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Ability to follow instructions furnished in verbal or written format.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Training:
· High school diploma or GED
· CDA (Child Development Associate) in Infant and toddler
Preferred:
- Spanish Bilingual
Experience:
· One (1) year of related childcare experience.
Licenses/Certifications:
· Obtain and keep current Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications
· Current Child Development Certificate
Mental / Physical Tasks (F= Frequent, O=Occasional, R=Rarely):
| F | Standing: planning and leading physical activities, arranging the classroom and play areas; facilitating and leading age-appropriate physical activities; required when making copies, meeting people, moving from work area to work area
| F | Handling:reports, vehicles, laptops, keys, utensils, outside toys, curtains.
| F | Hearing/Talking/Listening: to hear classroom door open and close; to hear fire alarm, overhead messages, children in distress; communicate with employees and others, answer the telephone, participate in meetings, give presentations, interact with children
| F | Fine Dexterity:helping toddlers with dressing, and undressing, including zippers, buttons, and other fasteners; feeding infants; operating a computer and calculator, to write reports and documentation, mouse, and projector tools; maintaining written or digital records on children; locking and unlocking classroom and building doors for security; providing fine motor skills activities
| F | Sitting:Sitting on the floor during playtime or learning activities to engage with infants and toddlers at eye level; sitting with a child at the table at mealtimes; performing work at a desk, while reading, writing, in meetings, driving, riding in a vehicle to sites and meetings; to administer first aid and CPR; and during emergencies
| O | Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Sitting on the floor during playtime or learning activities to engage with infants and toddlers at eye level; administering first aid; plug-in equipment, when connecting PC components, plugging in cords, opening lower desk drawers; administering first aid and CPR; and during emergencies
| F | Walking: from vehicle to site, area to area, to the copier; responding to emergencies quickly to accidents or emergencies
| F | Bending/Twisting:Interacting with children to get on the floor at their level; changing diapers and assisting with toileting; assisting children with dressing; reaching files, reports, handling paper, reaching drawers; with music and movement activities; administering first aid and CPR; and during emergencies
| F | Grasping/Holding: arranging and organizing materials and supplies; holding binders, phones, tablets, and work resources; hand over hand; modeling utensils.
| F | Balancing:Standing, reaching, and driving as associated with physical play activities and sports play; and gross motor skills activities
| F | Lifting/Carrying: lift and carry infants and toddlers to change diapers; move them from one area to another; to provide comfort to children. Report binders, paper, laptop, and supplies up to 50 pounds
| F | Vision: to complete face-to-name; to monitor children in and out of the classroom; to drive; to observe children’s behavior, interactions, and activities; active supervision and scan and count during inside and outside play
| F | Pushing/Pulling:pushing and pulling strollers with children and carts for supplies up to 65 pounds; open/close file/copier drawers, open and close doors, rolltop carriers
| F | Foot Controls: going up and down step stools as associated with physical play activities and sports play; driving
| F | Driving: scheduled and unscheduled trips to and from meetings, trainings, and sites
| Other: required to work outdoors at playtime and designated zoning area; to gather center supplies
| F | Reaching: reaching for bottles, clothing, diapers, and supplies; reaching for food during snack time; answering the phone, reaching for files and reports, plugging in a laptop |
| F | Handling:reports, vehicles, laptops, keys, utensils, outside toys, curtains.
| F | Hearing/Talking/Listening: to hear classroom door open and close; to hear fire alarm, overhead messages, children in distress; communicate with employees and others, answer the telephone, participate in meetings, give presentations, interact with children
| F | Fine Dexterity:helping toddlers with dressing, and undressing, including zippers, buttons, and other fasteners; feeding infants; operating a computer and calculator, to write reports and documentation, mouse, and projector tools; maintaining written or digital records on children; locking and unlocking classroom and building doors for security; providing fine motor skills activities
| F | Sitting:Sitting on the floor during playtime or learning activities to engage with infants and toddlers at eye level; sitting with a child at the table at mealtimes; performing work at a desk, while reading, writing, in meetings, driving, riding in a vehicle to sites and meetings; to administer first aid and CPR; and during emergencies
| O | Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Sitting on the floor during playtime or learning activities to engage with infants and toddlers at eye level; administering first aid; plug-in equipment, when connecting PC components, plugging in cords, opening lower desk drawers; administering first aid and CPR; and during emergencies
| F | Walking: from vehicle to site, area to area, to the copier; responding to emergencies quickly to accidents or emergencies
| F | Bending/Twisting:Interacting with children to get on the floor at their level; changing diapers and assisting with toileting; assisting children with dressing; reaching files, reports, handling paper, reaching drawers; with music and movement activities; administering first aid and CPR; and during emergencies
| F | Grasping/Holding: arranging and organizing materials and supplies; holding binders, phones, tablets, and work resources; hand over hand; modeling utensils.
| F | Balancing:Standing, reaching, and driving as associated with physical play activities and sports play; and gross motor skills activities
| F | Lifting/Carrying: lift and carry infants and toddlers to change diapers; move them from one area to another; to provide comfort to children. Report binders, paper, laptop, and supplies up to 50 pounds
| F | Vision: to complete face-to-name; to monitor children in and out of the classroom; to drive; to observe children’s behavior, interactions, and activities; active supervision and scan and count during inside and outside play
| F | Pushing/Pulling:pushing and pulling strollers with children and carts for supplies up to 65 pounds; open/close file/copier drawers, open and close doors, rolltop carriers
| F | Foot Controls: going up and down step stools as associated with physical play activities and sports play; driving
| F | Driving: scheduled and unscheduled trips to and from meetings, trainings, and sites
| Other: required to work outdoors at playtime and designated zoning area; to gather center supplies
| F | Reaching: reaching for bottles, clothing, diapers, and supplies; reaching for food during snack time; answering the phone, reaching for files and reports, plugging in a laptop |
Working Conditions:
· Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.
· Working on weekends, evenings and some holidays may be required.
