Job description

**Jobs are located in Plainwell and Otsego**

Summary/Objective:

Teacher for Early Head Start is responsible for providing instructional experiences for the preschool child for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes. Teacher will possess knowledge and understanding of early childhood development, develop appropriate goals and objectives, and collaborate with the Co-Teacher and plan together.

Essential Functions:

Daily Activities

• Plans activities that support progress of each individual child using the designated curriculum.
• Assure that room arrangement meets the developmental needs of all children.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary indoor and outdoor environment.
• Implements effective classroom management strategies.
• Plan outcomes, transitions in classroom, and implements activities for outdoor learning environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Family Partnership

• Plans and implements transitions from Early Head Start to Head Start or other setting.
• Works in partnership with the families, special education team, and management members in the development and implementation of the child’s individual education plan.
• Actively communicates with families to ensure every child’s success. Screening and assessment results are shared with families, staff, and partners.
• Confers with families; refer child and family concerns to appropriate partners and staff.

Documentation

• Obtain all necessary permissions and documentation on each child.
• Maintain individual child’s online assessment profiles.
• Utilize agency software to timely and accurately input data and generate reports used for tracking and follow-up.
• Assess present level of development towards child learning outcomes/standards.

Required Education and Experience:

Must meet the State of Michigan Child Care Licensing Standards for a lead caregiver and the Head Start requirements including a Child Development Associates Credential, with an Infant and Toddler Development Focus, awarded by the Council for Professional Development and have 480 hours of child care experience. AA in Early Childhood Education or equivalent as defined by Head Start regulations is preferred. Pass pre-employment physical, TB test. Be certified in Infant/Child and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid.

Agency will cover expense to obtain a Child Development Associate.'
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Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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