Head Start Teacher FLOATER - 9:30-5:30PM - North Port site

Company: Children First, Inc
Location: North Port
Posted on: May 8, 2024

Job Description:

Description:750.00 sign on bonus available for this positionWhy choose Children First as an employer?

• We are very proud of the work we do and the people we employ. We strive to provide a positive work environment that encourages personal and professional growth.
• We are one of the Top 1% of all Head Start programs in the US. We are a Program of Excellence. We offer comprehensive care (not just childcare) to our participants and their families.
• You will work with fun, dynamic, and passionate coworkers dedicated to making children's lives better.
• We offer competitive pay and benefits.
• We offer a generous PTO and Vacation time.
• We are very passionate about the mental health and wellness of our staff and proudly offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) as well as Mental Health and Wellness programs.
• We offer a retirement savings program that includes matching funds.
• Scholarships available to eligible employees to continue education through master's program.
• This FLOATER Position SUPPORTS several classrooms. 9am-5:30pm
• Learn more about us and see why we are your employer of choice.Requirements:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability needed for this position. Reasonable accommodations as required to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.HSPPS .91 - A program must ensure all staff engaged in the delivery of program services have sufficient knowledge, training, experience, and competencies to fulfill the roles and responsibilities of their positions.Licenses / Certifications
  • Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record - proof of auto insurance within agency limits, or access to transportation
  • Immediate/continued enrollment in the Criminal History Registry-Child Care Division
  • Current Health Appraisal, updated every two (2) years
  • Certification in First Aid and Adult, Infant and Child CPREducation / Equivalent Experience Minimum Required:
    • Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field and enrolled and attending a program to obtain a baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education.
    • Desired/Preferred Education: BA; or MA in Early Childhood Education or related field with 21+ semester hours in ECE/Child Development
    • State mandated 45-hour coursework completion or ability to complete within established timeframes;
    • One (1) year experience working in an early childhood setting with a diverse population of preschool children, ages 3-5
    • This position SUPPORTS several classroomsCompetencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)Demonstrate/Knowledge to:
      • Provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions
      • Plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation
      • Use results of assessment to promote children's progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages al language learners, as appropriate
      • Set and maintain professional boundaries with families
      • Use technology to plan, record, report and monitor education and child development servicesSkill/Ability to:
        • Speak, read and write English; bilingual language(s) helpful
        • Collect, analyze and utilize data to plan and monitor growth in child outcomes and school readiness
        • Solve problems and make appropriate decisions
        • Manage time, solve problems and make appropriate decisions in varying situations
        • Work collaboratively and cooperatively with fellow staff, parents, and community representativeCompensation details: 18.48-25.34 Hourly Wage
          
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