Early Head Start Infant Toddler Teacher

About This Role

Community Action Partnership Hillsborough Rockingham Counties (CAPHR) is looking for a teacher to provide education within a comprehensive service model. Challenge yourself to make a difference in the lives of children! The vision of the CAPHR Head Start is '....to support child and family development and promote lifelong educational success'. Be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of children!

Early Head Start provides:

• Low teacher-child ratios ~ multi-aged classroom of 8 children with 2+ teachers
• Four training days per year; additional professional development opportunities including workshops or coursework for credit
• Opportunities for Advancement in the field of early childhood education

What You'll Do

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.
• Develop trusting relationships with the children and families by creating a positive, nurturing environment.
• Welcome and support families as the primary educator of their child, encouraging the involvement of families and supporting the development of relationships between children and families; provide opportunities for families to participate in the curriculum outside of the classroom.
• Plan and implement daily learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of children.
• Assure completion of teaching responsibilities including, but not limited to:
  • Complete developmental and behavioral screenings on each child within 45 days of starting date and continue with on-going observation and assessment procedures throughout enrollment in the program.
  • Plan and provide daily classroom activities (both teacher-initiated and child-initiated) geared to meet individual needs and interests of the children.
  • Complete 4 family visits per year, scheduling all meetings at the convenience of the family, with the goal of 2 home visits and 2 center visits each year.

Requirements

• At least 21 years of age
• Minimum of an Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field with a minimum of 6 courses in ECE/Child Development (one of which must be Child Growth and Development)

Nice To Haves

• Enthusiasm & Energy!
• Sense of Humor
• Commitment to ongoing learning
• Basic use of technology

Benefits

• Free individual health, dental & vision insurance plans
• Retirement program with a 10% employer contribution after 1 year
• Paid vacation, sick leave, & holidays
• Agency Employee Assistance Program
• Staff wellness program
• Limited slots for discounted childcare

This position is 40 hours per week/52 weeks per year.