Teacher 1 -Early Head Start Program - Baltimore Community Works

Primary Function

The Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher will contribute to the planning and implementation of a developmentally appropriate educational program that will provide children comprehensive quality services that meet the individual needs of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers being served.

Essential Job Functions

• Assesses development of children and sets goals for their development, plans individualized curriculum to help children meet goals
• Assists with providing coaching and guidance to ensure the successful inclusion of children with special needs in regular classroom activities
• Exhibits an ability to work independently and effectively with all infant and toddler age groups
• Oversees the health, safety, and well-being of all center-based children
• Adheres to safe sleep, health, and safety protocols
• Documents children's growth and development using written observations, photography, work samples, and assessment tools in hard copy and online database systems
• Reports directly to the Child Development Specialist, Lead Teacher and/or a member of the leadership team concerning the Child Development Programming and other job responsibilities

Licensing & Certification

• 90-hour Child Care Certification and 4-hour Infant/Toddler Certification – Maryland State Department of Education (required)
• Child Development Associate credential – CDA within 6 months of hire date (required)
• CPR and First Aid Certification (preferred)
• Shaken Baby Syndrome Certification (preferred)
• Child Abuse and Neglect Certification (preferred)
• Support in Breastfeeding (preferred)
• 9-hour Communication – Maryland State Department of Education (preferred)
• Teaching Strategies GOLD assessments (preferred)
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Infant/Toddler Certification (preferred)

Education & Experience

• High school diploma (required)
• 1 year of progressive, related experience (required)

Training

• Microsoft Word and Outlook software (required)

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support