Job Title
Early Head Start Teacher
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Company Name
Development Centers
Location
Detroit, MI
Job Type
Full Time
Job Summary
This position plans and implements a program of educational activities for infants and toddlers that encourages age appropriate growth and development in a variety of areas. The employee fulfilling this job is expected to complete assignments with a high standard of accuracy, attention to detail, and timely completion of work. This position works under the direction of the Site Leader/Early Education Specialist.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Responsible for ensuring that daily activities and interactions reflect the mission and goals of the program
- Plan and implement a program of educational activities for infants and toddlers, including writing a weekly lesson plan that specifies daily schedule, and achieves specific curriculum goals as written in education component plan
- Evaluate the accomplishments of the children on a regular basis and reports progress
- Plan and implement an individual service plan for each child in the classroom
- Plan and conduct at least two conferences and two home visits per child
- Plan and implement outdoor activities that develop gross motor skills
- Promote feelings of security and trust in infants and toddlers by being warm, supportive, and comforting, and by establishing strong and caring relationships
- Develop curriculum activities that reflect the ethnic/multi-cultural makeup of the community
- Maintain compliance with day-care licensing and HHS regulations
- Assist in ensuring that all health and developmental screenings are up-to-date
- Plan assignments and participate in the performance review of the assistant teacher
- Ability and desire for personal and professional growth and skill development
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or Elementary Education with a ZA (or Early Childhood) endorsement required
- Previous professional experience working with infants and toddlers
How to apply
You may apply on Indeed or send resumes to smeeks@develctrs.org