Teacher, Early Childhood Education

## Description#
** SUMMARY
* * Under the supervision of the Curriculum Specialist is responsible for providing a stimulating environment for the growth, well-being and development of the children, and the creation and implementation of lesson plans that successfully prepare children for Kindergarten readiness.#
** PRIMARY DUTIES**
* ** Classroom Environment:
** Provides a safe and stimulating environment that meets Head Start standards.+ Selects appropriate materials and equipment and arranges the room to provide an environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental level and learning style of the children.+ Provides the group with a positive routine and with simple rules that are understood and accepted by children and adults.+ Help children to know, accept and appreciate themselves as individuals.

Help each child develop a sense of independence and acquire the ability to express, understand and control feelings. Encourage feelings of mutual respect among the children in the group.+ Follows written policies and regulations established by the Center, Health Department and granting agency.+ Makes regular inspections and reports the need for repair or replacement of classroom supplies and equipment to their supervisor, using proper work order and supply request forms.
* ** Curriculum:
** Plans lessons and creates activities that successfully prepare children for kindergarten readiness.+ Develops written weekly lesson plans utilizing Creative Curriculum as well as written individualized education plans.+ Provides daily activities and experiences which encourage questioning, probing and problem-solving skills appropriate to developmental level and learning style of the children.+ Provides experiences that stimulate children to explore and express their creative ability+ Assists children in using language as a means of communicating their thoughts, feelings and understanding of others.
* ** Assessment and Documentation:
** Assesses all children's level of development and documents progress throughout the year using the work sampling system.+ Observes children on a daily basis recording at least 2 observations per week per child by individualizing for each child.+ Formally assesses each child's development using working sampling data 3 times per year. Planning for children after assessment using data from Work Sampling Summary reports.+

Makes appropriate referrals based upon assessments, team planning sessions, CDT etc.+ Maintains all necessary record keeping, including daily meal count, attendance.
* ** Parent Involvement:
** Encourages parent involvement and coaches parents on their child's continuous education.+ Establishes positive and productive relationships with parents and encourages them to participate in the Center's activity.+ Plans at a minimum 2 parent conferences per year and completes 2 home visits per year.+ Organizes and serves as a partner with the parents and the classroom FSC for the Class Committee.
* ** Professional Development:
** Strives to improve skills and knowledge base on an ongoing basis.+ Participates in all professional development initiatives and assigned trainings organized by the program and the grantee office.+ Participates in outside workshops, seminars and training programs that will facilitate ongoing professional development.#
** SECONDARY DUTIES
*** Works cooperatively with all other staff members in the implementation of Center plans, activities, policies and rules.
* Serves as a member of CDT when appropriate.
* Participates in all supplemental and enrichment activities such as parent orientation, transition night, and male involvement activities, total parent meetings and more.
* Attends all staff meetings and team meetings as assigned.
* Upholds the vision, mission and values of St. Vincent de Paul.
* Assists with and attends special events held by the Center and St. Vincent de Paul as necessary, attends meetings etc.
* Creates an atmosphere of care and respect for staff, volunteers and clients.
* Supports a welcoming and positive environment for volunteers and works with them effectively.
* Other duties as assigned, within the scope of the position.## Qualifications#
** QUALIFICATIONS
* ** Associate's Degree in Education, required, Early Childhood Education, preferred
* 1 year classroom experience, preferred
* Experience working with people who are/have experienced homelessness, living with substance abuse/mental health problems, and/or at-risk populations,
* Strong problem-solving skills.
* Experience setting and accomplishing program outcomes.
* Ability to interact with people of varying ages and cultural backgrounds.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Sound computer skills.
* Effective oral and written communication skills.#
** PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
**** ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
** X   Primarily Indoor Work
** TYPE OF WORK
** X  MEDIUM WORK:
Lifting 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects up to 25 pounds.
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