Teacher - Early Head Start Program - Baltimore Community Works

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours! Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

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.

• 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

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

• Childcare Center Director Certification
  -Maryland State Department of Education-Office of Childcare (required)
• 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)
• 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)

• High school diploma (required)

• 1 year of progressive, related experience (required)

• Microsoft Word and Outlook software (required)

• Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Teamwork
• Active listening
• Relationship building
• Microsoft Word Outlook software
• Planning and implementation
• Assessment
• Goal setting
• Coaching and guidance
• Work independently
• Work with infants/toddlers
• Safe sleep, health and safety protocols
• Documentation
• Written observations
• Escalate issues appropriately

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, 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
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer. As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

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