Teacher- Early Head Start Job Flint area,Michigan USA,Education / Teaching

Job Summary

The Early Head Start Teacher is responsible for the planning, supervision and implementation of a developmentally appropriate early childhood program, and for meeting the social, emotional, intellectual and physical needs of infants and toddlers in the Early Head Start Program. Comprehensive services will be offered in partnership with Head Start/Early Head Start staff specializing in Health, Family Engagement, Disabilities, and Behavioral Health.

Essential

Duties (May include, but not limited to)

Plans individual and group activities to stimulate optimal growth in all domains for the assigned students (each teacher is the primary caregiver to four students). Plans must be aligned with Head Start Performance Standards, the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, the State of Michigan Early Learning Standards and the Creative Curriculum. Student interest informs all planned experiences and are play‑based.

Develops and uses instructional materials aligned with Creative Curriculum and suitable for infants and toddlers.

Plans instructional activities based on student goals and objectives as written in the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) or Individualized Education Program (IEP) for students with disabilities.

Plans and engages in outdoor experiences for minimally 60 minutes per day in accordance with the State of Michigan’s Childcare Licensing Rules and the GISD’s outdoor policy.

Maintains the confidentiality of each student and family. Respects the culture and background of each family served. Maintains confidentiality of co‑workers and the workplace.

Uses developmental screenings and student observation assessments as required to determine each student’s development and growth in all domains.

Analyzes and utilizes data for planning instruction and reporting results to program administrators and families.

Provides a welcoming, nurturing, responsive and supportive environment to establish and reinforce age‑appropriate student behavior and social skills.

Assesses families’ needs and assists with follow up.

Conducts two home visits and two parent/teacher conferences per year for each child in class.

Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of students’ work.

Provides data driven individual and small group instruction to meet individual needs of students in language, cognitive, social‑emotional and physical skills as well as supporting the development of healthy habits, independence, and self‑concept.

Utilizes Child Plus and other program applications as required to document attendance.

Maintains a routine schedule of data collection for student assessment including observations, collection of anecdotal notes, and completion of developmental screenings. Assessments and developmental screeners are completed in the required time frames.

Uses Teaching Strategies Gold (or other assigned evaluation tool) to analyze data and measure student growth within the timeframe provided by the program.

Assists students with health and physical needs and personal care routines including toilet training, diapering, and eating.

Follows Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) regulations during mealtimes.

Plans and coordinates the work of Classroom Support, students and volunteers in the classroom.

Assists in the orientation and training of staff and volunteers in the room.

Communicates regularly with families to discuss educational goals and/or concerns. Has the ability to develop written communication in a professional manner when needed.

Interprets school program to families to strengthen their understanding of their individual student’s needs and the school’s role in the student’s learning and growth.

Promotes family involvement in educational activities provided for their students including volunteering in the classroom or in other activities.

Participates in staff and center team meetings.

Participates in required professional development hours, both virtually and in person. Completes virtual training within the designated time frame.

Actively supervises students at all times. Uses active supervision strategies consistently…