Early Head Start Teacher

Description

Head Start Birth‑5 has an opening for a full‑time Early Head Start Teacher position working 35 hours per week. Responsible for the planning, organization, and implementation of education services for Early Head Start infants and toddlers ages 6 months to 3 years old. Will work in collaboration with a Co‑Teacher and Classroom Aide to prepare and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans, utilizing research‑based curriculum as designated by the Head Start Birth‑5 program.

This position will complete the required developmental, behavioral, and sensory screenings within the required time allotted, and complete duties and responsibilities as they relate to the Head Start Performance Standards, Indiana Day Care Licensing Regulations, CACFP Guidelines, and Head Start Birth‑5 Forms and Procedures Manual.

Childhood Development Associate (CDA) credential or comparable credential with training or equivalent coursework in early childhood development focused on infants and toddlers is required. LHDC may provide on‑the‑job training to obtain the appropriate credentials if necessary. Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching infants and toddlers preferred. Must meet Head Start and Indiana Childcare Licensing Regulations, including Head Start Standards of Conduct, federal and state criminal history requirements, sex offender registry checks, drug screen, physical exam, and annual TB test.

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage
• Voluntary life and life insurance
• Vacation leave
• 13 paid holidays
• 401(k) plan
• Professional development reimbursement after 6 months employment

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Human Resources: 812‑547‑3435 ext. 258 or HR.

LHDC provides services to clients regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, disability, veteran status, genetics, national origin, ancestry, or familial status. The agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer.