Early Head Start Lead Teacher

1 month ago

Wheat Ridge, Colorado, United States Jefferson County, Colorado Full time
Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children and their families?

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Early Head Start Lead Teacher to join our team at Jefferson County, Colorado.

Job Summary

The Early Head Start Lead Teacher will be responsible for implementing curriculum in an infant (0-18 months) or toddler (18-36 months) classroom of 8 children, maintaining compliance with Head Start Performance standards, and partnering with a multi-disciplinary team to provide the best service to our Head Start Families.

Key Responsibilities
  • Implementing Creative Curriculum that are developmentally appropriate lesson plans, including activities geared toward social-emotional development and utilizing trauma-informed care practices
  • Developing and implementing lesson plans that include large groups, small groups, and individualized play-based instruction to meet each child's unique developmental needs
  • Working with your Co-Teacher/Teacher Associate to ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards within the classroom
  • Conducting observations, administering development, social, and emotional screenings, and maintaining clear and complete documentation
  • Actively supervising children
  • Supporting peers by collaborating and sharing experiences to finding solutions together
  • Providing guidance and support to co-teachers, classroom aids, and volunteers to ensure developmentally appropriate Head Start practices and childcare licensing requirements are met at all times
Requirements
  • An associate, bachelor, or advanced degree in child development or early childhood education (ECE)
  • An associate, bachelor, or advanced degree in a related field with coursework equivalent to ECE, CDA with Infant-Toddler Focus or EQIT, AND a minimum of one-year work-related experience teaching infant to preschool-age children
  • An associate's degree AND be enrolled in a program that will lead to a baccalaureate degree within two years of the time of hire
Preferred Qualifications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and initiative
  • Passionate about the education of young children
  • Strong customer service
  • Experience with Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365
  • Strong time management and prioritization skills
  • Maintains regular contact with children and families in the classroom settings
  • Ability to remain calm in difficult situations
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary range of $60,000 - $62,000 USD Annual
  • Additional compensation of $1,830 annually for use of bilingual skills
  • A generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, remote work options, and more
How to Apply

Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities. Applicants will complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why they are the best candidate for the position.

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