Early Head Start Teacher
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans
- New Orleans, LA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Knowledge of infant and toddler growth and development, as well as Early Childhood Education and best practices.
- Ability to communicate proficiently in English with children, families, staff and community agencies and partners.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction and make mathematical computations and tabulations.
- Ability to operate modern office equipment (computer, fax, scanner, copier).
- Ability to operate Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and the internet.
- Knowledge of special needs of families and aware of ways to effectively communicate and assist them.
- Ability to be a mandated reporter for suspected child abuse or neglect.
- Ability to work in another position when needed.
- Infant Toddler CDA credential or equivalent to a CDA with two years Early Childhood experience and ability to work continuously toward an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. Proven proficiency in verbal and written communication skills.
- Ensure classroom activities (including transitions) are age and developmentally appropriate, as well as aligned with the Head Start Philosophy.
- Ensure classroom interactions are age and developmentally appropriate, as well as aligned with the Head Start Philosophy.
- Ensure playground interactions are age and developmentally appropriate, as well as aligned with the Head Start Philosophy/Licensing Regulations.
- Complete and submit lesson plans that reflect planning for individuals, small and large groups according to procedures, including IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan) goals and objectives as needed.
- Create a sense of community in the classroom through relationship building and allowing children to complete routine tasks.
- Implement approved weekly lesson plan in the classroom daily.
- Prepare materials and supplies in advance for activities.
- Ensure that Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG) and Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) reflects accurate information on each child.
- Gather, maintain and review data toward Outcomes and School Readiness Goals three times per year in Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG) and Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) according to program calendar.
- Understand and utilize the researched based Frogstreet Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Two-Year Olds.
- Use screenings, ongoing assessments, information from parents and other staff to meet the learning needs of each child.
- Complete daily experience sheets for each child throughout the day to keep parents informed about their child's diapering, nap and feeding schedules.
- Conduct Parent Conferences using the ChildPlus Parent Report 5024.
- Provide transition activities for each child according to procedure for children moving from room to room as well as into Head Start.
- Provide a daily balanced schedule of child initiated and adult initiated activities.
- Ensure that modifications are made to include children with special needs.
- Promote and respect children and families' culture by providing experiences and learning materials that are representative of children's cultures.
- Learn and express key words in children's home language.
- Ensure that all screenings, assessments, and observations on each child are conducted/completed according to program calendar and policies and procedures; ensuring all required information is contained in each child's file.
- Ensure classroom compliance with State Licensing Regulations, Head Start Performance Standards, CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program), and agency policies and procedures.
- Participate in child staffing's to discuss strengths, needs and goals for children and families.
- Utilize computer and Child Plus program to enter, maintain and monitor data for recordkeeping and tracking purposes according to program calendar.
- Monitor classroom and playground for health and safety concerns according to procedures.
- Establish effective communication with families through monthly calendars, newsletters, home visits and parent/teacher conferences.
- Complete daily health inspections and follow up documentation.
- Complete and submit accident reports in the required timeframe.
- Ensure sanitation, hygiene procedures and health practices are strictly adhered to daily and assist in the daily maintenance of the classroom.
- Ensure CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System) score for classroom is at or above established program threshold.
- Mentor substitutes and volunteers.
- Ensure family style dining.
- Check emails a minimum of 2x daily.
- Submit accurate and timely employee time, attendance, and mileage reports.
- Secure and document in-kind contributions, volunteer time, and community support.
- Attend training and in-service as assigned.
- Ensure all paperwork is accurate and submitted timely.
- Adheres to agency's HS/EHS confidentiality policy, professional ethics, and standards, demonstrating work habits which comply with agency personnel policies and procedures.
- Regular attendance and timely arrival to assigned work site.
- Ability to pass a physical exam and TB (Tuberculosis test) yearly.
- Perform other duties, as assigned.