Head Start Teacher FLOATER - North Port, United States - Children First, Inc

Description

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750.00 sign on bonus available for this position

Why choose Children First as an employer?

We are very proud of the work we do and the people we employ. We strive to provide a positive work environment that encourages personal and professional growth.
We are one of the Top 1% of all Head Start programs in the US. We are a Program of Excellence. We offer comprehensive care (not just childcare) to our participants and their families.
You will work with fun, dynamic, and passionate coworkers dedicated to making children's lives better.
We offer competitive pay and benefits.
We offer a generous PTO and Vacation time.

We are very passionate about the mental health and wellness of our staff and proudly offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) as well as Mental Health and Wellness programs.

We offer a retirement savings program that includes matching funds.
Scholarships available to eligible employees to continue education through master's program.
This FLOATER Position SUPPORTS several classrooms.

9am-5:
30pm
Learn more about us and see why we are your employer of choice.
Requirements:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability needed for this position. Reasonable accommodations as required to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HSPPS # A program must ensure all staff engaged in the delivery of program services have sufficient knowledge, training, experience, and competencies to fulfill the roles and responsibilities of their positions.

Licenses / Certifications
Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record – proof of auto insurance within agency limits, or access to transportation
Immediate/continued enrollment in the Criminal History Registry-Child Care Division
Current Health Appraisal, updated every two (2) years
Certification in First Aid and Adult, Infant and Child CPR
Education / Equivalent Experience ~~ Minimum Required:

Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field and enrolled and attending a program to obtain a baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education.

Desired/Preferred Education:

BA; or MA in Early Childhood Education or related field with 21+ semester hours in ECE/Child Development
State mandated 45-hour coursework completion or ability to complete within established timeframes;
One (1) year experience working in an early childhood setting with a diverse population of preschool children, ages 3-5
This position SUPPORTS several classrooms

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Demonstrate/Knowledge to:

Provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions
Plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation
Use results of assessment to promote children's progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework:

Ages al language learners, as appropriate
Set and maintain professional boundaries with families
Use technology to plan, record, report and monitor education and child development services

Skill/Ability to:

Speak, read and write English; bilingual language(s) helpful
Collect, analyze and utilize data to plan and monitor growth in child outcomes and school readiness
Solve problems and make appropriate decisions
Manage time, solve problems and make appropriate decisions in varying situations
Work collaboratively and cooperatively with fellow staff, parents, and community representative

Compensation details:

Hourly Wage

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