Educare Teacher I

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Criminal Background
• Annual Physical
• TB Skin Test
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination

Job Duties:

1. Participates in orientation, pre-service and in-service training, parent meetings and all staff functions.

2. Plans and implement developmentally appropriate small group and individual activities for children in a classroom setting.

3. Maintains anecdotal observations on children in classroom and enter these observations in Teaching Strategies GOLD (TSG) as required (2 observations per area per child per month). Complete checkpoints using TSG four times per program year as assigned.

4. Maintains child/staff ratio (based on Head Start performance standards and NC Child Care licensing) and active supervision of children at all times.

5. Develops positive relationships with children and families. Observe and include each child and family various cultures and differences in the classroom.

6. Creates a classroom environment that fosters independence and promotes optimum development in all areas of learning.

7. Maintains quality environments for young children, including sanitation of toys, materials, etc. in accordance with NC Child Care guidelines.

8. Works cooperatively with parents, staff, volunteers and the community.

9. Develops and implement daily schedule and individualized lesson plans utilizing Developmentally Appropriate Practice.

10. Assists in the development and implementation of the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) for children with special needs.

11. Observes children for signs and abuse/neglect and follows procedure; making referrals as needed. Informs supervisor immediately.

12. Informs the Family Services staff if a child is absent more than three consecutive days or three days total during a one month period.

13. Provides parents with information on classroom activities and ways parents can extend learning at home.

14. Maintains required up-to-date postings for parents and agency.

15. Collaborates with families in scheduling and conducting two in-home visits per year, as well as, two center-based parent conferences per year.

16. Works cooperatively with all service areas, parents, volunteers and community to foster coordinated and integrated services for children and families.

17. Maintains appropriate and accurate records and reports including attendance and CACFP reports.(following procedures outlined in the Policies and Procedure Manual)

18. Follows routine schedule of assigned housekeeping duties in classroom and center.

19. Completes a professional development plan and maintain and update all certifications, credentials and other training as required.

20. Adheres to Infant Toddler Environmental Rating and Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scale.

21. Adheres to Head Start Performance Standards, North Carolina licensing requirements and maintain all Sanitation and facility licensing requirements at all times.

22. Makes referrals, as needed, to service areas (Family Services, Health/Nutrition, Disabilities/Mental Health/Parent Involvement) to ensure child and family needs are met.

23. Attends mandatory monthly meetings.

24. Maintains cleanliness in classrooms/centers by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and disposing of trash as needed.

25. Maintains cleanliness of playgrounds by conducting playground checks as assigned. Cleanliness entails picking up and removing debris, sweeping, raking and placement of playground materials. Report any safety concerns to supervisor immediately. Maintains active supervision of children on playground.

26. Participates in monthly Parent Committee Meetings.

27. Collaborates with parents, families and community leaders as to encourage on-going classroom/center volunteers. Maintain accurate records and report in-kind monthly to designated staff.

28. Responsible for maintaining confidentiality regarding sensitive or private information as it relates to children, families and staff.

29. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or other management staff.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Associate Degree - Early Childhood Education Preferred

2. Infant Toddler CDA Credential Accepted

3. Criminal Record Check

4. Annual Physical Examination/TB Test

5. First Aid, CPR

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kinston, NC 28501: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you fully vaccinated against COVID-19?

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location