What are the responsibilities and job description for the HEAD START - TEACHER position at Monroe County ISD?
- JobID: 4288
- Provide an individualized prescriptive program for each child, tailored to overcome child's limitations and enhance strengths.
- Monitor the development of each child's skills.
- Provide and model appropriate educational materials for parents to use with their child.
- Assist in the assessment of language development, fine and gross motor development, cognitive, emotional and social development.
- Maintain classroom equipment, work areas, student files/records (e.g. instructional materials, cleaning work areas/playground., etc. for the purpose of ensuring availability of items, providing reliable information and/or ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.
- Implement academic, behavior, health and nutrition plans (e.g. literacy activities, stories, songs, math/science activities, art, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established regulations and/or performance standards and encouraging parent involvement.
- Develop and maintain an appropriate relationship with parents and inform them of the student's progress.
- Provide supervision and direction to teacher aide. Organize and plan activities for teacher aide.
- Participate in extracurricular activities that are a part of the total educational experience for all children.
- Participate in IEPC and MET meetings when appropriate.
- Participate in program committees designed to improve/enhance the overall program.
- Conduct home visits and parent conferences.
- Maintain regular, predictable in-person attendance.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation necessary for duties.
- Follow work rules.
- Adhere to MCISD Guidelines and Policies.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Assume other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- Bachelor's degree with a major in Early Childhood Education or a major in Child Development with a specialization in preschool teaching; or
- Valid Michigan teaching certificate and an Early Childhood Education (ZA) or Early Childhood-General and Special Education (ZS) endorsement; or
- Bachelor's degree in a child-related field including 18 semester hours of coursework in Early Childhood Education or child development and 480 hours of experience; or
- Associate's degree in child-related field including 18 semester hours of coursework in Early Childhood Education or child development and 480 hours of experience.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and parents.
- Excellent oral and written skills.
- Demonstrated organizational skills.
- A Michigan and FBI criminal history check, post job offer and prior to employment. The processing fee of $43.25 is the responsibility of the district.
- Childcare Background Check through the State of Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs post job offer and prior to employment.
Position Type:
Head Start/Teacher
Head Start/Teacher
Date Posted:
12/21/2022
12/21/2022
Location:
Head Start - Ida Elementary
Head Start - Ida Elementary
Date Available:
Immediately
Immediately
Closing Date:
Until Filled
District:
Monroe County Intermediate School District - website
Until Filled
District:
Monroe County Intermediate School District - website
Description:
REPORTS TO: Head Start/Early Head Start Director
AVAILABLE: Full-time school year position available immediately. 202 contract days (includes 11 holidays). Work schedule based on Head Start school year; Full day session. 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
SALARY & BENEFITS: 3-Step Pay Scale $38,066 - $38,811 annually; Benefits: Single medical, vision and dental. Effective July 21, 2021 and while grant funds are available: $500.00 signing bonus; Additional $500.00 after 6 months employment.
AFFILIATION: None
AFFILIATION: None
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
Job Summary:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Qualifications:
EDUCATION:
CERTIFICATION: None Required
EXPERIENCE: One year experience in an early childhood setting preferred.
SKILLS/OTHER:
CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK:
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Physical Exam and TB Test, post job offer and prior to hire, paid for by the district.
**Effective January 31, 2022, IFR 86 FR 68052, which was issued by the Office of Head Start, requires that any new Head Start employee must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before commencing employment, unless they approved for an exemption by the employer.**
**Effective January 31, 2022, IFR 86 FR 68052, which was issued by the Office of Head Start, requires that any new Head Start employee must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before commencing employment, unless they approved for an exemption by the employer.**
Working Conditions:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as student equipment and wheelchairs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and is a standard acceptable level for this environment. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of students.
Application Procedure:
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL FILLED
ONLY APPLICANTS WHO SUPPLY THE REQUESTED DOCUMENTS OUTLINED BELOW AND FULLY COMPLETE THE APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED
Internal Applicants:
Current Monroe County Intermediate School District employees who meet the qualifications must complete or update the online application at www.monroeisd.us to be considered. (Click on "Employment" and "Frontline Education - Applicant Tracking" and follow instructions to apply for this position.) Supporting documents required (resume', 3 letters of reference, and applicable certifications/license) must be uploaded with the application.
External Applicants:
Must complete online application at www.monroeisd.us. Click on "Employment" and "Frontline Education - Applicant Tracking" and follow instructions to apply for this position through the Applitrack on line employment portal. Faxed or mailed applications will not be accepted. Supporting documents required (resume, transcripts, 3 letters of reference, and applicable certifications/license) must be uploaded with the application.
Contact Information:
Monroe County Intermediate School District
1101 S. Raisinville Road
Monroe MI 48161
Phone: (734) 322-2642
The Monroe County Intermediate School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, marital status, religion, disability or handicap.
Salary : $38,066 - $38,811
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