RESPONSIBILITIES: To provide a comprehensive Head Start experience that meets the requirements of the Head Start Performance Standards. To integrate component activities within the classroom. To empower parents and staff as team members in a comprehensive approach to child development and self-sufficiency.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Travel between multiple, assigned classrooms to work with the Teacher to plan, prepare, and conduct center.
• Assure children’s individual needs and differences are met.
• Plan and implement learning experiences that advance the intellectual, emotional and physical development of children.
• Give classroom staff breaks outside the classroom for planning, prep, and documentation.
• Observe and document children’s progress and base individualized planning on the goal of improving school readiness.
• Complete record keeping, communication, case notes, and other documentation.
• Work as a team member within the classroom and maintain professionalism.
• Develop and maintain a Professional Development Plan with the Coach/Mentor.
• Facilitate the transition of Head Start children to the next educational facility.
• Coordinate and integrate nutrition and health activities into the classroom.
• Assist with grantee efforts in recruitment of Head Start children.
• Support and Model United’s Behavioral Competencies.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A current Infant Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) or an Early Childhood Degree
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Flexibility to move from one classroom to another and meet the needs of the room and individual children.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated interpersonal skills.
• Computer/keyboarding skills required.
• Ability to work as part of a team, provide team leadership, and supervise on-site staff.
• Understanding and respect for cultural diversity and participant’s right to make their own decisions.
• Demonstrated skills in problem-solving and conflict resolution strategies.
• Ability to travel regularly to classroom locations, meetings, workshops and conferences.
• Reliable mode of transportation.
• Reliable, regular attendance.
• Knowledge and understanding of child development, integration of services and of issues faced by low-income people.
• Must have satisfactory completion of background check.
• Must have satisfactory completion of medical exam and health screenings as requested per Head Start regulations along with completion of COVID-19 Vaccination.

Please refer to Job #0622E when applying.