Early Head Start Teacher

Columbia Opportunities IncSpencertown, NY, US

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Job Description

Position : Early Head Start Co-Teacher

Hours : 37.5 hours per week / 12 months per year

Locations : Philmont and Valatie – In Person

Wages : $20 per hour

Status : Full Time - Non-Exempt

Reports to : Education / Operations Manager

Position Summary

Early Head Start works with infants and toddlers from eligible families to support their early development and prepare them for future learning. Early Head Start Co-Teachers work as a team in using evidence-and play-based learning models and have an additional responsibility to collaborate with family members and other Early Head Start staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities. The Early Head Start Teacher maintains a nurturing and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that supports the healthy growth and development of young children and enhances school readiness.

Essential Education and Experience

An Infant / Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR comparable credential AND have been trained or have equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development
One or more years of experience working with infants and toddlers in an early childhood education or care setting

Essential Skills, Abilities, and Characteristics

Ability to work with culturally diverse children and families

Ability to work with families who have low incomes

Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices for infants and toddlers

Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills

Ability to maintain and ensure confidentiality

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Other

Clean, valid, New York State driver's license is preferred and may be required at some locations

Following an offer of employment, candidates are subject to an inquiry with the New York State Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment and a background check

Medical examination, including tuberculin (PPD) test

Responsibilities

Establish a warm and developmentally appropriate environment for all children

Develop and implement a consistent daily routine in the classroom

Provide a balance of individual activities including responsive caregiving, routines and intentional experiences

Provide classroom experiences that will enhance early learning and development

Participate in professional development experiences as required by OCFS and Early Head Start regulations, performance standards, and best practices to enhance service delivery for children and families

Our Benefits

When you join our team as a full-time employee, you will also enjoy :

Health & dental benefits that are cost shared by the employer

Employer paid Vision & Life Insurance Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with employer contributions

Flexible Spending Account for medical & dependent care expenses

Generous paid leave including up to 13 holidays, “school” vacation days, personal and sick time

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program for all employees and their family

Casual dress code

Employee Discounts

COI is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination in employment for all qualified persons without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, arrest record, veteran status, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics / genetic information or carrier status, disability, domestic violence victim status, reproductive health decision making, ethnic group identification, ethnic background, traits historically associated with race, or any other protected trait under federal, state or local law.

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Early Head Start Teacher • Spencertown, NY, US