Teacher EHS

UScope:

To plan and provide a program of educational activities that promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of infants and toddlers. Develop individual goals for children, provide on-going assessment on progress, and facilitate transition into Head Start or other educational school settings in partnership with parents.

UEssential Functions

• Utilizing the High Scope Curriculum, plan and carry out developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for infants and toddlers to advance children’s development in all areas (social, emotional, cognitive, and physical).
• Coordinate the planning and implementation of daily lessons that incorporate children’s individual goals, parent input, and/or goals identified by an IFSP or IEP.
• Collaborate with teaching partner(s) and program staff to plan for each child’s progress utilizing developmental screenings and assessments, parent input, support strategies, and observations.
• Conduct and record on-going assessment of children through observations, anecdotal notes, and screenings.
• Ensure the health and safety of children, families and staff, per agency, federal, state and local policies, including active participation in agency level Safety Committee
• Ensure no child is left unsupervised at any time.
• Work with and demonstrate a commitment, caring, and respect for children and adults regardless of race, gender, age, and cultural or ethnic background
• A self-starter with the ability to multitask to meet various deadlines and complete tasks.
• Maintain an appropriate and engaging classroom environment. Be actively engaged with children throughout the daily routine. Promote positive adult/child interactions that foster children’s development. .
• Modify the activities and/or environment to meet the changing needs of infants and toddlers.
• Plan and conduct a minimum of two parent/teacher conferences and two home visits in accordance with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Establish and maintain a positive communication system with parents using various methods.
• Develop curriculum activities that reflect the ethnic/multi-cultural makeup of the community.
• Promote family and community classroom volunteer opportunities and document participation appropriately.
• Assist each child with diaper changes, toilet learning, feedings, and other personal care tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality of information related to home and school environment.
• Provide activities that foster the development of positive self-image and socialization.
• Conduct and record classroom equipment and supply inventory.
• Work cooperatively as a member of a team with other program and supervisory staff.
• Complete and maintain all required documentation i.e. home visits, parent teacher conferences, CACFP, attendance, developmental screenings, assessments and individual learning plans in a thorough and timely manner.
• Comply with all licensing regulations and performance standards.
• Promote parents as their child’s “first and best teacher” through such means as parent/child activities, child development and child management information, use of classroom observation tools, and parent training.
• Encourage families to attend training, parent meetings, and participate in the Policy Council.
• Assist in enrollment and recruitment activities.
• Actively participate in early childhood program employee talent outreach, recruitment and retention efforts.

• Assist in generating non-federal match value through program activities and collaborations for the Head Start program.
• Maintain a positive attitude towards assigned work, clients, and staff, and a willingness to work with others.
• Further professional development by attending national, state, and local meetings of relevance to program goals and completing a minimum of 15 hours clock hours annually.
• Serve as an advocate for low-income persons in the community through means that may include but not be limited to membership in an advocacy group, participation in a professional organization, and efforts to affect present community services in a manner that would insure their greater availability or efficiency. Act as an advocate for agency clients attempting to secure services or assistance from other agencies.
• Ability and willingness to make home visits.
• Ability and willingness to continue personal and professional growth and skill development.