About this opportunity
Columbia Opportunities, Inc. lists this Early Head Start Teacher opportunity in valatie, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Early Head Start Teacher
Hours: 37.5 hours per week / 12 months per year (Non-exempt)
Locations: Philmont and Valatie – In Person
Wages: $20 per hour
Position Summary
Early Head Start 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
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.
Worksite address
valatie, NY, 12184, US
Who can apply
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