Job Overview
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $25.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional development opportunities
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Flexible Schedule
Job Description
Porter-Leath Early Head Start is a well-established childcare and development organization dedicated to providing comprehensive early childhood education and family support services to children and families in the community. As a part of Porter-Leath, an organization known for its commitment to nurturing young children and supporting at-risk families, the Early Head Start program focuses on children from birth to three years old, emphasizing a holistic approach to development including health, education, and social services. The agency complies with rigorous standards set forth by nationally recognized bodies such as Head Start, the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC),... Show More
Job Requirements
- associates degree in early childhood education or certified development associate certification with infant toddler endorsement
- two years of relevant work experience with infants and/or toddlers
- ability to obtain or hold CPR and First Aid certification
- effective oral and written communication skills
- sincere desire to make a difference in the community
- ability to develop a positive relationship with children, staff and others from diverse backgrounds including children with special needs
- ability to work effectively with parents
- commitment to continued education and professional growth
- ability to handle sensitive issues confidentially
- ability to follow directives in a timely manner
- flexibility in scheduling
- ability to develop trusting relationships in clients' homes
- ability to work as a team player
- valid driver's license with good driving record and appropriate insurance
Job Qualifications
- associates degree in early childhood education or certified development associate certification with infant toddler endorsement
- two years of relevant work experience with infants and/or toddlers
- effective oral and written communication skills
- ability to work positively with children, staff and others from diverse backgrounds including children with special needs
- ability to work effectively and positively with parents
- sincere desire to make a difference in the community
- commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
- flexibility in scheduling
- ability to maintain confidentiality and objectivity
- ability to develop trusting relationships
- ability to work as a team player
- conviction about the capacity of people to grow and change
- ability to set limits and maintain helping role
Job Duties
- perform according to the standards set forth by Head Start, the NAEYC, CWLA, Tennessee Day Care Licensing, CACFP and Porter-Leath
- assume responsibilities as the primary caregiver for one group of children that includes children with special needs
- plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities of enrichment and care for one classroom of children daily
- work cooperatively with program staff to provide a continuum of health, education and support services to children and their families
- cooperatively work with other staff members in creating a positive environment for children, families and staff
- assist in maintaining appropriate records of attendance, meal counts, etc. necessary to produce reports
- serve and supervise meals in accordance with CACFP requirements
- assist in developing, implementing and monitoring a coordinated plan of care for each family
- act as mentor to families of children in group
- support and teach good parenting practices
- conduct regular parent conferences, contact and home visits with families
- conduct parent involvement activities
- maintain a healthy classroom environment by following health and safety precautions and sanitation procedures
- keep supervisor informed of programmatic issues in a timely and concise manner
- contribute to team effort by performing other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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