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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $15.35 - $24.77
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
flexible schedule
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Porter-Leath Early Head Start is a community-focused organization dedicated to providing high-quality care and education to infants and toddlers aged birth to three years. As a part of the larger Porter-Leath family, which has a longstanding commitment to improving outcomes for children and families in the community, the Early Head Start program follows rigorous standards set by national and state regulatory bodies such as Head Start, the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the Child Welfare League of America (CWLA), Tennessee Day Care Licensing, and the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). These commitments ensure a... 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 (0-3)
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work with children with special needs
- Ability to work effectively with parents
- Commitment to continuous improvement and ongoing education
- Flexibility in scheduling
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and objectivity
- 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
- bachelor's degree preferred
- Two years of relevant work experience with infants and/or toddlers (0-3)
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred
- Effective oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with diverse groups
- Ability to have a positive relationship with children, staff and others from diverse backgrounds, including children with special needs
- Ability to work effectively and positively with parents
- Possess an attitude of continuous improvement
- Commitment to continued education including participating in workshops, conferences, training sessions
- Ability to provide a continuum of care to pregnant women and children ages birth to 3 years old
- Ability to perceive and deal with sensitive issues while maintaining confidentiality and objectivity
- Flexibility in scheduling
- Ability to develop trusting relationships within a client's home
- Ability to work as a team player and interact/assist all employees as necessary
- Ability to forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families
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.
- 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
- 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 Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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