Head Start Preschool Teacher -Full Year Position, Derry

Summary

Challenge yourself to make a difference in the lives of children!

The vision of the Community Action Partnership Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties (CAPHR) Head Start is '.... to support child and family development and promote lifelong educational success' . Be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of children!

Head Start provides:

Classroom support including available on-site coaching

Technology to implement curriculum and assessment

Four training days per year; additional professional development opportunities including workshops or coursework for credit

Opportunities for Advancement in the field of early childhood education

This position is 40 hours per week/52 weeks per year.

• CAPHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  
  

Duties

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.
• Develop trusting relationships with the children and families by creating a positive, nurturing environment.
• Welcome and support families as the primary educator of their child, encouraging the involvement of families and supporting the development of relationships between children and families; provide opportunities for families to participate in the curriculum outside of the classroom.
• Plan and implement daily learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of children
• Assure completion of teaching responsibilities including, but not limited to:
• Complete developmental and behavioral screenings on each child within 45 days of starting date and continue with on-going observation and assessment procedures throughout enrollment in the program.
• Plan and provide daily classroom activities (both teacher-initiated and child-initiated) geared to meet individual needs and interests of the children.
• Complete 4 family visits per year, scheduling all meetings at the convenience of the family, with the goal of 2 home visits and 2 center visits each year.
  
  

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or Associates Degree in Early Childhood or Bachelor's Degree in related field with 18 credits in ECE, including at least one 3 credit course in Child Growth and Development

Nice To Haves

Enthusiasm & Energy!

Sense of Humor

Commitment to ongoing learning

Basic use of technology

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance plans

Retirement program with a 10% employer contribution after 1 year

Paid vacation, sick leave, & holidays

Agency Employee Assistance Program

Staff wellness program

Sign on bonus

Limited slots for discounted childcare