Teacher

CHILD & FAMILY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

Community Action Team, Inc.

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Teacher DEPARTMENT: Children’s Programs

POSITION REPORTS TO: Center Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

The teacher is responsible for developing an atmosphere for learning that is pleasant for children, families, volunteers, and staff. S/he will plan and implement an appropriate program following the Integrated Work Plan that will address the intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development of each child. The teacher will coordinate the activities in the classroom and on home visits while developing and maintaining positive relationships with families. S/he will encourage and assist parents to become involved in the development of their own children.

QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM:

1. AA degree in Early Childhood Education.

2. Must have two years preschool teaching experience in a classroom or center-based setting.

3. Minimum of one year of experience as a direct supervisor.

PREFERRED:

1. Baccalaureate or advanced degree in early childhood education; or a baccalaureate or advanced degree and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education.

2. Must have two years preschool teaching experience in a classroom or center-based setting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide supervision, including reflective supervision, delegation and evaluation to all staff and volunteers assigned to the classroom. Provide role modeling and training for assistants, aides and volunteers.

2. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons and classroom schedules which meet the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, Performance Standards, School Readiness Guide and program goals, supporting progress and growth in the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical domains for each child. Lesson plans and schedules will be shared and posted.

3. Ensure baseline screenings and ongoing assessment and data collection are completed to allow for individualizing activities that meet children’s developmental needs, including IFSP goals as needed.

4. Ensure that individualizing is planned for throughout the day, including IFSP goals as needed, and clearly indicated on lesson plans. Individualizing includes developing and supporting behavior plans targeted at supporting and increasing child capacity and success.

5. Maintain all written records, lesson plans, and documentation on individual children and their families within program time frames.

6. Promote the development of parents’ skills as the primary educators of their children through advocacy, support, collaboration, and regular and ongoing communication.

7. Ensure that children are constantly supervised and guided using active supervision and positive behavior and interventions and supports (PBIS).

8. Responsible for classroom set up and maintenance, insuring a well-maintained, safe and developmentally appropriate environment.

9. Ensure that routines are carried out in a manner that is consistent with appropriate child development practices and within health and safety guidelines.

10. Help collect in-kind for the center. TEACHER Updated 7-2025 2

11. Help with inventory at the end of the year.

12. Must attend a minimum of 24 clock hours of professional development per year.

13. Maintain program and client confidentiality policies.

14. Must maintain a working knowledge and implement program plans, policies and Head Start Program Performance Standards.

15. Fulfill requirements as a Mandatory reporter.

16. Other duties assigned.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Be a respectful, cooperative, and reliable team member, consistently treating coworkers, families, and community partners with respect and dignity.

2. Contribute to the operation of the program by attending and participating in program staff meetings; and sharing information gained through attendance at required trainings, workshops, and consultations.

3. Support in the evaluation and planning of program goals and plans.

4. Maintain professional and collaborative relationships by supporting and implementing position related duties of program contracts, MOU’s and interagency agreements.

5. Maintain professionalism in dress and manner: Arrive to work on time, ready to work and participate. Meet program timeframes, checking email daily as well as site specific communication systems.

6. Ensures and maintains strict confidentiality of all sensitive information.

Code of Conduct:

Perform all work in compliance with program plans, policies, Head Start Program Performance Standards, and CAT Codes of Conduct.

Confidentiality:

Respect and maintain program and client confidentiality policies regarding enrolled children and families, personnel issues, and other program operations as appropriate. Continuously ensure strict confidentiality of all sensitive information encountered while performing the duties of the position.

Training:

In consultation with supervisor, develop professional work goals and development plan, participating in training as requested.

JOB/BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

1. Experience and education in children’s learning styles.

2. Evidence of organizational skills with attention to detail.

3. Must have dependable transportation and/or valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

4. Evidence of ability to work in a cooperative team manner, coordinate directly with members of management, able to follow directions and program rules and policies.

5. Must be on the Central Background Registry, pass a pre-employment drug screening and have completed a TB screen.

6. Must be willing and available to work flexible hours, occasional evenings or weekends; also, to include the ability to attend meetings and trainings that may require out-of-town travel and overnight stays.

7. Must have intermediate working knowledge and skills with computers including Microsoft Office, Adobe, Google Drive, etc.

8. Ability to work with families from a diverse population.

9. Ability to de-escalate situations effectively, and to problem solve efficiently and bring TEACHER Updated 7-2025 3 issues to resolution.

10. Ability to return to task quickly despite constant interruptions.

11. Make decisions independently in accordance with established policies, and use initiative and judgment in carrying out tasks and responsibilities. Utilize problem identification and resolution techniques.

12. Establish and maintain records, reports and statistical data.

13. Remain calm and use good judgement during confrontational or high-pressure situations.

14. Ability to effectively communicate positively, respectfully, sensitively and confidentially in a professional manner with children, families, community partners and co-workers in both verbal and written format.

15. Understanding effective mentoring and modeling strategies.

16. Ability to adhere to program rules and program requirements.

ATTENDANCE:

1. Typical schedule is Monday-Friday 2. Hours are generally 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM with occasional need for weekend or off-hours support for events, trainings, etc.

SAFETY: Compliance with regular safety guidelines is acceptable.

FLSA STATUS:

Exempt

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES:

1. Food Handler’s

2. Driver license

3. First Aid & CPR – Adult/Children

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.78 - $42.39 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person