About this role
Job Title: OSR Teacher
Location: Easter Seals, Selma-Dallas County
Sector: Education
Type: In-Person
Salary: Starting at $48,552 commensurate with degree and years of experience
Benefits: Yes
Job Breakdown
Ready, set, START!
Our client in Selma, Alabama, is looking for an OSR Teacher motivated to plant seeds of knowledge and create learning content for children ages 3 to 5. Interested? Read more below, learn about what we're looking for, and apply today!
What you w ill o wn
- Curriculum Development and Implementation:
Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
- Utilize the Head Start curriculum framework, such as Creative Curriculum or High Scope Curriculum.
- Incorporate culturally relevant materials and activities.
- Classroom Management:
Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
- Establish classroom rules and routines to support positive behavior.
- Conduct ongoing assessments of children's progress.
- Family Engagement:
Establish positive relationships with families.
- Conduct home visits and parent-teacher conferences.
- Provide resources and referrals to families as needed.
- Professional Development:
Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
- Collaborate with colleagues and attend team meetings.
- Stay current with best practices in early childhood education and Head Start requirements.
- Compliance and Documentation:
Maintain accurate records of children's progress and attendance.
- Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and local, state, and federal regulations.
- Assist with program self-assessment and continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
- Education:
Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field required.
- CDA (Child Development Associate) credential preferred.
- Experience:
Minimum of 2 years in early childhood education, preferably within a Head Start program.
- Experience working with diverse populations and low-income families.
- Skills and Abilities:
Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education principles.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in using technology for educational and administrative purposes.
- Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling.
- Ability to engage in physical activities with children.
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