Job Title:
EHS Teacher I
Provider:
Wayne Metro Community Action Agency
Center Name:
Early Childhood Programs
Employment Type:
Full Time
Job Description/ Duties:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Benefits: Yes
Hours per Week: 40
Weeks: 52
Work Days: Monday-Friday
Work Location: Various Locations Throughout Wayne County. Visit Website for more info http://www.waynemetro.org/careers
Reporting to: Site Manager
The Position: Early Head Start Teacher l
The ideal candidate will be able to plan and implement a program of educational activities that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of infants and toddlers. Develop individual goals for children, providing on-going assessment on progress, and facilitating transition into Head Start or other educational school settings in partnership with parents.
Requirements/Credentials:
Minimum Qualifications:
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AA Degree from an accredited college or university, Major in Early Childhood education (min. 30 credits);
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AA Early Childhood in progress, minimum of 18 EC major credits complete; completed within 1 year of hire.
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BA in progress, Early Childhood Major; min. of 12 EC major credits complete; completed within 2 years of hire.
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Education or training that includes at minimum 2 courses in early childhood that address the infant-toddler age group.
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Experience teaching infant, toddlers and families preferred
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Proficiency in a second language is a plus.
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Ability to develop and implement classroom curriculum that encourages academic, social, emotional and physical development of children birth to three years of age.
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Ensure the health and safety of children, families and staff, per agency policies
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Ensure no child is left unsupervised at any time
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Ability to work with children with disabilities.
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Ability to communicate effectively with young children and their families.
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Ability to establish positive and productive working relationships with parents/caregivers.
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Ability to work with and to demonstrate commitment, caring, and respect for children and adults regardless of race, gender, age, and cultural or ethnic background
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A self-starter with the ability to multi-task to meet various deadlines and complete task.
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Ability and willingness to continue personal and professional growth and skill development.
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Ability to communicate effectively to individuals and groups both orally and in writing.
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Ability and willingness to make home visits.
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Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
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Ability to lift 50 lbs or more
Benefits:
To support our company’s mission, here is a snapshot of benefits we offer:
Employee premium coverage for Medical, Vision, Dental
401k Match
Life Insurance
Paid Holidays
Paid Leave Days
Educational Benefits
Student Loan Paydown assistance
Paid Parental Leave
Fitness Reimbursement
How to Apply:
If this position interests you, and you meet the minimum qualifications, please visit http://www.waynemetro.org/careers
to submit an online application, cover letter and resume.
Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer
EOE/M/F/D/V