Teacher I (H20041)-160660

<p><strong>View our&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNchSHzpHQA" target="_blank"><strong>Head Start&nbsp;Teacher</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;video</strong></p><p>Perform various duties to provide students withappropriate learningactivities and experiences to help them develop their full potential in areas of language, literacy, social-emotional, physical, and mathematics. &nbsp;<br>Head Start providestheeducation staff with peer andintensivecoaching, tuition reimbursement, training,professionaldevelopment,and wellnessopportunities.&nbsp;</p><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Develop, prepare, and implement daily, weekly, and monthly instructional activitiesin accordance withHead Start Program Performance Standards, program goals, school readiness goals, and other program requirements, while considering the individual needs and skill levels of the children.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Provide instruction to children involved in various classroom activities, including educational programs to develop children's growth in socio-emotional, motor, cognitive, language, health, and personal hygiene skills, usingdevelopmentappropriateactivities, best practices, and positive discipline practices.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Observe, record, and evaluate each child's activity, performance, behavior, and development; accommodate andmodifyindividual activities based on developmental needs or behavior.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Utilize various screening tools to assess children in all areas of development, then use the outcomes to create individual learning activities that support children's learning.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Adapt and implement behavior plans and Individualize Education Plan to meet the goals andobjectivesof each child receiving consultation or special education services. Attend and provide adequate information during Individualize Education Plan and behavior plan meetings for the individual child.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Implementand support efforts that help individuals understanddifferences, appreciate various perspectives, and work effectively together in educational settings.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Responsible for fully understanding and intentionally implementing active supervision practices consistently throughout the day.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Attend andparticipatein staff meetings, workshops, formal classes, in-service training, and program events to continually advance teaching skills and knowledge.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Participatingin professional development opportunities and education coaching to enhance skills andprofessional practices.&nbsp;</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Ensure andmaintaina healthy, safe, clean, and organized classroom environment. Direct classroomteam(assistant teacher and classroom aide)to supportwithdaily operations, including completing and monitoring health, meals, and attendance logs.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Implement family-stylemealtimesand clean up, nurturing social/emotional and self-help development.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Schedule and conduct home visits and parent/teacher conferences with families</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Maintain ongoing contact with parents; encourage and promote parent involvement; work with parents in developing an understanding of their role as the primary educator of their children; encourage parents in the reinforcement and transfer of concepts and behaviors from the school to the home setting; schedule and participate in parent conferences; visit parents; prepare home activities for parents and children.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Support transition efforts from Head Start to kindergarten.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Recruit volunteer parents toassistin the classroom.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Assistin all forms of communication with parents.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Ability to work and collaborate in a team to support young children with and without behavior needs, language delays, disabilities, and special needs.?</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Ensureaccurateand complete paperwork, meet established deadlines, follow standard operating procedures, and perform job duties efficiently andin a timely manner.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Abide by medical/nutritional restrictions.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Ability to use various forms of technology, including tablets and computers; navigate databases such as Smart Teach and other program databases; and communicate effectively through email, curriculum platforms, and phone calls withtimelyresponses.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Alwaysmaintainconfidentiality and abide by the program's employee standard of conduct.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0">Perform other related duties and responsibilities as needed, including accepting temporary work assignments within Adams County when regularly scheduled personnel are unavailable.?</span></span></li></ul><span class="TextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW20833929 BCX0"><br></span></span><br>&nbsp;<ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"><li><span>Understanding of early childhood principles of child development theory and early childhood education.</span></li><li><span>Use only positive discipline practices.</span></li><li><span>Apply principles and procedures of record keeping and report writing.</span></li><li><span>Follow pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including childcare licensing regulations.</span></li><li><span>Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.</span></li><li><span>Always instruct and supervise children.</span></li><li><span>Complete Teaching Strategies GOLD inter-reliability certificateas needed.</span></li><li><span>Director certification and level 3 or higher on Colorado Shines PDIS</span></li><li><span>Communicate clearly, concisely, and respectfully both orally and in writing, using proper English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and professional language.</span></li><li><span>Establish andmaintainpositive, respectful, and professional working relationships with those contacted during work whiledemonstratinga professional attitude and appearance.</span></li><li><span>Demonstrate a willingness to serve and a passion for exceeding customer service expectations.</span></li><li><span>Safely operate an automobile.</span></li></ul><strong>Experience:</strong> Two (2) years of experience in early childhood education/preschool setting.<br><strong>Education Requirements:&nbsp;</strong><br><em>Head Start Teachers must meet one of the following qualifications:</em><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">Associate of Arts degree with significant coursework in Early Childhood Education or a related field.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">Or a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, with major coursework in early childhood education.</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">Completion of Early Childhood Education coursework (ECE 101, 102, 103, 210, 238, 262, and 260), with all coursework&nbsp;</span></span><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">clearly documented&nbsp;</span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">on official transcripts.</span></span></li></ul><strong>License or Certificate:?</strong><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">Valid Colorado Driver's License and Proof of vehicle insurance?</span></span><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">A Motor Vehicle record check will be conducted</span></span></li></ul></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">Ability to obtain medication administration certificate</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">Ability to obtain Interrater Reliability Certification&nbsp;</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">Ability to obtain an Early Childhood Professional Credential level III or higher</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">Ability to obtain a Director Certification &nbsp;</span></span></li></ul><strong>Background Check:?</strong><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">Ability to pass multiple criminal backgrounds and Central Registry checks</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">A fingerprint check may be conducted</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">A Motor Vehicle record check will be conducted</span></span></li></ul><strong>Other:?</strong><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">Must complete physical examination and TB test upon hire</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, and climb</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">Ability to lift-up to 45 pounds</span></span></li><li><span class="TextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264174211 BCX0">Exposure to childhood diseases</span></span></li></ul>