Early Childhood Specialist IV

Position Summary

Responsible for providing daily classroom activities designed to provide children with a wide variety of developmental experiences.  Duties shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

Specific Job Duties

• Implement comprehensive curriculum plans with activities appropriate to the ageand ability level of the group.
  


• Maintain compliance with all NC Day Care licensing regulations (ITERS/ECERS),sanitation requirements, Head Start Performance Standards,DPI standards, NCPKregulations, CACFP regulations, and BRCA policies.


• Observe, document and report to supervisor significant behavior changes andhealth needs.


• Maintain confidentiality of children’s and parents needs, progress, and records.


• Maintain daily attendance, accurately noting reasons for absences.


• Provide a developmentally appropriate environment with positive teacher/childinteraction.


• Keep anecdotal notes and/or weekly input of anecdotal notes in CC Net.


• Complete training as specified by the agency.
  


• Maintain open and positive communication with parents.


• Participate in IEP/IFSP meetings, provide appropriate activities and implementIEP/IFSP goals and objectives for children with diagnosed disabilities


• Complete lesson plans and implement curriculum to Fidelity.
  


• Compute daily point-of-service records.


• Complete screenings as required


• Complete an educational assessment on each child within 45 days of enrollment.
  


• Solicit non-federal donations as required in Head Start regulations and direction from Parent Involvement Manager.


• Maintain and/or exceed national standards for CLASS scores\


• Individualize each child’s observations with the outcome to meet or exceed school readiness goals.


• Obtain/maintain appropriate licensure.

Note:

The duties and responsibilities herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. Related duties may be assigned by the supervisor. All duties are to be performed in conformance with agency policies and practices and applicable laws and regulations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Birth-Kindergarten.

Experience

One (2) year verifiable day care experience with children birth-5 years old.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Valid teaching license in Early Childhood content

Must have a valid NC Drivers License

Other Requirements 

• Employee must be able to work 32.5 hours per week.


• Employee must be able to work as a team.


• Employee must be able to relate well to a diverse population.


• Employee must be able to pass a criminal background record check and substance abuse tests.