Early Head Start Teacher

Position Overview: The Early Head Start Teacher at Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center is responsible for delivering a nurturing, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants and toddlers. This role involves fostering a safe and supportive environment that encourages learning through play, exploration, and discovery, aligned with Head Start Program Performance Standards and the organization's guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement individualized lesson plans that support children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging classroom environment adhering to health and safety requirements.
• Observe, document, and assess children's developmental progress regularly using electronic portfolios.
• Collaborate with families to engage them in their child’s educational journey through communication, home visits, and family conferences.
• Support inclusion by implementing Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) and collaborating with specialists as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends as required.

Qualifications:

• Possession of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential with Infant-Toddler Endorsement is required.
• Experience working in center or home-based childcare programs is required; experience with Early Head Start or Head Start programs is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in using computers at a beginner to intermediate level.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with children, families, and team members.

Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and long-term financial stability of our employees.

Eligible employees may receive:

• Competitive salary aligned with qualifications and experience
• Medical insurance with employer contribution
• Dental and vision coverage
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) including sick and personal time
• Paid holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing early childhood organization

Benefits eligibility and details are provided during the on-boarding process.