Teacher III
- Employer
- Pro Image Solutions
- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Salary
- Based on Experience
- Posted
- Nov 23, 2016
- Closes
- Dec 31, 2016
- Ref
- ES - 170627
- Industry
- Education
- Category
- Child Care, Education / Training
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
LOCATION: Central Florida Area
DEPARTMENT: HEAD START /EARLY HEAD START
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Child care work as a lead caregiver. Works with young children and families to develop their cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Manages classroom activities while ensuring compliance with child outcomes, State of Florida Early Childhood standards, Head Start Performance Standards, and the goals and objectives of the current Head Start curriculum.
- Develops lesson plans in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and early childhood curriculum.
- Assists the Teacher Assistant in developing lesson plans.
- Maintains classroom records, progress reports, accident reports and other necessary documentation.
- Conducts developmental screenings and assessments to meet the individual needs of children.
- Working in conjunction with assistant, assists with developing instructional materials and teaching aids.
- Models physical activities to children.
- Encourages parent involvement in the Head Start program both in the classroom and in the home.
- Works with Teacher Assistant to conduct home visits, family conferences, and may participate in parent meetings.
- Organizes and trains classroom volunteers.
- Submits referrals to Site Supervisor regarding concerns for individual children.
- Assists in the development and implementation of recommendations.
- Attends all pre-service and in-service training programs and other mandatory trainings.
- Assists with the orientation of new teaching staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education, or in a field related to Early Childhood Education or in any field with 18 college credit hours in ECE. Plus, one (1) year experience teaching preschool children. Successful completion of a standardized early childhood and development skills and knowledge based assessment is also required. Completion of the State Mandated 40-hour training for child care preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of early childhood growth and development and age-appropriate activities.
- Knowledge of the practices, procedures and regulations in child care.
- Ability to gain knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and Head Start Policies and Procedures.
- Ability to gain knowledge of developmental screenings and assessments.
- Ability to receive and follow detailed instructions.
- Ability to operate a personal computer.
- Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, including Microsoft Word.
- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff, parents and community representatives.
- Ability to maintain composure, keep emotions in check and control anger, even in difficult situations.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally.
- Ability to work and communicate with people from various multi-cultural backgrounds and socio-economic levels.
- Sensitivity to the needs, abilities, beliefs, and attitudes of individuals within and outside the Agency, including but not limited to clients and co-workers.
PAY RANGE: Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits