Early Head Start Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Early Head Start Teacher   

Supervisor: Manager on Point     

Classification : Level II, Non-Exempt  

+ Overview

The teacher is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of all classroom staff and development and implementation of classroom curriculum, instruction, screenings, and assessment. These components ensure compliance with Head Start Outcomes Framework and DCFS Licensing Standards.  

+ Essential Job Functions

• Plan developmentally appropriate education experiences in accordance with Illinois Early Learning Standards, Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework and DCFS Licensing Standards. 
• Interact with children in a developmentally appropriate manner using Conscious Discipline techniques.
• Implement Creative Curriculum with fidelity, which includes instruction, assessment, and screenings 
• Utilize the Babydoll Circle Time curriculum as designed.
• Work cooperatively with the co-teacher to develop all lesson plans.
• Conduct required educational, health screenings, assessments, and progress reports as needed
• Complete daily health anecdotal observations and document appropriately. 
• Complete two home visits and three parent-teacher conferences with each enrolled family.
• Maintain inventory of classroom supplies and equipment and prepare supply requisitions.
• Initiate and track special education referrals and ensure the special education file is up to date.  
• Attend Individual Family Service Plan, Individual Services Plan, Behavior Plan, and other parent conferences for assigned students.
• Modifications and accommodations must be implemented from documents related to instruction, physical, and/or health related plans, not limited to IFSPs
• Prepare meals and snacks and implement family style meal service.
• Manage the classrooms food inventory chart to ensure proper ordering of breakfast and snack items.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, up-to-date children’s files.
• Ensure that all classroom visitors interact appropriately with the children.    
• Attend all staff meetings, trainings, workshops, and conferences according to Head Start Performance Standards and DCFS Licensing standards with at least 20 hours in-service training annually.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information regarding children, families, and staff.
• Perform job duties as per timeline.
• Assist in recruitment of children as specified by Recruitment Process. 
• Support families in the School Readiness and the Parent, Family and Community Engagement processes.
• Perform other duties and assist in other service areas.
• Perform any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization’s values.  

+ Education and Experience

• Must have at minimum Child Development Associate Credential and have been trained (or have equivalent coursework) in early childhood development in accordance with Section 645A(h)(1) of the Head Start Act. DCFS qualification for Child Care Director is desired upon hire. Must enroll in an associate degree program to achieve DCFS qualification for Child Care Director if not met at time of hire. 
• Successfully complete fingerprint and background check as required by 89 ILL. Adm. Code 385, Background Checks (Section 407.110)
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must successfully complete CPR, First Aid, Food Protection Manager, Mandated Reporter, and any other certification deemed necessary for the operation of the site.
• Must be physically able to lift 50 pounds and assist children as needed.
• Experience with Microsoft Applications including SharePoint or similar collaboration software application.
• Illinois State ID and reliable transportation required with current insurance.

+ Benefits

• Major Medical Plan. Community Action will pay a percentage of a monthly medical premium.
• Employee Term Life Insurance up to $30,000 depending on age, spousal coverage (up to age 70) for $10,000 and/or child coverage (up to age 26) for $10,000 per child.
• Dental and Vision Insurance Plan (Employer paid for the employee, employees can choose to add on dependents at their own expense.)
• 403-B Retirement plan (CAPCIL will match up to 3%)
• Paid Time Off/PTO (6.5 days at time of hire, an additional 6.5 days after the 90-day probationary period, prorated based on hire date and increases with continued employment)    
• Sick Leave (accrues at the rate of 4 hours per pay period for Full-Time and 2 hours per pay period for Part Time)
• 18 Paid Holidays (Including your birthday)

+ Key Performance Indicators

Outcome

Performance Indicator

Measure and Tool

What does Good Look Like?

Raise attendance to at least 80% for children

Initiate Attendance Improvement Action Plan

Excel tracking sheet – AAP KPI List -

90% of needed AAP’s initiated within 5 business days.

Maintain enrollment pool according to the yearly assigned application goal

Complete applications to ensure goal is met as needed throughout the year 

Application Summary Report in client database 

45% Completed at First Selection (June 1st)

75% Completed at Second Selection (July 1st) 

95% Completed at Third Selection (August 1st)

Ensure we are meeting all Health Requirements for both Head Start and DCFS

Maintain up-to-date health requirements and screenings in both the individual child file and entered in the data tracking system.

Client database Health Management Report

Twice Annual File Checks

Health Tracking Form

95% of all required health events.  

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Signature of Staff Member Date

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Signature of Human Resources Director Date