Head Start Home Based Teacher, Page

Overview In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Position $24.99/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 52 wks/yr Position Summary: In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Working under general supervision and with moderate difficulty, this position is responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring the Neighborhood Learning Wheels program to enrolled children and providing instruction in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Instruct children and facilitate developmentally appropriate activities in education, health, family services, nutrition, and mental health and disabilities to encourage growth Develop and maintain trusting relationships with children and families to ensure a successful learning environment Develop and implement weekly lesson plans to ensure program compliance Analyze data and provide reports to ensure performance standards and grant requirements are met Develop individual plans and tracking for children and families, socialization, health and education screening and family goals to ensure integration of all components and operational activities Develop and implement weekly schedule of contacts, home visits, and incorporate community services Facilitate and monitor family home visits, and supervision of children to ensure safety Provide high level of engagement and outreach with communities, and recruitment of families Provide registration and program orientation to families to ensure appropriate services are provided Drive the classroom Neighborhood Learning Wheels unit within the service region, establish parking, set up, safety, cleaning, and maintenance of the Neighborhood Learning Wheels unit Other related duties as assigned Education And/Or Experience Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; or a BA or BS in a related field to Early Childhood Education or Child Development with experience teaching preschool children and a State-awarded certificate to teach in a preschool program. Conditions Of Employment Criminal Background Check Fingerprint Clearance Card, Level I Driver’s License (if out of state license, obtain Arizona license within one year) Motor Vehicle Report (annually) Certificates & Licenses CPR (within 6 months of hire date) First Aid (within 6 months of hire date) CDL (within 6 months of hire date) Technical Competencies AZ Early Learning Standards Behavior management Childhood development Early childhood education Head Start Performance Standard General Competencies Collaboration Communication Conflict resolution Cultural competence Discretion Initiative/innovation Mentoring/training Problem solving skills Travel Required 0 to 100% depending on assignment Physical Requirements & Work Environment Physical Activity : Frequent listening, talking, standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, lifting, finger use, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motion, and driving. Occasional sitting and pulling. Physical exertion : Sedentary; Light; Medium; Heavy; Very Heavy. Work involves exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Visual requirements : Close visual acuity for compiling and analyzing data; viewing a computer screen; and reading. Working conditions : Regular exposure to potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and infectious disease. Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions. Equal Opportunity NACOG is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by the state, federal, or local law. NACOG is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the Human Resources Director, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io. Benefits include: Agency paid employee health, dental, and vision; State Retirement (ASRS); paid sick leave and holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northern Arizona Council of Governments