Head Start Teacher

Full Time Head Start TeacherEligible for Hiring Bonus!!!POSITION: EHS and HS Teachers – Livermore, Pleasanton, Hayward CentersPosition is Non-Exempt, Full Time (40 hours/week)Payrate: Commensurate with related experience, education, and permit level, from $24 up to $28.00/hour w/ a 4-year degreeEligible for group benefits plans including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and retirement plan; 14 paid Holidays, generous vacation and sick days; educational assistance.Reports to Center Director or Site SupervisorAgency Overview: CAPE, Inc. headquarters is in Livermore, and provides early childhood education services (Head Start and Early Head Start preschool programs) in Livermore, Dublin, Pleasanton, and Hayward areas. CAPE offers a cohesive environment for passionate people who want to make a significant contribution to early childhood education, social/emotional development and early childhood mental health.Position Overview: The Teacher works with children individually, and in small and large groups as part of the cooperative classroom team, assisting them in building confidence and increasing self-esteem.Essential Functions:Carry out the goals, policies, procedures and activities designed to implement CAPE, Inc. educational objectives, Head Start Performance Standards and CDE RegulationsImplement and plan a developmentally appropriate, emergent, anti-bias curriculum, obtaining input from parents and other staff which includes aspects of all relevant Head Start State Preschool componentsIn collaboration with other staff and parents, develop and prepare lesson plansConduct effective circle timeMaintain a stimulating developmentally appropriate classroom environmentConduct assessments on all children; develop individual development plan for all children; conduct and record ongoing observations of childrenParticipate in evaluation sessions to review children's progress and needs, and revise and update curriculumCompile and maintain a portfolio to demonstrate growth and development of skills for each childAdhere to child abuse reporting requirementsEnsure that children with exceptional needs are fully included in all program activitiesConduct home visits for Head Start and EHS children (minimum twice yearly)Conduct Parent-Teacher conferences (minimum twice yearly)Maintain effective and professional relationships with enrolled familiesEncourage parent involvement in all phases of the programServe and supervise meals and snacksConduct point of service meal countsClean and sanitize all food preparation and eating areas, and adhere to all food safety guidelinesMeet food handling and safety requirementsEnsure that snacks and meals are served "family style" with an adult seated at the table with childrenDiapering and toileting childrenEnsure proper storage of food on daily and weekly basisMaintenance and upkeep of the classroom, the children and the siteEffective classroom managementObservance and application of safety practices at all timesQualifications and Requirements:BA or AA degree in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Development or a BA/AA in another field with 24 units in ECE/ECD (including CORE classes)3 units in Infant Toddler with an Associate degree (preferred)California Teacher PermitPossession of a valid California driver's license, reliable transportation and valid vehicle insuranceAbility to work within the philosophy of the CAPE programEffective communication skills – both oral and writtenAnalytical and organizational skillsTeamwork/Effective interpersonal relationship with co-workersProfessionalism; flexibilityComprehension of job-related responsibilitiesDetail-oriented; Customer service orientedDesirable Qualifications:Previous experience in a Head Start or State Preschool programBi-lingual skills; especially Spanish/English; Farsi/English, preferredJoin our team today! Submit cover letter, and upload/send resume and copy of transcripts to View email address on click.appcast.io