What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Teacher position at Lincoln Hills Development Corp?
Description
Head Start Birth-5 has an opening for an Assistant Teacher position working 35 hours per week. Responsible for assisting the Teacher in planning, organization, and implementation of education services for Head Start Birth-5 children 3 to 5 years of age. Assistant Teachers have a strong understanding of Head Start Performance Standards, LHDC Policies, Head Start Birth-5 Forms and Procedures, and Developmentally Appropriate Practices. Collaborate with the Teacher to prepare and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans for classroom activities utilizing a research-based curriculum as designated by Head Start Birth-5 Management. Support the implementation of the Conscious Discipline Curriculum in the classroom. Complete duties and responsibilities as they relate to the Head Start Performance Standards, Indiana Day Care Licensing Regulations, CACFP Guidelines, and Head Start Birth-5 Forms and Procedures Manual.
Requirements
Childhood Development Associate Credential (CDA), or a state awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree, or are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within one year of hire is required; knowledge of child development and experience teaching preschool children preferred. LHDC may provide on the job training to obtain the appropriate credentials if necessary.
Must meet Head Start and Indiana Childcare Licensing Regulations, including Head Start Standards of Conduct, federal and state criminal history requirements, sex offender registry checks, drug screen, physical and complete an annual T.B. test.
LHDC offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, disability, voluntary life and life insurance, vacation leave, 13 paid holidays, and 401k plan. All LHDC employees are eligible for reimbursement for professional development approved by the organization as long as they have been employed for at least 6 months.
To apply online, go to www.lhdc.org.
You may contact Human Resources for further information at 812-547-3435 ext. 258 or HR@lhdc.org.
LHDC provides services to clients regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, disability, veteran status, genetics, national origin, ancestry, or familial status. The agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $16 - $18
