What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher position at Ohio Valley Opportunities?
OVO Head Start has outstanding career opportunities available for skilled early childhood education professionals that are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in the lives of preschoolers. A Full-time Teacher position is now available at our Scottsburg Head Start Center. An Associate's or a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or a related degree with relevant coursework required.
Job Duties
- Advocate for early childhood education through ensuring quality services to children, families and the community-be a liaison for the company and program within the community
- Plan daily classroom and playground schedules, routines and transition activities.
- Ensure sufficient and proper supervision of all children at the site at all times.
- Plan and implement appropriate curriculum experiences that allow children to explore, experiment, question, observe and play.
- Implement individualized instruction
- Work collaboratively with all staff to provide for the needs of children in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards.
- Adhere to all Personnel Policies, Head Start Program Performance Standards and the Policies and Procedures Indiana Childcare Licensing Regulations.
- Utilize, monitor, and maintain program databases to accurately track child and family information.
- Conduct screening and ongoing assessments of children’s development.
- Plan and conduct home visits and Parent/Teacher Conferences.
- Demonstrate knowledge of and approaches to positive guidance and discipline.
- Encourage parent and community volunteerism and participate in other activities to generate in-kind.
- Provide ongoing communication and information sharing with staff and parents.
- Submit timely, neat and accurate reports with appropriate data.
OVO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider
Work Location
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.85 - $21.71 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Early childhood education: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $22