Early Head Start Teacher

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Summary: The Early Head Start Lead Teacher

(EHST) is responsible for the daily programming for children enrolled at

St. Joseph Academy in the Early Head Start program. The role includes

providing developmentally appropriate practices and high quality early

care and education. The EHST ensures that the needs of children and

their families are understood and communicated as the primary SJA

liaison. The EHST will have strong knowledge of working with children

from birth to age three in order to adapt curriculum and expectations as

they loop with the children served. The EHST implements the early

childhood program within local, state and federal guidelines, rules,

regulations and laws, Wisconsin licensing, Federal Early Head Start

Standards, and accreditation standards. Position Reports to: ECEC

Director Qualifications: BA degree in early childhood education or

related field preferred (Staff meeting minimum requirement of an Early

Childhood Associates Degree, Child Development Associate (CDA) or

successful completion of 12 college credits in Infant/Toddler early

childhood education) 2 years experience within early care working in a

licensed childcare setting working with from birth to three years. Level

12 or above on the Registry Knowledge of Early Head Start standards

Exemplary interpersonal, collaborative, and planning skills Interest and

ability to support children and their families Ability to analyze an

issue, identify options, and implement solutions Ability to work

cooperatively with people in and outside of the Education/Childcare

Services department Ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) and

effectively interact with children, their family members, management,

and staff members Ability to respond positively to work direction and

guidance from others Ability to work independently, managing multiple

demanding tasks under critical timeframes Equipment Used: personal

computers, printers, phone systems, fax machine, photocopier Physical

and Mental Requirements: Must have ability to sit (25%), walk/stand

(75%), routinely throughout the shift. Must be able to periodically lift

up to 50 lbs. Must have functional senses/manual dexterity to carry out

the job; communicate effectively; and use of office equipment. Must have

the ability to deal effectively with the stress of managing

emergency/critical situations and multiple tasks. Environmental

Conditions: Performs duties with exposure to infectious or communicable

diseases inherent to care children, and occasional exposure to loud or

unpleasant voices due to unpredictable behavior of the children and

seasonal exposure to high humidity, heat and cold due to the internal

and external environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Ensures

consistent compliance and meets\... For full info follow application

link. Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected

Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION

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