Teacher

WALK-IN INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONDUCTED FOR THE MONTH OF JULY ON SATURDAY 7/22/2023. 10AM – 3PM; LOCATION: LESLIE A. JOHNSON CENTER; 2401 NORTHEAST BLVD. WILMINGTON, DE 19802. PLEASE BRING RESUME AND CREDENTIALS.

Inspiring Preschool Teacher Wanted - Shape Young Minds at Wilmington Head Start, Inc.!

Join the dedicated team at Wilmington Head Start, Inc. as a Teacher and make a positive impact on the lives of preschool children. As a Teacher, you will be responsible for creating an engaging and age-appropriate early childhood classroom environment while ensuring compliance with program guidelines, state regulations, and organizational policies. If you have a passion for education and a desire to inspire young minds, this role is perfect for you!

Key Responsibilities:

· Plan and supervise daily activities in the classroom, catering to each child's developmental abilities.

· Assign and monitor activities for teacher assistants and volunteers.

· Build positive rapport with families, acquainting them with the educational content of the program and encouraging their active participation in their child's development.

· Maintain a basic inventory of classroom supplies and equipment as instructed by the Supervisor.

· Integrate related services areas, such as health, safety, and nutrition, into lesson plans.

· Prepare weekly lesson plans that meet the needs and developmental goals of the children, incorporating input from teacher assistants and parents.

· Conduct home visits and parent/teacher conferences annually to discuss child's progress, educational goals, and ongoing assessments.

· Prepare required reports and program paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.

· Ensure classrooms operate in compliance with Wilmington Head Start, Inc. program policies, Head Start Performance Standards, and Delacare regulations.

· Maintain confidentiality and proper maintenance of children's files.

· Create a nurturing atmosphere conducive to learning through effective room arrangement, cleanliness, and appearance.

· Observe and record anecdotal notes of children's behavior daily using the ongoing assessment system.

· Greet children, parents, and visitors warmly upon arrival.

· Assist with the Parent Committee.

· Plan, request, and organize field trips in collaboration with the Center Manager and parents.

· Supervise and participate in family-style dining and record meal counts accurately.

· Maintain daily attendance records, ensuring proper sign-in and sign-out procedures are followed.

· Enforce positive guidance policies for children and handle crisis situations with good judgment.

· Provide individualized activities for each child within the weekly lesson plan.

· Facilitate smooth transitions for children throughout the day.

· Communicate with daycare providers regarding specific children as necessary.

· Establish and maintain a daily classroom schedule and routines.

· Implement endorsed curriculum as required by Wilmington Head Start, Inc.

· Interact with children at their developmental level in the classroom, on the playground, and during field trips.

· Attend Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings whenever possible and incorporate children's IEP goals into individualized lesson plans.

· Attend to children's personal hygiene needs as necessary (e.g., wiping noses, changing garments, cleaning faces and hands).

· Adhere to physical demands, including passing a physical examination and TB test.

· Work in an environment occasionally near moving mechanical parts.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, including 18 credit hours in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college or university. DOE/Delaware 1st Teacher Certificate.

· One to two years of related teaching experience and training.

· Computer proficiency.

· Successful completion of a criminal background check as required by Delaware law and organizational policies.

· No citations for abuse or neglect.

· Administration of Medication certification.

· Certification in First Aid and CPR.

· Bilingual abilities desired.

Physical Demands:

· Ability to pass a physical examination and TB test.

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

· If you are passionate about early childhood education and committed to nurturing the development of young children, we invite you to apply for the position of Teacher at Wilmington Head Start, Inc. Help us ignite the love of learning and create a strong foundation for lifelong success.

• Wilmington Head Start, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish/Bilingual (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
• DOE/Delaware 1st Teacher Certificate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $25