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*About us*
Head Start Child & Family Development Centers is a Federally funded preschool in La Crosse, WI.
We are professional, fast-paced and rewarding.
Our work environment includes: * Growth opportunities * Wellness programs The Head Start Teacher float is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the daily educational and social activities of the children ages 1-5 years, enrolled in the Head Start/Early Head Start Center.
The teacher directly supervises Head Start Center personnel, such as teacher assistants.
The work is performed under the general supervision of the Center Site Supervisor and within guidelines established by federal and state agencies.
The teacher float is a 32 hour position, Monday through Thursday, during the school year.
*Job Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions include the following and other related duties as assigned.
* * Know, understand, and follow HS Performance Standards, Wisconsin Daycare Licensing Regulations, and HSCFDC School Readiness outcomes and program policies; * Know, understand, and implement the Classroom Assessment Scoring System; * Know, understand, and follow best practices from Head Start and HSCFDC training; * Know, understand, and follow USDA/CACFP training and regulations; * Required to substitute in co-worker classrooms in the event of staff absences; * Works directly with children, ages 1-5 years, supervising their individual and group learning, indoor and outdoor play activities, music and art, hygiene, and nutrition programs; * Documents and reports instances of suspected and/or known child abuse as required by law; * Implements Active Supervision in the classroom to ensure safe environments for all children; * Take attendance daily when the children arrive and call within the first hour a child is absent from class with no prior notice from parent/guardian.
Enter attendance into Child Plus and maintain a file with all attendance for the school year; * Record meals at the point of service (at meal and snack times); * Observe and document student work and progress daily into Teaching Strategies Gold; * Daily assess student’s health and appearance and document any concerns; * Direct the work of the classroom general education and special education aides to ensure implementation of Creative Curriculum, program policies, classroom requirements, and schedules as deemed by the Lead Teacher and HSCFDC; * Role model to children with age-appropriate behavior and offer guidance, assisting in resolving conflicts and instruction in age-appropriate behavior; * Work collaboratively with co-workers, program managers, site supervisor, and program coordinator; * Keep the emergency contact binder in the classroom and check approved adults before releasing a child; * If required, attend staff meetings, training, workshops, conferences/home visits; * If required, meet with families to discuss the child’s development and progress; develop child and family goals; * If required, plans, and facilitates Head Start Center Parent Orientation; * If required, assess the educational and emotional development of each child and, in cooperation with parents.
*Required Education:* * A Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education; or * A Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to Early Childhood Education and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education, with experience teaching 3-5 year old children.
* A transcript showing coursework in Early Childhood Education is required.
* Associate's Degree Candidates are eligible with a degree in Early Childhood and experience in Early Childhood Education.
*Preferred Licensure/Certification: *Hold a valid Teaching License from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, or if not licensed, maintain current participation in the Registry.
*Other Requirements: *Ability to pass criminal background check and health screening; participate in at least 25 hours of continuing education each year.
Current and former Head Start parents are encouraged to apply for positions for which they qualify.
Candidates for hire into all HSCFDC, Inc.
positions must be comfortable working with diverse ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds of the communities in which they are applying for work and must be able to effectively communicate with the children and families of this community.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.
29 - $23.
29 per hour Benefits: * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * Day shift * Monday to Friday Experience: * Early childhood education: 2 years (Required) License/Certification: * CPR Certification (Preferred) * Early Childhood Associate/Bachelor's Degree (Required) Work Location: In person
We are professional, fast-paced and rewarding.
Our work environment includes: * Growth opportunities * Wellness programs The Head Start Teacher float is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the daily educational and social activities of the children ages 1-5 years, enrolled in the Head Start/Early Head Start Center.
The teacher directly supervises Head Start Center personnel, such as teacher assistants.
The work is performed under the general supervision of the Center Site Supervisor and within guidelines established by federal and state agencies.
The teacher float is a 32 hour position, Monday through Thursday, during the school year.
*Job Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions include the following and other related duties as assigned.
* * Know, understand, and follow HS Performance Standards, Wisconsin Daycare Licensing Regulations, and HSCFDC School Readiness outcomes and program policies; * Know, understand, and implement the Classroom Assessment Scoring System; * Know, understand, and follow best practices from Head Start and HSCFDC training; * Know, understand, and follow USDA/CACFP training and regulations; * Required to substitute in co-worker classrooms in the event of staff absences; * Works directly with children, ages 1-5 years, supervising their individual and group learning, indoor and outdoor play activities, music and art, hygiene, and nutrition programs; * Documents and reports instances of suspected and/or known child abuse as required by law; * Implements Active Supervision in the classroom to ensure safe environments for all children; * Take attendance daily when the children arrive and call within the first hour a child is absent from class with no prior notice from parent/guardian.
Enter attendance into Child Plus and maintain a file with all attendance for the school year; * Record meals at the point of service (at meal and snack times); * Observe and document student work and progress daily into Teaching Strategies Gold; * Daily assess student’s health and appearance and document any concerns; * Direct the work of the classroom general education and special education aides to ensure implementation of Creative Curriculum, program policies, classroom requirements, and schedules as deemed by the Lead Teacher and HSCFDC; * Role model to children with age-appropriate behavior and offer guidance, assisting in resolving conflicts and instruction in age-appropriate behavior; * Work collaboratively with co-workers, program managers, site supervisor, and program coordinator; * Keep the emergency contact binder in the classroom and check approved adults before releasing a child; * If required, attend staff meetings, training, workshops, conferences/home visits; * If required, meet with families to discuss the child’s development and progress; develop child and family goals; * If required, plans, and facilitates Head Start Center Parent Orientation; * If required, assess the educational and emotional development of each child and, in cooperation with parents.
*Required Education:* * A Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education; or * A Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to Early Childhood Education and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education, with experience teaching 3-5 year old children.
* A transcript showing coursework in Early Childhood Education is required.
* Associate's Degree Candidates are eligible with a degree in Early Childhood and experience in Early Childhood Education.
*Preferred Licensure/Certification: *Hold a valid Teaching License from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, or if not licensed, maintain current participation in the Registry.
*Other Requirements: *Ability to pass criminal background check and health screening; participate in at least 25 hours of continuing education each year.
Current and former Head Start parents are encouraged to apply for positions for which they qualify.
Candidates for hire into all HSCFDC, Inc.
positions must be comfortable working with diverse ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds of the communities in which they are applying for work and must be able to effectively communicate with the children and families of this community.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.
29 - $23.
29 per hour Benefits: * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * Day shift * Monday to Friday Experience: * Early childhood education: 2 years (Required) License/Certification: * CPR Certification (Preferred) * Early Childhood Associate/Bachelor's Degree (Required) Work Location: In person
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• Location : 333 Buchner Place, La Crosse, WI
• Post ID: 9004049849
