79 Head Teacher jobs in the United States

Job Description

FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Head Start Teacher.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Early Head Start Teacher will provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for infants & toddlers while they are in the Early Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips). The Early Head Start Teacher will be developing individual goals for children, provide on-going assessment on progress and facilitate transition into Head Start or other pre-school settings.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet the needs of all children; including those who are at risk, those with special needs, those who are gifted, and those who are culturally diverse.
• Integrate all EHS components into classroom time.
• Develop and utilize daily plans, which reflect mandated elements, parental and cultural influences, and promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of EHS children.
• Individualize one-to-one and group activities to reflect the unique needs and strengths of all children in the classroom.
• Follow consistent routines, which include feeding, diapering and toileting, napping, planned small and large group experiences, choice time, activities such as music and movement, large and small motor activities, and effective transitions between activities.
• Encourage experimentation, exploration, problem solving, cooperation, socialization, and choice-making.
• Provide an atmosphere that promotes and reinforces parental involvement.
• Supervise and monitor children at all times.
• Respond to crisis or emergency situations that may occur. Provide first aid or CPR, prevent the spread of blood borne pathogens, and access emergency services as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Infant & Child Development or related area; or an Associates' degree and two or more years of related experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in working with children birth to three years of age.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications are desired.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be punctual and able to work Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.;
• Must be able to work indoors as well as transition the classroom to outdoors.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Be able to occasionally lift 40 pounds from waist to shoulder.

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

Job Description

Summary

Fayette County Head Start and Pre-k (EOE)
Fayetteville, Ga. 30215
Position Type : Full-time 12-month
Hours: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm

REACH Services, Inc. provides a professional work environment and a team atmosphere.
We offer a paid holiday schedule similar to the School District.

Duties

• Create Developmentally appropriate lesson plans and daily activities
• Prepare teaching materials to coordinate with the lesson plan
• Maintain a safe, clean, equitable, and organized environment
• Monitor and evaluate children in all developmental domains
• Document and observations and make referrals when necessary
• Complete 2 Home Visits and 2 Parent Teacher Conferences
• Work as a team with co-teacher, Center Staff, and Coordinators
• Maintain accurate children's files, assessment information, and attendance records
• Attend Pre-Service, Post Service, and all training required under Head Start Performance Standards
• Attend IEP meetings when applicable or requested
• Other duties as required

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related degree, or a TCD, TCC in Early Childhood or Child Development
• Must be a Career Level 4 or above in the GaPDS
• Must have at least three years of experience working with children 0-3
• Must have a thorough knowledge of Infant/Toddler stages and levels of development

• Knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practices
• Ability to effectively plan and coordinate classroom activities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to meet deadlines
• Must be able to interact effectively with both individuals and groups
• Strong organizational skills, computer, internet and email proficiency

• Health Insurance
• Sick Leave and Vacation Leave
• Life Insurance
• Retirement

REACH Services, Inc.

EOE

Job Description

Summary

Fayette County Head Start Pre-K provides a professional work environment and a team atmosphere.
We offer a paid holiday schedule similar to the School District's

.Title of position: Teacher Assistant
Position type : Full-time 10-month
Hours: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm
Location: Fayetteville, Ga.

Duties

• Carry out Developmentally Appropriate lesson plans and daily activities
• ·Prepare teaching materials to coordinate with the lesson plan
• ·Maintain a safe, clean, equitable, and organized environment
• ·Monitor and evaluate children in all developmental domains
• ·Document observations and make referrals when necessary
• ·Work as a team with co-teacher, Center Staff and Coordinators
• ·Maintain accurate children’s files and attendance records
• ·Attend Pre-Service, Post Service, and all training required under BFTS and the Head Start Performance Standards
• ·Other duties as required

• ·Knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practices
• ·Ability to effectively carry out and coordinate classroom activities
• ·Strong verbal and written communication skills
• ·Must be able to meet deadlines
• ·Must be able to interact effectively with both individuals and groups
• Strong organizational skills, computer, internet, and email proficiency

• Prior Head Start experience
• Prior Ga Pre-K experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite Applications (i.e. MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel) a plus.

• Insurance
• Holiday Leave
• Sick Leave

REACH Services, Inc.

EOE

Job Description

FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Early Head Start Teacher.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Early Head Start Teacher will provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for infants & toddlers while they are in the Early Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips). The Early Head Start Teacher will be developing individual goals for children, provide on-going assessment on progress and facilitate transition into Head Start or other pre-school settings.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet the needs of all children; including those who are at risk, those with special needs, those who are gifted, and those who are culturally diverse.
• Integrate all EHS components into classroom time.
• Develop and utilize daily plans, which reflect mandated elements, parental and cultural influences, and promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of EHS children.
• Individualize one-to-one and group activities to reflect the unique needs and strengths of all children in the classroom.
• Follow consistent routines, which include feeding, diapering and toileting, napping, planned small and large group experiences, choice time, activities such as music and movement, large and small motor activities, and effective transitions between activities.
• Encourage experimentation, exploration, problem solving, cooperation, socialization, and choice-making.
• Provide an atmosphere that promotes and reinforces parental involvement.
• Supervise and monitor children at all times.
• Respond to crisis or emergency situations that may occur. Provide first aid or CPR, prevent the spread of blood borne pathogens, and access emergency services as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Infant & Child Development or related area; or an Associates' degree and two or more years of related experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in working with children birth to three years of age.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications are desired.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be punctual and able to work Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.;
• Must be able to work indoors as well as transition the classroom to outdoors.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Be able to occasionally lift 40 pounds from waist to shoulder.

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Serve as an Assistant Teacher for a Head Start classroom. Share responsibility for a Head Start classroom of 3- to 5-year-old children. Work collaboratively with the teacher, family members and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities.

TASKS AND ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. The assistant teacher’s role encompasses effective practices in the following: a) CLASS™ teacher-child interactions; b) Learning environment; c) Curriculum; d) Child assessment; e) Meeting all children’s needs; f) Working with families; g) Professional growth and collaboration.

2. Use knowledge of the principles of child growth and development to work with children and communicate with internal and external stakeholders.

3. Implement a child-centered curriculum and learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation to promote development in all domains for children of all abilities.

4. Address challenging behaviors by observing to determine possible causes of the behavior, implementing preventive measures, teaching the child new social and communication skills and partnering with families to support the child at home.

5. Use observations of children and anecdotal notes to document children’s progress and individualize curriculum.

6. Create partnerships with families to establish positive interaction patterns in program, school, and home.

7. Assist in ensuring that the written curriculum includes:

a. goals for children’s development and learning;

b. the experiences through which children will achieve these goals;

c. what staff and parents can do to help children achieve these goals;

d. the materials needed to support the implementation of the curriculum towards achieving the stated goals.

8. Responsible for collaborating with the Teacher in the preparation of daily lesson plans. Post them for parents, volunteers and visitors in the classroom

9. Assist in the development of individual plans for each child including goal-setting based on identified needs and prescriptions for objectives and activities to meet established child outcomes.

10. Follow program curriculum providing developmentally and linguistically appropriate experiences appropriate to age, language and culture of children served.

11. Implement experiential learning activities advancing the intellectual and emotional competence of infants and toddlers.

12. Provide positive guidance and discipline supporting children as they acquire readiness skills for kindergarten and beyond.

13. Implement daily lesson plans in response to children’s needs and interests incorporating observations, anecdotal record keeping, knowledge of early childhood development and the key experiences.

14. Implement Individual Family Services Plans (IFSPs) for children with disabilities.

15. Provide children with a consistent classroom routine.

16. Provide supervision and ensure the safety and security of children at all times in accordance with Early Head Start and day care licensing requirements.

17. Supervise and eat nutritionally prepared meals and/or snacks with the children as a curriculum activity, to model good nutrition and proper social skills for infants and toddlers.

18. Supervise all classroom field trips and outdoor activities.

19. Understand regulations associated with prevention of disease and injury, including the exercise of universal precautions and the prevention of contamination.

20. Invite parent involvement in the development of the program’s curriculum and approach to child development and education.

21. Provide opportunities for parents to increase their child observation skills and to share assessments with staff that help plan the learning experiences.

22. Encourage parent participation in staff-parent conferences and home visits discussing their child’s development and education.

23. Establish positive and productive relationships with families focusing on building trust and rapport.

24. Work with the Teacher to schedule and complete two home visits per year and at least two parent-teacher conferences per year.

25. Participate in parent orientation and ongoing parent training as required.

26. Identify and refer parents wanting to volunteer in the classroom, work as substitutes or in other volunteer activities to Family Advocate. Support parent volunteers in the classroom as needed.

27. Share pertinent information with Family Advocate ensuring coordinated services to meet the needs of individual children and families. Participate in case conferences as appropriate.

28. Maintain regular contact with parents and complete appropriate documentation.

29. Forward classroom updates to the Teacher to be included in the monthly newsletter.

30. Direct developmental concerns to the Health, Nutrition and Disabilities Coordinator.

31. Request supplies as needed and participate in classroom/program inventory as requested.

32. Gather and maintain individual, family and classroom data for documentation, on-going assessment, evaluation and recording keeping for successful individual and program planning.

33. Conduct daily health checks.

34. Assess children on an on-going basis. Gather and organize anecdotal notes into the key goals and objectives and document in CreativeCurriculum.net.

35. Work with the teaching team to analyze child outcomes on a classroom basis twice yearly, consult with the education coordinator and make adjustments to curriculum planning and implementation as needed.

36. Model appropriate classroom practices.

37. Work with the Education Coordinator and Teacher to develop and support the individual development plan for assigned volunteers.

38. Assist the Teacher in devising work methods and procedures that support improvements in existing work practices; supporting the volunteers you supervise in developing and setting goals, priorities and timelines.

39. Maintain the plan to meet changing or emergent program requirements within available resources and with minimum sacrifice to quantity or quality of work.

40. Participates actively in bi-weekly Team Meetings to reflect on performance, generate solutions and ensure high-quality classroom operations.

41. Participates actively in bi-weekly Assistant Teacher Meetings.

42. Participates in assigned meetings, events and training as required.

43. Performs any and all other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

● At a minimum, a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential 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 two years of the time of hire.

● Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.

● Travel required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.

● Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

● Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.

● Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

● Demonstrated computer literacy skills, using MS Office applications and other basic data systems including internet navigation.

● Must be honest, dependable and able to meet deadlines.

● Self-motivated and able to work independently.

DISCLAIMER :

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Responsible for a Head Start classroom of 3- to 5-year-old children. Work collaboratively with an assistant teacher, family members, and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities.

TASKS AND ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide emotional support through establishing a positive climate, being aware of and responsive to children, and encouraging child expression and autonomy.

2. Use strategies for behavior management, such as clear behavior expectations, being proactive and redirecting misbehavior.

3. Foster classroom productivity and maximize learning time, while engaging children with a variety of modalities and materials.

4. Provide instructional support through concept development, fostering children’s analysis and reasoning, engaging in feedback loops, and modeling and supporting high-quality language.

5. Ensure classroom arrangement, materials and displays are organized and conducive to children’s learning.

6. Implement chosen curriculum with fidelity, being aware of the big ideas while also following all assigned guidance and resources.

7. Prepare or modify weekly lesson plans and prepare to implement small-group activities, read-alouds, circle time, and other curriculum components.

8. Provide children with a consistent classroom routine and facilitate all parts of the routine to support child learning.

9. Interact with children intentionally throughout the day to provide differentiated support.

10. Collect documentation of children through ongoing observation, embedded and direct assessment activities.

11. Complete quarterly assessment checkpoints, reliably, for each child.

12. Analyze child assessment data and use it to plan and individualize.

13. Complete developmental and social-emotional screenings on all children within prescribed time frames.

14. Complete theme based Individualized Learning Plans to identify specific goals and implement developmentally appropriate strategies for each child in class.

15. Integrate Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or referral action plans for children with diagnosed or suspected special needs.

16. Implement PBS practices and Program Wide Expectations

17. Establish positive and productive relationships with families through building rapport and trust.

18. Schedule and complete two home visits and two parent-teacher conferences each year.

19. Encourage and engage family members to serve as classroom volunteers.

20. Collaborate with family services staff to support families in implementing family life practices, extending learning into the home, and meeting expectations for attendance.

21. Follow all guidance and expectations to support of Shine On, Families initiative.

22. Participate in ongoing reflective coaching and self-assessment.

23. Collaborate with the assistant teacher and other staff in the center.

24. Share pertinent information with family services, disabilities/mental health or health/nutrition staff, as needed, to meet the needs of individual children and families. Participate in case conferences as appropriate.

25. Know and understand School Readiness Goals and strive to help all children achieve them.

26. Provide classroom experiences that are developmentally, linguistically, culturally and age-appropriate for the children served.

27. Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment, including full supervision of children at all times, in accordance with Head Start and childcare licensing requirements.

28. Conduct daily health/safety monitoring of the indoor and (as requested) outdoor environment.

29. Follow all health and hygiene practices, including hand-washing, sanitizing, and universal precautions.

30. Supervise mealtimes and “family style dining” with children.

31. Supervise all classroom field trips and outdoor activities.

32. Maintain required documentation of activities, including child and family information, assessment data, volunteer logs, etc.

33. Participates in assigned meetings, events and training as required.

34. Performs any and all other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

- AA/AS in Early Childhood Education OR BA/BS in Early Childhood Education –OR- state awarded preschool teacher certification with experience teaching preschool aged children–OR- BA/BS in related field with at least six college courses in Early Childhood Education plus experience teaching preschool aged children.

- BA Highly preferred.

- Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

- Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.

- Travel required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.

- Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

- Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.

- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

- Demonstrated computer literacy skills, using MS Office applications and other basic data systems including internet navigation.

- Must be honest, dependable and able to meet deadlines.

- Self-motivated and able to work independently.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Responsible for a Head Start classroom of 3- to 5-year-old children. Work collaboratively with an assistant teacher, family members, and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities.

TASKS AND ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide emotional support through establishing a positive climate, being aware of and responsive to children, and encouraging child expression and autonomy.

2. Use strategies for behavior management, such as clear behavior expectations, being proactive and redirecting misbehavior.

3. Foster classroom productivity and maximize learning time, while engaging children with a variety of modalities and materials.

4. Provide instructional support through concept development, fostering children’s analysis and reasoning, engaging in feedback loops, and modeling and supporting high-quality language.

5. Ensure classroom arrangement, materials and displays are organized and conducive to children’s learning.

6. Implement chosen curriculum with fidelity, being aware of the big ideas while also following all assigned guidance and resources.

7. Prepare or modify weekly lesson plans and prepare to implement small-group activities, read-alouds, circle time, and other curriculum components.

8. Provide children with a consistent classroom routine and facilitate all parts of the routine to support child learning.

9. Interact with children intentionally throughout the day to provide differentiated support.

10. Collect documentation of children through ongoing observation, embedded and direct assessment activities.

11. Complete quarterly assessment checkpoints, reliably, for each child.

12. Analyze child assessment data and use it to plan and individualize.

13. Complete developmental and social-emotional screenings on all children within prescribed time frames.

14. Complete theme based Individualized Learning Plans to identify specific goals and implement developmentally appropriate strategies for each child in class.

15. Integrate Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or referral action plans for children with diagnosed or suspected special needs.

16. Implement PBS practices and Program Wide Expectations

17. Establish positive and productive relationships with families through building rapport and trust.

18. Schedule and complete two home visits and two parent-teacher conferences each year.

19. Encourage and engage family members to serve as classroom volunteers.

20. Collaborate with family services staff to support families in implementing family life practices, extending learning into the home, and meeting expectations for attendance.

21. Follow all guidance and expectations to support of Shine On, Families initiative.

22. Participate in ongoing reflective coaching and self-assessment.

23. Collaborate with the assistant teacher and other staff in the center.

24. Share pertinent information with family services, disabilities/mental health or health/nutrition staff, as needed, to meet the needs of individual children and families. Participate in case conferences as appropriate.

25. Know and understand School Readiness Goals and strive to help all children achieve them.

26. Provide classroom experiences that are developmentally, linguistically, culturally and age-appropriate for the children served.

27. Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment, including full supervision of children at all times, in accordance with Head Start and childcare licensing requirements.

28. Conduct daily health/safety monitoring of the indoor and (as requested) outdoor environment.

29. Follow all health and hygiene practices, including hand-washing, sanitizing, and universal precautions.

30. Supervise mealtimes and “family style dining” with children.

31. Supervise all classroom field trips and outdoor activities.

32. Maintain required documentation of activities, including child and family information, assessment data, volunteer logs, etc.

33. Participates in assigned meetings, events and training as required.

34. Performs any and all other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

- AA/AS in Early Childhood Education OR BA/BS in Early Childhood Education –OR- state awarded preschool teacher certification with experience teaching preschool aged children–OR- BA/BS in related field with at least six college courses in Early Childhood Education plus experience teaching preschool aged children.

- BA Highly preferred.

- Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

- Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.

- Travel required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.

- Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

- Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.

- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

- Demonstrated computer literacy skills, using MS Office applications and other basic data systems including internet navigation.

- Must be honest, dependable and able to meet deadlines.

- Self-motivated and able to work independently.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.