Early Head Start Lead Teacher

EARLY HEAD START CENTER-BASED LEAD TEACHER(Early Childhood Program Specialist 3)SALARY : $3,910/month ($46,920 annually) to startLOCATION : Multiple Locations in Snohomish CountyDESCRIPTION :The Early Head Start Lead Teacher implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum for a group of birth to three-years old children in an Early Head Start classroom, and provides quality early childhood experiences.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Adherence to all Active Safety & Supervision procedures and policies, ensuring that no child is ever left alone or unsupervisedMaintain staff-to-child ratios within performance standards; assist other EHS or HS classrooms in ensuring adequate staff coverage at all timesActs as the Primary Caregiver to provide daily routine care for children birth to age three including, diapering, feeding, and safe sleep practicesDevelop and implement lesson plans based on Head Start Performance Standards, CLASS, and established EHS Classroom Based curriculumResponsible for directing the work of the [EHS Assistant Teacher/Teacher Aides] in their classroomObtain and maintain Inter Rater Reliability using Teaching Strategies Gold by the first checkpointParticipate in family style meal service. Eat nutritionally prepared meals with the children as a curriculum activity, modeling good nutrition and proper social skillsSupport children and families in social emotional development using the Pyramid Model FrameworkMust be able to walk or run quickly, kneel or sit on the floor, lift approximately 50 pounds, sit in a childs size chair, and move quickly from multiple positions and levelsAbility to perform regular sanitation/cleaning of the classroom that may require the use of a broom, carpet sweeper, mop, vacuum, and the use of cleaning productsMaintain each child¿s record by completing Teaching Strategies Gold observations. Complete checkpoints on schedule in TS Gold as assigned by the programCommunicate concerns about a child¿s special needs to appropriate contact and participate in the referral processAll employees are mandated to report suspected child abuse and neglect and must notify appropriate associates of any suspected abuse, unsafe conditions, needed repairs, complaints, accidents or injuries immediatelyAttend and participate in team, site, and agency required meetings, and trainingsMaintain compliance with Head Start program standards and proceduresWork with families to ensure consistent child attendancePerform daily data entry into our child file databasesComplete parent/teacher conferences and home visits to ensure that families are included in planning and goal settingWork as a team with parent, Health Assistant, and Registered Dietician to ensure enrolled children meet health and nutrition standards as set by the Head Start Performance StandardsWork with families to provide community resources and follow up to provide any support families may need in meeting their goalsWorks with families and other program areas to support transitions to other early learning programsProvide opportunities to actively encourage parents¿ participation in the child¿s education and development through parent engagement, parents as partners¿ activities, volunteer in-kind hours and parent meetingsKEY COMPETENCIES (specific knowledge, skills or skill sets, and/or abilities necessary to perform work activities):Be able to perform all the essential functions of the position.Ability to work independently, but also be a team player.Ability to problem-solve and handle sensitive information and difficult situations tactfully and confidentially.Must be knowledgeable of and work in accordance with Head Start/ECEAP Performance Standards, department and College policies and regulations, and negotiated agreementsMust be able to use a computer for written communication, data entry, spreadsheet applications, and report creation.Must be able to respond to and initiate communication with college/program employees, staff of other institutions, outside agencies, enrolled families, and the general publicMust be able to exhibit cultural humility when working with staff and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgroundsMust be able to prioritize unplanned but required duties with ongoing confirmed deadlines. Must be flexible and able to negotiate priorities according to program needs while considering rules and process requirementsMust consistently adhere to an established work schedule and maintain a 95% attendance rateCurrent Food Worker Card and Pediatric CPR/1st AidMust possess a valid Washington State Driver¿s License and personal automobile insuranceJOB READINESS FACTORS (working conditions such as environmental factors, mental and physical demands, willingness issues of the position):Must be able to work under stressful situations and manage stress appropriatelyMust be able to accomplish repetitive tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracyMust be able to work independently and exercise appropriate judgmentAbility to perform regular sanitation/cleaning of the classroom that may require the use of a broom, carpet sweeper, mop, vacuum, and the use of cleaning productsMust be able to transport self to home visits and off-site trainings and meetingsMust be able to climb stairs and walk over uneven surfaces, walk or run quickly, kneel or sit on the floor, lift approximately 40 pounds (only on an emergency, as-needed basis), sit in a childs size chair, and move quickly from multiple positions and levelsRequired vaccines: TDap, MMR, Hep B seriesMust show a negative TB Test and obtain a health provider statement showing free of communicable diseasesCleared Portable Background Check through DCYFThis is a classified position reporting to the Education Site Manager.For information on applying, please see Application Procedures and Required Documents, below.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or comparable credential, andhave been trained OR have additional equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler developmentTwo years of paid work experience in an infant/toddler classroom(See Conditions of Employment section for additional requirements.)PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT :Work is performed in an an early learning environment, and onsite/in-person. The ability to sit, bend, stoop, walk and generally move around the classroom and over uneven surfaces is required. Position will be responsible for sanitizing classroom furniture and materials, changing diapers, and care and feeding of infants. This position involves some repetitive movement like keyboarding. Excellent communication skills are essential. This includes the ability to speak clearly and fully comprehend written and spoken English and will include communication with people for whom English is not their first language. Those who are multilingual are strongly encouraged to apply.WORK SCHEDULE :40 hours per week, Monday - FridayCOMPENSATION :Salary range 42. Beginning salary is $3,910/month. Progressive increases to $4,740 per month, plus a full state benefits package, which includes tuition waivers for college classes, medical, dental, retirement options and more. Vacation and leave package includes 12 sick days per year, 11 scheduled holidays, 1 personal holiday, 3 personal leave days, and 13.99 vacation days per year (incremental increases to 24 vacation days per year).CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :You must document your citizenship or employment authorization within three days of hire.Criminal background check . Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.All new positions are contingent upon funding.This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement.At this time, Edmonds College does not sponsor H1-B Visas.Complete, sign, and submit

Declaration Regarding Sexual MisconductAPPLICATION PROCEDURES AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:All applicants must apply online. No paper submissions or emailed materials will be accepted. Your online application must include the following documents in order to be complete:Cover letter that addresses the required qualifications.Current resume.Names and contact information for three references.For veterans preference, please scan and attach your DD214, Member-4 Form.Important, if this posting is on an external website other than

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please follow one of these links to apply. Applying via an external webpage will not enter our application system.ABOUT THE COLLEGE :Established in 1967, Edmonds College is a public, four-year, state college. It focuses on academic excellence, student success, and community engagement, which reflect the three aspects of its mission: Teaching | Learning | Community. It serves about 20,000 students annually, including more than 1,000 international students from more than 60 countries. The college offers nearly 70 associate degrees and 60 professional certificates in about 30 programs of study. Its highest enrolled programs are the Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degrees, Paralegal, Allied Health (pre-nursing degree), Business/Accounting, Construction Management, and Culinary Arts. The college is located in the center of the growing south Snohomish County communities of Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Brier, Mill Creek, Mukilteo, and Woodway. For more information, visit

www.edmonds.edu .EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENTThe college provides equal opportunity in education and in employment per state and federal law. The college prohibits discrimination against any person due to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (gender), disability, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. For questions about our nondiscrimination policy or gender equality and athletic teams, call our call our Title IX Compliance Officer 425.640.1024.

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