Temp Ehs Teacher
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
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About the Role
This position serves as the vital link between classroom operations and the broader mission of Head Start, ensuring that every pre-school child receives developmentally appropriate care that meets rigorous federal performance standards and state licensing regulations in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
In this role, you will lead the supervision and coordination of an assigned classroom, fostering a safe and nurturing environment for infants and toddlers. Your day involves implementing individualized activities that align with the program's philosophy while maintaining detailed records of each child's growth and development. You will act as a primary caregiver, observing and assessing progress to tailor educational plans that meet unique needs, including those of children with special needs.
A significant portion of your time is dedicated to building strong partnerships with families. You will facilitate parent involvement through monthly educational planning sessions, home visits, and parent-teacher conferences. Additionally, you will ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, managing everything from accident reporting to child abuse prevention, while supporting the administrative duties of the center as delegated by leadership.
Work location
Work model: On-site
On-site
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide infant-toddler specific caregiving routines in a primary caregiving setting
- check_circleObserve, assess, screen, and document each child's growth and development
- check_circlePlan activities involving parents and conduct educational planning sessions monthly
- check_circleAssist in administrative duties and provide on-site training to center staff
- check_circleVisit each child's home at least twice within the program year
- check_circleEnsure safety of all children by monitoring center and reporting accidents or concerns
- check_circlePrepare and maintain classroom records including sign-in/out sheets and monthly reports
- check_circlePlan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for preschool children
- check_circleConduct two parent-teacher conferences within the program year
- check_circleSubmit weekly curriculum-based lesson plans to the Child/Family Site Director
Requirements
- verifiedInfant-Toddler CDA or equivalent with enrollment in Infant-Toddler CDA program
- verifiedMust meet NJ and PA licensing standards
- verifiedCar available on a daily basis
Nice to Have
AA and BA degree
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate, Cda.
Education: AA in Child Development or equivalent experience.
Frequently asked questions about Temp Ehs Teacher at Tri-County Community Action Agency
What does a Temp Ehs Teacher at Tri-County Community Action Agency do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Temp Ehs Teacher at Tri-County Community Action Agency will provide infant-toddler specific caregiving routines in a primary caregiving setting; observe, assess, screen, and document each child's growth and development; plan activities involving parents and conduct educational planning sessions monthly; and assist in administrative duties and provide on-site training to center staff.
What are the requirements for this Temp Ehs Teacher role?expand_more
To qualify for the Temp Ehs Teacher at Tri-County Community Action Agency position, applicants should have: Infant-Toddler CDA or equivalent with enrollment in Infant-Toddler CDA program; Must meet NJ and PA licensing standards; and Car available on a daily basis.
Where is the Temp Ehs Teacher role at Tri-County Community Action Agency located?expand_more
Temp Ehs Teacher at Tri-County Community Action Agency is based in On-site. This is a on-site role.
Is this Temp Ehs Teacher job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Tri-County Community Action Agency has listed this Temp Ehs Teacher role as on-site.
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Candidates for Temp Ehs Teacher at Tri-County Community Action Agency should have mid level.
What skills do you need for the Temp Ehs Teacher role at Tri-County Community Action Agency?expand_more
Key skills for Temp Ehs Teacher at Tri-County Community Action Agency include Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate; and Cda.
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Educational requirements for this role: AA in Child Development or equivalent experience.
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Temp Ehs Teacher at Tri-County Community Action Agency is part of the teaching job category on Recrutus.
About Tri-County Community Action Agency
Tri-County Community Action Agency, headquartered in Johnston, Rhode Island, operates as a private non-profit organization dedicated to serving vulnerable populations across the northwestern region of Providence County, Washington County, and Kent County. The agency delivers a comprehensive suite of programs to over 34,000 individuals and families, integrating social services with Federally Qualified Health Centers that offer primary medical, dental, and behavioral health care. This structure allows the organization to address the social determinants of health directly within the communities it supports.
Services provided by the agency include Head Start and Early Head Start, fuel assistance, and weatherization initiatives. The organization also manages senior and disabled adult services, adult education, employment training, and summer youth employment programs. Additional offerings encompass State Opioid Response initiatives, substance abuse coalitions, juvenile justice hearing boards, family care partnerships, emergency food and shelter, tax preparation and financial literacy, and WIC nutrition assistance.
The mission focuses on empowering residents to achieve social and economic self-sufficiency through integrated support. The agency aims to foster healthy, happy communities with equitable access to healthcare, reduced poverty levels, and diminished stigma for those facing economic challenges.
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