TEACHER-SALUDA HEAD START CENTER

WHO WE ARE GLEAMNS

Human Resources Commission, Incorporated, is a community-based organization that works in partnership with our local communities to deliver quality services, assistance, and opportunities to eligible customers with emphasis placed on education, employment, and developing self-sufficiency. One of our flagship programs is Head Start which provides a quality education, healthy meals, and safe playing environment for preschool-aged children to create a strong foundation to help our communities' children thrive and succeed. We want you to join our team to help our young people prosper.

THE MISSION

The Teacher is expected to: Instruct preschool-aged students, following curricula or lesson plans, in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth. Teach and supervise children in child development center(s) to ensure appropriate skills, knowledge, and behaviors are learned. Arrange childcare or educational settings to ensure physical safety of children. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.

A SNAPSHOT OF EXCITING THINGS YOU WILL DO

Teach basic skills, such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills. Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. Develop teaching plans for children, write a weekly lesson plan and review plans with the Center Coordinator. Document all classrooms activities; monitor the progress of children continually. Prepare reports detailing student activities or performance. Meet with parents on a regular basis, counsel behavior problems. Evaluate student work and maintain student records. Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs. Plan field trips and outdoor activities, coordinate arrangements. Drive and deliver assigned children to and from Center. Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Center Coordinator.

HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Communicates effectively: Provide information to customers, supervisors, and co-workers, in-person, by phone, and email.

Service-Oriented:

Developing constructive relationships with students, parents, and Center staff.

Technology savvy:

Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, enter data, or process information.

Collaborates:

Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Drives results:

Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.

Team Player:

Work effectively in a team environment.

Problem Solver :

Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.

Work Ethic:

A positive attitude, assertive, dependable, and energetic.

Critical Thinking:

Use reasoning to determine alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Available Benefits:

Health dental, and vision insurance Disability insurance 401K Life insurance Paid time off

Holidays Work Location:

In person