Early Head Start Teacher

CEO is a Community Action Agency thats committed to making a positive impact by supporting our customers, colleagues, and community. Were looking for individuals to join our agency that support and believe in our

Values of:

Helping Others, Respect, Accountability, Innovation & Teamwork. CEOs many programs offer a broad range of services to meet the needs of our community. Our Schodack Resource Center is seeking an Early Head Start Teacher that will: Nurture and support the development and learning of children aged 6 weeks to 3 years old through the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Use age-appropriate and positive guidance strategies to teach, encourage, and redirect inappropriate classroom behavior Build positive relationships with staff and families through positive and professional communication.

Create a welcoming classroom environmentPlan and implement a daily education program for infant and toddler children that integrates all components of Head Start/Early Head Start Performance Standards. Work collaboratively with the classroom co-teacher and all other program staff.

Complete all required paperwork including lesson plans. Observation notes, health logs, child assessments, etc. Create and maintain a safe and healthy environment ensuring adequate supervision and compliance with licensing.

Candidate Qualifications:

An AAS or bachelors degree in early childhood education or Infant/Toddler CDA (Child Development Associate)Knowledge of Infant/Toddler child development and family interactionCandidate must be authorized to work in the US without the need for

Visa Sponsorship Other Benefits Include:

Competitive Hourly Rate Offered--->$20/hr with CDA ~$22/hr with associates degreeMonday-Friday 730am-3pm (Full year position)Casual Dress CodeHealthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts)

• Cash payment of three thousand dollars for waiving health insurance (FT)
• Telemedicine offered to staffEmployee Assistance ProgramOptional 403(b) Retirement Plan
• 12 paid holidays1 week off between Christmas and New Years, February, & April school break.

PTO/Sick Time AccrualWhen eligible, Employer Sponsored Pension Plan starting at 5% of salary contribution

• CEO qualifies eligible employees for the Federal School Loan Forgiveness Program
• CEO is part of the Quality Stars program and scholarship opportunities are available for staff to advance their education and deepen their qualifications as early childhood professionals.

Please note:

applicants for this position will be required to complete standard background clearances.

Apply:

https://www.ceoempowers.org/about/join-us/

Call:

518-272-6012, ext. 301 EOE/AA