Head Start Teacher

To provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for children, while they are in the Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips); To promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of Head Start children relative to the Creative Curriculum, Head Start Performance Standards/Domains, and Licensing guidelines. To encourage parental involvement in all aspects of the program; To develop individual goals for children, provide on-going assessment on progress, promote positive child outcomes and facilitate transition into kindergarten Requirements Strong knowledge of child development, family dynamics, and the needs of children: Minimum educational requirement of a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or bachelors in a related field that includes classes focusing on early childhood education/development. Note: An associate degree in early childhood education will be accepted; on the condition the employee is already enrolled or enrolls in a bachelor’s degree (ECE) program, which will be mandatory, to maintain teacher status. Failure to work towards a bachelor’s degree will result in the relinquishment of said position. Diploma/transcripts will be required to validate early childhood education degree or transcripts to validate related classes if bachelor's degree is in a related field. Prefer two years’ experience in preschool classroom with ability to adapt curriculum to meet the needs of all children, including special needs, gifted, and culturally diverse populations. Ability to apply early childhood development theory in daily classroom activities, and adapt to the individual needs of children. Excellent communication skills, especially good listening and writing skills. If a licensed driver, employee must have a valid Virginia Driver's License and proof of current auto insurance where applicable. Employment is conditional pending immediate enrollment in Child Care Division - Criminal History Registry. Must present current TB/Physical at the time of employment or within 10 working days for TB test and 30 days for physical. Benefits Hampton Roads Community Action Program (HRCAP) offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, effective the first day of the month following your hire date. Benefits include: · Paid Time Off: o Sick leave accrued at 5 hours per pay period o 1 paid day off annually for your birthday o 11 paid holidays, including major federal holidays Official Break Pay (Spring Break, Winter Break, and Summer Break) · Health & Wellness: o Medical, dental, and vision insurance available for employees and dependents o HRCAP covers 75% of health insurance premiums o Coverage begins the first of the month after hire o Pre-tax premium deductions via Section 125 Plan · Retirement: o 403(b) retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 3% after one year of service Additional details are provided in the HRCAP Employee Handbook and Summary Plan Documents.