Kidango · 1 hour ago
Associate Teacher - Early Head Start (Eden Youth)
Hayward
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$36.93/hr - $36.93/hr
3+ years expKidango is an early learning nonprofit dedicated to supporting children's development and education. The Associate Teacher for Early Head Start will develop and implement lesson plans, create a safe classroom environment, and foster parent partnerships to support children's learning and growth.
Health CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Develop and implement lesson plans using the Creative Curriculum to execute current program goals
Utilize classroom materials and routines to promote an environment conducive to age appropriate levels of development, interests, and special needs of the children
Develop and maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment in accordance with Head Start, Title 5, and Title 22 regulations
Implement rules and practices in support of positive child re-direction
Provide a continuous and interactive process between families and program providers that foster the parent partnership agreements as required by the federal regulations under the Head Start Act
Conduct required parent/teacher meetings as set forth by both the Head Start Act and Title 5
Conduct the ASQ and the ASQ/SE with children assigned to cohort
Work on the Individualized Education Plan for each child assigned to cohort and update with family up to three times per school year
Maintain and update written records and reports in accordance with the head Start and title 5 act in a timely manner
Maintain an open and friendly relationship with staff, parents, and program volunteers
Commitment to inclusive practice to accommodate children with learning differences and special needs
Integrate Head Start Federal Mandates into the classroom routines and curriculum plans
Ensure personalized special services are provided to children with special needs (i.e, feeding, assistance with toileting, including diapering, specialized equipment and so forth)
Attend required classroom, center, and organization meetings
Perform related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Develop and implement lesson plans using the Creative Curriculum to execute current program goals
Utilize classroom materials and routines to promote an environment conducive to age appropriate levels of development, interests, and special needs of the children
Develop and maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment in accordance with Head Start, Title 5, and Title 22 regulations
Implement rules and practices in support of positive child re-direction
Provide a continuous and interactive process between families and program providers that foster the parent partnership agreements as required by the federal regulations under the Head Start Act
Conduct required parent/teacher meetings as set forth by both the Head Start Act and Title 5
Conduct the ASQ and the ASQ/SE with children assigned to cohort
Work on the Individualized Education Plan for each child assigned to cohort and update with family up to three times per school year
Maintain and update written records and reports in accordance with the head Start and title 5 act in a timely manner
Maintain an open and friendly relationship with staff, parents, and program volunteers
Commitment to inclusive practice to accommodate children with learning differences and special needs
Integrate Head Start Federal Mandates into the classroom routines and curriculum plans
Ensure personalized special services are provided to children with special needs (i.e, feeding, assistance with toileting, including diapering, specialized equipment and so forth)
Attend required classroom, center, and organization meetings
Perform related duties as assigned
Must pass a health screening and TB test
Must pass background fingerprint clearance
Valid Driver License
Must be 18 years or older
The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties
Preferred
Child Development Associate Teacher permit required
AA in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field with at least three years of direct classroom work required
3 Infant/Toddler units required
Supervision of teaching assistants and volunteers highly desired
Knowledge of Federal Head Start policies and procedures highly desired
Bilingual (English/Spanish, English/Cantonese,) speaking, reading, and writing skills highly desired
Benefits
An opportunity to improve real lives, solve hard problems, and change the world
Friendly, supportive, and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleagues
A comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package
Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world
Company
Kidango
Kidango’s commitment is to ensure all children have access to the best opportunities for growth, focused on education and health.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Nereyra Houle
Chief Financial Officer
Andrea Garcia
Chief People Officer
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