PRE-SCHOOL TEACHER w/ AA in ECE (MSHS - Seasonal Full-Time) Aberdeen

This position is considered Seasonal Full-Time, with an approximate start date in April and running through December, including some downtime during the off-peak period.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct a classroom instructional curriculum and activities for assigned children that encourages the growth of language, social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and communication skills.
• Supervise and monitor the work activities of assigned Preschool Aide(s).
• Conduct and monitor developmental screening of children, assist in collaborating and implementing Individual Educational Plans (IEPs).
• Monitor the progress of individual children.
• Perform daily health checks of children.
• Participate in home visits with parents of assigned children and conduct parent-staff conferences.
• Prepare, maintain, and present records, documents, reports, reviews, and databases.
• Assist in interviewing, hiring, and evaluation of Teacher Aides.
• Represent the MSHS program to community and local and regional educational agencies.
• Knowledge of current and new educational practices, techniques, and objectives.
• Develop and maintain dual language in the classroom.
• Prepare children for transition into kindergarten.
• Implement CLASS dimension and domains into the classroom.
• Participate in early release trainings, mentoring, and professional development.
• Ability to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment in a classroom environment.
• Ability to provide children with experiences and opportunities that allow them to develop curiosity, initiative, problem-solving skills, and creativity.
• Ability to develop and implement clear, reasonable, consistent, and age-appropriate rules and expectations for children, engage the children in the rule-setting process.
• Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Maintain standards of confidentiality of CC Idaho clients and records.
• Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with CC Idaho policies, procedures, safety practices, and Head Start Performance Standards.

Qualifications:

• Required: Associate degree in early childhood education (ECE) or related field with ECE credits.
• One-year teaching or related early education experience.
• Current driver's license and proof of auto insurance.
• Must pass physical examination and background checks, including state day care clearance.
• Must obtain clearance of Tuberculosis.
• Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification.
• Preferred: Two years or more teaching or related early education experience.
• Ability to proficiently read, speak, and write in both English/Spanish in a business setting.
• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field with ECE credits.

Physical Demands:

Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl; to reach with hands and arms; to climb or balance; and smell. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Work Environment:

Work in an office or classroom setting; may be exposed to electrical shock and fumes or airborne particles; the work may be stressful; the noise level is moderate to elevated.

Benefits: CCI is a strong, non-profit agency to work with. They respect work-life balance and allow for flexibility when it is needed. Excellent premiums on benefits packages. Good working environment with opportunities for advancement.