Bon Secours
Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher
The Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher will contribute to the planning and implementation of a developmentally appropriate educational program that will provide children comprehensive quality services that meet the individual needs of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers being served. Essential Job Functions: Assesses development of children and sets goals for their development, plans individualized curriculum to help children meet goals Assists with providing coaching and guidance to ensure the successful inclusion of children with special needs in regular classroom activities Exhibits an ability to work independently and effectively with all infant and toddler age groups Oversees the health, safety, and well-being of all center-based children Adheres to safe sleep, health, and safety protocols Documents children's growth and development using written observations, photography, work samples, and assessment tools in hard copy and online database systems Reports directly to the Child Development Specialist, Lead Teacher and/or a member of the leadership team concerning the Child Development Programming and other job responsibilities Licensing/Certification: Childcare Center Director Certification - Maryland State Department of Education-Office of Childcare (required) 90-hour Child Care Certification and 4-hour Infant/Toddler Certification - Maryland State Department of Education (required, Child Development Associate credential - CDA within 6 months of hire date) CPR and First Aid Certification (preferred) Shaken Baby Syndrome Certification (preferred) Child Abuse and Neglect Certification (preferred) Support in Breastfeeding (preferred) 9-hour Communication - Maryland State Department of Education (preferred) Teaching Strategies GOLD assessments (preferred) Child Development Associate (CDA) Infant/Toddler Certification (preferred) Education: High school diploma (required) Work Experience: 1 year of progressive, related experience (required) Training: Microsoft Word and Outlook software (required) Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer. Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
The Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher will contribute to the planning and implementation of a developmentally appropriate educational program that will provide children comprehensive quality services that meet the individual needs of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers being served. Essential Job Functions: Assesses development of children and sets goals for their development, plans individualized curriculum to help children meet goals Assists with providing coaching and guidance to ensure the successful inclusion of children with special needs in regular classroom activities Exhibits an ability to work independently and effectively with all infant and toddler age groups Oversees the health, safety, and well-being of all center-based children Adheres to safe sleep, health, and safety protocols Documents children's growth and development using written observations, photography, work samples, and assessment tools in hard copy and online database systems Reports directly to the Child Development Specialist, Lead Teacher and/or a member of the leadership team concerning the Child Development Programming and other job responsibilities Licensing/Certification: Childcare Center Director Certification - Maryland State Department of Education-Office of Childcare (required) 90-hour Child Care Certification and 4-hour Infant/Toddler Certification - Maryland State Department of Education (required, Child Development Associate credential - CDA within 6 months of hire date) CPR and First Aid Certification (preferred) Shaken Baby Syndrome Certification (preferred) Child Abuse and Neglect Certification (preferred) Support in Breastfeeding (preferred) 9-hour Communication - Maryland State Department of Education (preferred) Teaching Strategies GOLD assessments (preferred) Child Development Associate (CDA) Infant/Toddler Certification (preferred) Education: High school diploma (required) Work Experience: 1 year of progressive, related experience (required) Training: Microsoft Word and Outlook software (required) Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer. Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.