The incumbent manages classroom activities and provides services to meet Head Start Performance Standards. Responsibilities include implementing developmentally appropriate curricula and ensuring the health, safety, and nutrition of children.
Job DetailsJob Location
Higginbotham -
Phenix
City,
AL 36869Position
Type:
Full
TimeSalary
Range: $19.36 - $20.09
HourlyJob
Category:
EducationJob
Summary: Incumbent provides for the establishment, maintenance, and management of classroom activities and providing those services necessary to meet the requirements of the Head Start Performance Standards.
Major
Responsibilities/Activities: Maintain confidentiality about issues concerning other staff members, children and families of Enrichment Services Program. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of ages and stages of development. Understand the general areas of physical, social, cognitive and emotional development for this age group. Staff interact frequently, affectionately, and respectfully by smiling, touching, and holding children. Speak in a friendly, calm, soft, courteous manner within close proximity of the child. Staff respect and observe children's interests. Intervene when needed to maintain safety. Enhance children's play with language, toys, and activities. Staff communicates directly with each child at the child's level. Engage and communicate constructively with individual children during activities and routines. Take every opportunity to positively extend children's thinking and actions. Assist and be responsive to children's needs, questions, and requests. Encourage and model social behavior and expectations which are developmentally appropriate. Acknowledge feelings with sensitivity and demonstrate appropriate expression of emotions. Practice positive discipline techniques in guiding children's behavior according to NAEYC. Be attentive, flexible and supportive of children and their families during transitions to and from classrooms. Assist in implementing daily lesson plans and daily schedules. Assist in organizing and maintaining learning centers within the classroom. Recruit volunteers and solicits in-kind contributions. Attend meetings, trainings and workshop as required. Maintain cleanliness of classrooms and adjoining restrooms. Serve as an advocate for the Head Start Program, families and children. Perform other duties as assigned. Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum which reflects observations and assessments of individual children and goals jointly developed with parents/guardians.
Physical
Environment,
Health,
Safety and
Nutrition: Maintain and follow all safety and health rules of the location. Supervise children at all times. Demonstrate awareness of entire group while working with a small group or individuals. Know the number of children in your group and maintain ratios at all times. Maintain accurate attendance records throughout the day. Complete appropriate paperwork (i.e., accidents, medication, and allergies). Encourage children to utilize appropriate health, safety and nutritional practices. Keep environment and equipment safe, clean, and attractive. Encourage respect for classroom materials. Notify designated individual in advance when supplies are needed. Assist in arrangement of space into clearly defined, well organized activity areas. Organize a variety of materials on low, open shelves for children to use independently
QualificationsMinimum
Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education OR in a related field (Child Development, Elementary Education, etc.) and minimum one year DECAL experience working with children from birth to 5 years of age.(
Masters preferred)
Essential
Mental
Functions: Ability to communicate effectively with parents, children and staff. Benefits We value our team members and are pleased to offer a flexible benefits package for all eligible employees.
Our package includes: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Life Insurance (50,000) Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability FSA – Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Generous Paid Time Off (Sick, Personal, and Holidays) 401(k) Plan
Requirements
A Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is required, with a Master's degree preferred. Candidates must have at least one year of DECAL experience working with children from birth to 5 years of age.
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Alabama classroom teacher market context
In Alabama, classroom teacher roles are typically shaped by steady demand in schools and child-focused programs that need educators who can manage groups, plan lessons, and keep students engaged. These roles are competitive because employers often look for candidates who already have classroom leadership experience, meet state and center education requirements, and can handle active, hands-on work with children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare openings, then confirm your credentials and prepare examples of lesson planning and classroom management before applying.
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