Provide nurturing care and implement developmentally appropriate activities for 1- and 2-year-old children. Maintain a safe classroom environment and collaborate with families and specialists to support child development.
Requirements summary
Requires a High School Diploma or GED with a CDA credential, or an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education. Must be able to pass a physical, drug screening, and TB test, and possess CPR/First Aid certification.
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Job description
Early Head Start Teacher – Infant & Toddler Classroom (1- & 2-Year-Olds) Union County Community Action, Inc. Work Location- Monroe, Union County, NC www.uccainc.org/careers Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) is seeking caring and passionate early childhood educators to join our Early Head Start team. This position works with 1- and 2-year-old children in a nurturing classroom environment that supports children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development while building strong partnerships with families.
Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through BCBSNC
Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Insurance
401(k) eligibility after one year of employment
Paid Time Off including Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Holidays
Tuition Assistance opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Professional development and career growth opportunities
Meaningful work serving children and families in our community
Key Responsibilities
Provide nurturing care and supervision for infants and toddlers
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom activities and routines
Foster children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development
Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging classroom environment
Observe and assess children’s developmental progress
Communicate regularly with families regarding children’s growth and daily activities
Conduct parent conferences and home visits as required
Collaborate with classroom staff and support specialists
Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and licensing requirements
Qualifications
EHS Teacher- High School Diploma or GED & Infant/Toddler CDA credential
EHS Teacher I- AA degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Sick Leave
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Holidays
Medical Insurance
401(k)
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Referral Program
Professional Development
Tuition Assistance
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Annual Leave
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
Experience working with infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children preferred
CPR and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Passion for early childhood education and family engagement
Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screening and TB test, and must submit to random drug screenings.
Physical Requirements Must be able to actively supervise infants and toddlers, frequently bend, kneel, sit on the floor, lift and carry children, and move throughout classroom and outdoor environments. Position requires occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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*The above description is not a comprehensive listing of all job specific responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
Market context
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