Union County Community Action, Inc·Monroe, North Carolina
The teacher will provide nurturing care and implement developmentally appropriate activities for infants and toddlers in a classroom setting. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe environment, assessing developmental progress, and communicating regularly with families.
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 Build secure relationships and help young children reach important early milestones. UCCA is seeking caring Early Head Start Teachers to work with 1- and 2-year-old children in nurturing, individualized classrooms.
Why You’ll Love Working at UCCA 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 is after one year of employment) 12 Paid Holidays Paid Annual & Sick Leave Tuition Assistance opportunities Employee Referral Program Professional development and career growth opportunities Meaningful work serving children and families in our community
Earn More as You Grow Your Career In addition to UCCA's competitive pay and benefits, eligible early childhood educators may qualify for NC Early Years supplemental compensation programs, including STEP$ and WAGE$, which recognize education, experience, and commitment to North Carolina's early childhood workforce.
Eligibility, funding, program availability, and award amounts are determined by NC Early Years and may vary by county.
What You’ll Do Provide nurturing care and supervision for infants and toddlers Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom activities and routines Develop secure, responsive relationships with children 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
High School Diploma or GED required Infant/Toddler CDA credential preferred or willingness to obtain 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) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UCCA considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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*The above description is not a comprehensive listing of all job specific responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, with an Infant/Toddler CDA credential preferred. Applicants are also required to hold CPR and First Aid certification and must pass pre-employment physical and drug screenings.
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