PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST - HEAD START (Preschool 3-5) - Support the implementation of high-quality teaching and instructional practices to enhance the impact of teacher-child interactions to achieve positive outcomes for children. Use research-based strategies to support adult learning and professional development of teachers (all classroom staff).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Related Field Required
• Minimum 5 Years of Teaching Experience in Early Childhood
• Experience Providing and Implementing Early Childhood Education Service Activities and Training for Teaching Staff and/or Parents
• Knowledge of Early Childhood Education Theory and NAEYC Best Practices, Including Child Development, Developmentally Appropriate Practices for Typically Developing Children and Children with Special Needs, Naturalistic and Formal Means of Assessment, Individualizing. Planning, Special Services, Referrals, Developing and Maintaining a Classroom Environment and Routines and Classroom Management
• Familiar with Current Research and Understand How That Research Can Be Translated Into Classroom Instruction
• Knowledge of Best Practices to Model and Able to Apply Professional Knowledge to Work with Adult Learners
• Able to Work and Communicate with Culturally, Linguistically, Developmentally, and Age-Diverse Groups
• Able to Communicate Self-Confidence Yet Remain Open to Other Perspectives
• Must Have Experience in Establishing and Maintaining Positive, Trusting, Supportive Relationships with Teaching Staff and Families
• Friendliness, Empathy and Respect for Staff Balanced with the Ability to Individualize According to Learning Style and Background
• Ability to Lift and Carry 50 Pounds
• This Position Requires Driving. A Valid Driver's License, Current Auto Insurance and a Good Driving Record
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Pre-hire:
Fingerprinting/Background Check
Health Report
Post-hire:
Annual Physical/Health History
CPR and First Aid Certification
Food Worker Card
Proof of current Driver’s License and auto insurance
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Location: Administrative Office
Supervisor: Head Start Director
Schedule: 40.0 hrs/wk, full-year (48 weeks)
Salary: $34.02 - $49.60 per hour DOE and education
Plus benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, professional development opportunities, paid personal and sick leave, paid holidays, and retirement plan with matching contribution.
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CCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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