Associated Catholic Charities - Baltimore, MD
posted about 14 hours ago
About the position
Catholic Charities of Baltimore Head Start is currently seeking Head Start Teachers and Head Start Assistant Teachers for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. The Teacher manages the classroom and teaches in a manner that creates a stimulating and constructive environment for the growth, well-being, and development of children. This position establishes a positive and productive relationship with families through engagement in the child and families' strengths in accordance with the goals of Head Start. The Assistant Teacher is responsible for providing assistance to the teacher in building on child and family strengths and supporting school readiness goals and social competence, managing the classroom, and establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage the classroom and create a stimulating environment for children's growth and development.
- Establish positive relationships with families and engage them in their child's learning.
- Assist the teacher in building on child and family strengths and supporting school readiness goals.
- Maintain a safe and healthy learning environment.
- Advance social, physical, and intellectual competence through positive guidance and intentional learning experiences.
Requirements
- Teacher I: Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with internship or one year of experience teaching preschool age children.
- Teacher II: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with one year of experience teaching preschool-age children, or equivalent qualifications through Teach For America.
- Teacher III: Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with one year of experience teaching preschool-age children.
- Assistant Teacher I: High School Diploma/GED, 9-hour MSDE approved communications class, 90-hour ECE certification, and one year of experience working with preschoolers.
- Assistant Teacher II: Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) and a 9-hour MSDE approved communications class, or 90-hour ECE certification and 30 ECE college credits.
- Assistant Teacher III: AA or higher degree with approved coursework in ECE or teaching certificate for early childhood.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in trauma-informed care practices.
- Professional development in early childhood education.
Benefits
- Health/Dental/Vision insurance
- Vacation/sick/holiday pay
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer contribution
- Tuition Advancement
- Paid Parental Leave
