Head Start Teacher – Grand Forks – Grand Forks, ND

QUALIFICATIONS: A Head Start teacher must be licensed to teach in North Dakota with a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education.

SUPERVISED BY: Head Start Director/Education Coordinators

SUPERVISOR OF: Paraprofessionals and Foster Grandparents

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

To provide high quality, individualized instruction for Head Start children in a center based environment. Assist children to achieve their School Readiness Goals in a developmentally appropriate classroom environment. Act as a role model for parents, staff and volunteers by encouraging maximum family engagement.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct with Head Start children, families, colleagues and the community.
• Implement Head Start Policies and Procedures, the GFHS School Readiness Plan, the Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies GOLD in addition to Head Start enrichment curriculums.
• Develop and maintain a developmentally appropriate classroom environment that meets the Creative Curriculum interest area requirements.
• Provide an effective program of instruction based on the needs and capabilities of individual students to include but not limited to:
  i. Review of previously taught material
  ii. Presentation of new material
  iii. Use a variety of teaching materials and techniques
  iv. Evaluation of student progress on a regular basis
• Be proficient in the implementation of the Brigance Early Childhood Screen III and Teaching Strategies GOLD.
• Develop and utilize with your paraprofessional an ongoing system of observing children. Enter required observations in Teaching Strategies GOLD.
• Schedule two home visits and two home school conferences. Discuss with families the GFHS School Readiness Plan, the Child Profile/Outcome form and set appropriate goals for each child.
• Share concerns and pertinent information with coordinators. Make appropriate referrals to RTI/MTSS, 504 plans, Emotion Management and Children of Change. Be prepared to actively participate in classroom staffings.
• Provide emotional support in accordance with CLASS through fostering a Positive Classroom Climate, Teacher Sensitivity and Regard for Student Perspectives.
• Foster classroom organization in accordance with CLASS through Behavior Management, Productivity and Instructional Learning Formats.
• Provide instructional support in accordance with CLASS through Concept Development, Quality of Feedback and Language Modeling.
• Actively supervise children at all times. This includes: classroom, field trips, gym, and the playground.
• Use outcome reports, observations and children’s Individual Learning Plans to guide instruction.
• Involve parents in curriculum planning while providing opportunities to volunteer. Extend learning into the home by sending activities in weekly newsletters and by participation in the Back Pack Reading Program.
• Attend teacher’s meetings, staffings and IEP/MTSS meetings.
• Maintain children’s education files and kindergarten transition files.
• Submit all required paperwork in a timely fashion.
• Evaluate paraprofessionals and community volunteers.
• Transition children in and out of Head Start, working closely with Head Start parents, kindergarten teachers and community agencies.
• Continue to grow professionally through membership in professional organizations such as NAEYC, attend conferences and workshops, read professional journals and keep skills in technology current.
• Complete training in CPR/Choking, First Aid and Head Start Policies and Procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

Teachers must attend all in-service and pre-service training. Attend annual training/workshops required to maintain any and all licenses. Must be CPR and First Aid Certified, and maintain this certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

All Grand Forks Head Start employees are required to have a physical examination by a physician every two years. Must be able to stand, walk, sit on the floor with children, reach, handle materials, communicate both verbally and in written form, be able to hear and have adequate vision. Staff must be able to lift 50 pounds carry, push, and/or pull equipment and furniture.

External applicants are allowed to bring in up to 11 years of teaching experience.

Current Benefit information can be found at https://www.gfschools.org/Page/596

The Teacher Negotiated Agreement can be viewed at https://www.gfschools.org/Page/602

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Current GFPS paraprofessionals, substitute teachers, and resident teachers who are interested in applying must complete a regular Teacher Application.

Current GFPS contracted teachers: Current contracted teachers interested in transferring must complete an Internal Teacher Application. The Certified Voluntary Transfer and Reassignment Procedure can be found at https://www.gfschools.org/Page/597. This application includes sections to indicate your grade level and school preferences. When specific openings are determined your application will be considered based on your selected preferences.