15 - Teacher I

Job Title: Teacher I

Division: Head Start

Department: Early Childhood

Location: Varies

Supervisor: Principal

Salary Range: $16/hourly

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Work Status: Full Time

EEOC Job Classification: Teacher

Last Revision Date: May 2025

JOB SUMMARY

This position works collaboratively with other teachers, family members, and staff to create a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children. Provide emotional support to children while encouraging child expression. Ability to use strategies for behavior management.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise and monitor children at all times.

• Establish a safe and stimulating learning environment.

• Assist in the preparation of classroom setup including equipment and materials for classroom work.

• Maintains a clean and organized classroom.

• Manage transitions between activities.

• Greet children and parents upon arrival and escorts children to and from the bus.

• Involved in mealtime with the children, assist with the serving of meals, nutrition supplements, and clean up.

• Encourage parental involvement in classroom activities and program events.

• Work closely and directly under the direction of Teacher III or IV with tasks and carrying out the educational program.

• Perform related work as required by the agency in providing services to children and families.

• In Early Head Start, act as Substitute for education staff during breaks, lunches, planning sessions, and absences.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Satisfactory completion of mandatory trainings.

• Additional duties as assigned.