Associate Teacher - Infant/Toddler (Toyon)

Kidango is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. The Associate Teacher assists the Lead Teacher and/or Center Director and assumes responsibility for general supervision, development, and education of children, and partnering with families at our Toyon Center.

Requirements

• Develops and implements lesson plans to execute current program goals.
• Utilizes classroom materials and routines to promote an environment conducive to age appropriate levels of development, interests, and special needs of the children.
• Develops and maintains a safe and healthy classroom environment in accordance with Head Start, title 5, and title 22 regulations.
• Implements rules and practices in support of positive child redirection.
• Conducts required parent/teacher meetings as set forth by both the Head Start Act and Title 5.
• Conducts the ASQ and the ASQ/SE with children assigned to cohorts.
• Works on the Individualized Education Plan for each child assigned to cohort and updates with family.
• Maintains and updates written records and reports in accordance with the head Start and title 5 act in a timely manner.
• Maintains an open and friendly relationship with staff, parents, and program volunteers.
• Commits to inclusive practice to accommodate children with learning differences and special needs.
• Integrates Head Start Federal Mandates into the classroom routines and curriculum plans.
• Ensures personalized special services are provided to children with special needs (i.e, feeding, assistance with toiling, including diapering, specialized equipment and so forth).
• Attends required classroom, center, and organization meetings.
• Assists other centers when requested.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package
• Friendly, supportive, and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleagues
• Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world
• Drug-Free Workplace