Head Start Teacher

The Head Start Teacher works under the supervision of the Center Director. The Head Start Teacher will be responsible for the organization of classroom space and equipment to meet the individual needs of children enrolled including the provision of activities in all areas reflecting Early Childhood Development practices, which will encourage children to : initiate activities, solve problems, explore, experiment, question and learn by doing.

Required Knowledge & Abilities :

• Knowledge of Early Childhood Education and best practices.
• Ability to communicate proficiently in English with children, families, staff and community agencies and partners.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction and make mathematical computations and tabulations.
• Ability to operate modern office equipment (computer, fax, scanner, copier).
• Knowledge of special needs of families and aware of ways to effectively communicate and assist them.
• Ability to operate Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and the internet. Ability to be a mandated reporter for suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Ability to work in another position and center when needed.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit at child's level, stand, stoop, squat, bend, walk, talk, hear, use hands to grip, type, reach with hands and arms, occasionally required to stand, or walk on uneven surfaces, climb stairs, run.

Minimum Qualifications :

Essential Functions :

All candidates for employment with CCANO must submit to a criminal records check as a condition of employment.

New employees will be required to complete a criminal background check prior to employment.

Compliance with the State of LA Child Protection Act and Archdiocese Policy on Abuse and Neglect, to provide for the safety and security of all clients served by CCANO programs.

Certain programs require additional background checks in addition to the Archdiocesan check.  These may include the "State Police Check " and

" The Department of Education".