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Early Head Start Teacher- (Infant Toddlers)
Early Head Start Teacher - Infant/Toddler Program
About This Opportunity
East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is seeking a full-time Teacher to join our Early Head Start program in Newport, RI. This is your chance to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of infants and toddlers during their crucial developmental years.
Your Role
As an Early Head Start Teacher, you will:
* Assist Lead Teachers in implementing developmentally appropriate activities
* Create a nurturing, safe classroom environment for infants and toddlers
* Promote children's health, nutrition, and educational development
* Observe and document children's behaviors to identify strengths and growth areas
* Follow Head Start Performance Standards, RI Child Care Center Licensing Regulations, and RI Department of Education Early Learning Standards
* Implement the Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS) approach
* Utilize Creative Curriculum to provide high-quality learning experiences
Qualifications
Candidates must have excellent communication skills to effectively engage with parents, children, staff, and community partners. You must also meet ONE of these educational requirements:
* High School Diploma/GED with:
o Minimum of 9 credit hours in Early Childhood Education (ECE)
o Supervised teaching experience in an ECE setting
o Enrollment in a Child Development Associate (CDA) program (to be completed within one year of hire)
* Child Development Associate (CDA) credential with:
o Supervised teaching experience in an ECE setting
* Associate's or Bachelor's degree in:
o Early Childhood Education or related field
o Supervised teaching experience in an ECE setting
*Related fields include: Human Development, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Education, Pediatric Nursing, Home Economics/Family & Consumer Science, Physical Education & Recreation, and Child & Family Studies. Candidates with related degrees must provide detailed college transcripts showing appropriate ECE coursework.
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Benefits Package
Full-time employees (30-40 hours/week) receive:
* Heavily subsidized medical and dental insurance plans (BCBSRI)
* Supplemental vision insurance
* Voluntary medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
* 403(b) retirement plan with up to 3% company match
* Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability
* Generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, personal days, sick time)
* Opportunities for center-paid training and CEUs
* Employee assistance program
EBCAP is committed to fair treatment and access for all. We welcome candidates from varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives who are passionate about making a difference in our community.
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