Description: Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Early Head Start Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for infants and toddlers, promoting their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. This role involves working closely with families to support their children's growth and development Requirements: . Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that promote learning and development. Create a safe and welcoming classroom environment that encourages exploration and discovery. Observe and assess children's development and progress, maintaining accurate records. Collaborate with families to support their children's learning and development at home. Foster positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (preferred). REQUIRED: Infant/Toddler endorsed Child Development Associate Credential, or the Florida equivalent (FCCPC). Experience working with infants and toddlers in an educational setting. Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. Patience, creativity, and a passion for working with young children. CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain). Children First is an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Requirements Demonstrate/Knowledge to: ­ Provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions ­ Plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation ­ Use results of assessment to promote children’s progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five and any applicable state early learning and development standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate ­ Set and maintain professional boundaries with families ­ Use technology to plan, record, report and monitor education and child development services Skill/Ability to: ­ Speak, read and write English; bilingual language(s) is helpful ­ Collect, analyze and utilize data to plan and monitor growth in child outcomes and school readiness ­ Solve problems and make appropriate decisions ­ Manage time, solve problems and make appropriate decisions in varying situations ­ Work collaboratively and cooperatively with fellow staff, parents, and community representatives Physical/Mental Demands ­ Lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs. ­ Kneels, stoops, bends, reaches and sits on floor to attend to children’s needs ­ Sitting, for working at keyboard and desk, standing, driving for home and site visits ­ Moves quickly in response to active children in need of redirection to protect their and others safety ­ Uses manual dexterity, reaches with hands and arms, stretches, and talks or hears ­ Responds both physically and mentally to emergency or crisis situations Environmental Conditions ­ Variability in temperature, environment and noise ­ Potential sensory response associated with toileting and/or children who are ill ­ Contact with children who are ill and/or possibly contagious ­ Contact with chemicals to clean and sanitize equipment and facility