Head Start/Daycare Teacher This position is a full time (12 months/year) position and is based at the Building Blocks Daycare in Metropolis, Illinois . It does come with a benefit package (including personal and sick time accrual, holidays, health and life insurance, and an employer sponsored cafeteria plan). This position is responsible for providing a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate early childhood program for preschool aged children and developing a partnership with the children's parents or caregivers to engage and encourage parent participation in the program. Qualifications: At a minimum the applicant must have an Associate Degree in Early Childhood or a related with 18 hours in Early Childhood - Prefer Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood and experience in an early childhood setting. Pay Range: $17.66-$22.49 Job Duties: Develops weekly plans and implements age appropriate curriculum to nurture and stimulate all domains of children's development in their care. Administers developmental screening tool within 45 days of child's enrollment. Completes referrals as needed and participates in IEP/IFSP meetings as needed. Maintains an online portfolio on each child's progress and development. Works cooperatively with Teacher Aide and other staff and volunteers using team approach to classroom management. Assures that all children are supervised at all times. Participates in family style meals and snacks at the table with the children and completes daily meal and attendance records. Completes family staff conferences and home visits as required. Assists families with transitions from Head Start to Kindergarten. Any other duties as requested or assigned to meet the requirements of the Head Start program The applicant selected for this will be required to undergo a DCFS Background/Criminal Check as required by Head Start and Illinois Department of Children & Family Services.

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