Head Start Preschool Teacher -Full Year Position Manchester

**Summary** **Community Action Partnership Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties Head Start has immediate opportunities for strong, committed early childhood professionals to join our dynamic team.** **Community Action Partnership Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties Head Start has immediate opportunities for strong, committed early childhood professionals to join our dynamic team. Challenge yourself to make a difference in the lives of children and families!** **Head Start provides:** **Classroom support** including available on\-site coaching **Technology** to implement curriculum and assessment **Professional development** opportunities **Opportunities for Advancemen** t in the field of early childhood education **This position is 40 hours per week/52 weeks per year.** **CAPHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer** **Duties** Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment. * Develop trusting relationships with the children and families by creating a positive, nurturing environment. * Welcome and support families as the primary educator of their child, encouraging the involvement of families and supporting the development of relationships between children and families; provide opportunities for families to participate in the curriculum outside of the classroom. * Plan and implement daily learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of children * Assure completion of teaching responsibilities including, but not limited to: Complete developmental and behavioral screenings on each child within 45 days of starting date and continue with on\-going observation and assessment procedures throughout enrollment in the program. Plan and provide daily classroom activities (both teacher\-initiated and child\-initiated) geared to meet individual needs and interests of the children. Complete 4 family visits per year, scheduling all meetings at the convenience of the family, with the goal of 2 home visits and 2 center visits each year. **Requirements** Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood or degree in related field with 18 credits in ECE, including at least one 3 credit course in Child Growth and Development **Nice To Haves** Enthusiasm \& Energy! Sense of Humor Commitment to ongoing learning Basic use of technology **Benefits** Health, dental \& vision insurance plans Retirement program with a 10% employer contribution after 1 year Paid vacation, sick leave, \& holidays Agency Employee Assistance Program Staff wellness program