TMC

Position Title	Teacher
Region	Northern - Indiana
Location	Elwood, Geneva
Starting Date	ASAP
Posting Open	7/14/2010
Posting Closed	Until Filled
Resume Deadline	Until Filled
Job Duties	Full-Time Non-Exempt ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for planning and implementing a child development program for a MSHS classroom that conforms to developmentally appropriate practices and meets Head Start Performance Standards, along with other federal state and local requirements. Implements the education program to include: developing age-appropriate classroom environments and lesson plans, conducts, screenings and on-going assessments, plans and conducts home visits, parent/teacher conferences, and tracks children’s progress including outcomes geared towards school readiness. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION 1. Associate Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or Child Development or a related field with experience teaching preschool children. A related field is defined as a program of study that included six or more courses (18 credit hours) in early childhood education and/or child development. employees in this job. Employee may perform other related roles and responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor. 2. Must be at least 18 years of age. 3. Must have good PC skills and proficient in Microsoft Word, e-mail and internet usage. 4. Ability to communicate effectively. 5. Good writing and interpersonal skills. 6. Bilingual in English and Spanish. REQUIREMENTS (AFTER HIRE) Must obtain First Aide/CPR certification within thirty days of hire CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Employment will require successful completion of a post-offer and pre-employment physical exam, TB test showing absence of Tuberculosis, pre-employment alcohol and drug screen, employment and personal reference check, a criminal background investigation check, and Policy Council approval. The corporation also requires a declaration statement from the prospective employee prior to employment which lists all pending and prior criminal arrests and charges related to child sexual abuse and their disposition, convictions related to other forms of child abuse and neglect, and all convictions of violent felonies. Employment is also subject to a 180-day introductory period to monitor employee performance. If hired, the prospective employee must present documentation at the time of hire to establish their identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Teacher Naturalization Services. Employee must be able to travel, to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle and possess a valid state driver’s license. Employee must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record. Employees working with children must be able to lift 40 lbs. and must be able to bend, stoop, and move swiftly. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. TMC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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