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Shine Early Learning

Head Start Teacher

San Juan, PR · On-site

Head Start Teacher Esta oportunidad de empleo es para contratación directa con nuestro socio ... Bilingual * Physical exam and background checks are required for this position. * Travel is ...

Acelero Learning

Head Start Teacher

San Juan, PR · On-site

Head Start Teacher Esta oportunidad de empleo es para contratación directa con nuestro socio ... Bilingual * Physical exam and background checks are required for this position. * Travel is ...

Acelero Learning

Head Start Teacher

San Juan, PR · On-site

Head Start Teacher Esta oportunidad de empleo es para contratacion directa con nuestro socio - Boys ... Bilingual * Physical exam and background checks are required for this position. * Travel is ...

Boys & Girls Club

FLOATER (HEAD START)

San Juan, PR · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

... of this position and others that represent general expectations of all employees. TASKS AND ... Encouraging the involvement of the families of the children in a Head Start program and supporting ...

Boys & Girls Club

FLOATER (HEAD START)

San Juan, PR · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

... of this position and others that represent general expectations of all employees. TASKS AND ... Encouraging the involvement of the families of the children in a Head Start program and supporting ...

Acelero Learning

Early Head Start Teacher

San Juan, PR · On-site

Early Head Start Teacher Esta oportunidad de empleo es para contratacion directa con nuestro socio ... this position. Travel required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related ...

Acelero Learning

Early Head Start Teacher

San Juan, PR · On-site

Early Head Start Teacher Esta oportunidad de empleo es para contratación directa con nuestro socio ... position. • Travel required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related ...

Boys & Girls Club

HEALTH TECHNICIAN (HEAD START)

San Juan, PR · On-site

$37K - $47K/yr

... position and others that represent general expectations of all Shine Early Learning employees ... Encourage the involvement of the families of the children in a Head Start program in their child ...

Acelero Learning

ASSISTANT FLOATER HS

San Juan, PR · On-site

The Head Start floater provides comprehensive support to Head Start staff in the effective ... Physical exams and background checks are required for this position. * Travel is required locally ...

Acelero Learning

ASSISTANT FLOATER HS

San Juan, PR · On-site

The Head Start floater provides comprehensive support to Head Start staff in the effective ... Physical exams and background checks are required for this position. * Travel is required locally ...

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What is the difference between Head Start Positions vs Preschool Teacher?

AspectHead Start PositionsPreschool Teacher
Required CredentialsChild development associate (CDA), early childhood education certificationEarly childhood education certification, CDA preferred
Work EnvironmentHead Start centers, community programs, schoolsPreschools, childcare centers, early learning programs
Employer & Industry UsageFederal-funded Head Start programs, non-profit organizationsPrivate and public preschools, childcare providers
Search & Comparison IntentJob roles within Head Start programs, early childhood educationPreschool teaching roles, early childhood education careers

Head Start Positions typically refer to roles within federally funded early childhood programs focusing on comprehensive child development and family services. Preschool Teachers are educators working in early learning settings, often with similar credentials but may not be part of Head Start programs. While both roles involve working with young children, Head Start Positions often include additional responsibilities related to family engagement and social services.

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Head Start Teacher

Shine Early Learning

San Juan, PR • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Head Start Teacher
Esta oportunidad de empleo es para contratación directa con nuestro socio - Boys and Girls de Puerto Rico, en el pueblo de San Lorenzo.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Responsible for a Head Start classroom of 3- to 5-year-old children. Work collaboratively with an assistant teacher, family members, and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities.
TASKS AND ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide emotional support through establishing a positive climate, being aware of and responsive to children, and encouraging child expression and autonomy.
2. Use strategies for behavior management, such as clear behavior expectations, being proactive, and redirecting misbehavior.
3. Foster classroom productivity and maximize learning time while engaging children with various modalities and materials.
4. Provide instructional support through concept development, fostering children's analysis and reasoning, engaging in feedback loops, and modeling and supporting high-quality language.
5. Ensure classroom arrangement, materials, and displays are organized and conducive to children's learning.
6. Implement chosen curriculum with fidelity, being aware of the big ideas while also following all assigned guidance and resources.
7. Prepare or modify weekly lesson plans and prepare to implement small-group activities, read-alouds, circle time, and other curriculum components.
8. Provide children with a consistent classroom routine and facilitate all parts of the routine to support children's learning.
9. Interact with children intentionally throughout the day to provide differentiated support.
10. Collect documentation of children through ongoing observation, embedded and direct assessment activities.
11. Complete quarterly assessment checkpoints reliably for each child.
12. Analyze child assessment data and use it to plan and individualize.
13. Complete developmental and social-emotional screenings on all children within prescribed time frames.
14. Complete theme-based Individualized Learning Plans to identify specific goals and implement developmentally appropriate strategies for each child in class.
15. Integrate Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or referral action plans for children with diagnosed or suspected special needs.
16. Implement PBS practices and Program-Wide Expectations
17. Establish positive and productive relationships with families through building rapport and trust.
18. Schedule and complete two home visits and two parent-teacher conferences each year.
19. Encourage and engage family members to serve as classroom volunteers.
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
  • AA/AS in Early Childhood Education OR BA/BS in Early Childhood Education -OR- state-awarded preschool teacher certification with experience teaching preschool-aged children-OR- BA/BS in related field with at least six college courses in Early Childhood Education plus experience teaching preschool-aged children.
  • BA is highly preferred.
  • Bilingual
  • Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.
  • Travel is required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  • Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing.

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