Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County

Metro Action Commission Head Start Teacher 2

Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County  •  $54k/yr  •  Nashville, TN (Onsite)  •  9 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: MAC-2390

Department: Metro Action Commission

Job classification: Development Coordinator

Posting type: Open

Categories: Community Services, Education, Professional, Career Exploration

Summary

This is a full time, Non-Civil Service position with Metro Action Commission. The Head Start Teacher 2 is under the direct supervision of the Head Start Center Manager and the general supervision of Head Start Assistant Center Manager.

Examples of duties

  • Help children develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally
  • Plan, document, and implement daily lesson plans and special activities
  • Attend staff meetings, training and other related meetings as requested
  • Responsible for all consultation(s) with parents
  • Maintain current records, perform tasks associated with the education component, and assure confidentiality
  • Maintain proper supervision of children at all times indoors and outdoors
  • Document and implement integration of component events in the classroom (i.e., handwashing, toileting, tooth brushing, preparing children for health services and community visits)
  • Report any children concerns to the (assigned) Parent, Family, Community, and Engagement Advocate
  • Report suspected child abuse or neglect to the immediate supervisor
  • Insure daily implementation of the family style food service
  • Support and assist volunteers serving in the education program
  • Assume other task-related duties as requested

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. Valid Driver License.

Official College Transcripts - If you wish to qualify, we need a copy of your official college transcript sent from the university or college.

***Please Note: Due to Federal regulations there are no exceptions to the Degree requirement***

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Supplemental information

  • Previous work experience with young children
  • Certification in Early Childhood Education

Please be advised that ALL candidates for ANY position with the Metropolitan Action Commission will be subject to a background check.

The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and the Metropolitan Action Commission are equal opportunity employers. In compliance with Tennessee law, all applications are subject to public disclosure.

Requests for ADA accommodations should be directed to Rickie McQueen at

(615) 862-8860, Extension 70103.

For questions contact the Human Resources department at: 615-862-8860 ext.70105.

Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County

About Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County

Nashville is a prospering city that offers a high quality of living in a low-cost business environment. Nashville’s cost of doing business is 88.5% of the national average. The state of Tennessee has no personal income tax and the city of Nashville has a low overall tax burden.

Recently, Forbes ranked Nashville as the third best positioned city “to grow and prosper in the coming decade”, No. 6 on its list of the Best Places for Businesses and Careers and as the No. 4 “Brain Magnet” for gains in people with college educations.

Nashville’s current momentum is based, in part, on the plethora of attractive cultural and entertainment options, including:

- In 2015, Nashville is in the No. 1 spot on Travel + Leisure's America's Friendliest Cities ranking.

- Ranked as “the nation’s best music scene” by Rolling Stone

- Successful and well-respected NFL and NHL franchises

- World-class symphony has received 14 GRAMMY® nominations and seven wins

- Over 12,000 acres of parks and 12 golf courses

Nashville has live music of multiple genres being performed every night. With more than 180 recording studios, and 5,000 working musicians, Nashville is clearly “Music City.” Music is the reason that many people come to Nashville, but our two major sports teams, extensive park system, and endless arts and cultural opportunities offer people plenty of reasons to stay.

We invite you to stay a while and to live, work, and play in Nashville. Explore employment opportunities with Metro Government: https://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities.aspx .

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Nashville, TN
Year Founded
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