Lead Teacher (Temporary)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Contributes to the development of communicating mutual respect, mutual support, competence, and creativity among the team. Oversees daily classroom functions and operations, while supporting the teaching development of classroom team. Plans and develops a daily schedule of classroom routines and activities. Prepares and implements lesson plans in accordance with Head Start and ECEAP program performance standards. Provides an integrated, child-centered, environment, which meets the needs and interests of every child. Interacts positively with all children to support their individual learning and meets their emotional needs Collaborates with teaching team to prepare and organize the classroom and classroom materials in accordance with the planned classroom curriculum Communicates regularly and respectfully with families and involves them in the educational program. Encourages and supports families in working toward goals that they have set for themselves and their children. Collaborates with site team in planning and facilitating family events/meetings. When working with diverse populations, accesses interpreters Conducts a minimum of four (4) parent teacher conferences annually with each child’s family, including 2 home visits annually. Completes written observations of individual children throughout the year. Develops a learning plan for each child within 90 days of school entry. Maintains complete confidential records on each child Administers standardized screening tools on every child within 45 days of school entry. Rescreens and refers as necessary In collaboration with other site staff, supports and participates in ongoing recruitment efforts to ensure full enrollment (repeated below) Facilitates mealtime service following CACFP and family style dining requirements Teaches and oversees healthy habits in the classroom, i.e., handwashing, toothbrushing, etc. Administers first aid as needed. Checks indoor and outdoor environments for safety hazards. Works in collaboration with the Mental Health Professional and Nurse Consultant as needed Assists with recruitment and training of family/community volunteers to participate in the classroom. Participates in center family activities and events; assists in set-up and clean-up, welcomes and engages with families, and other event duties. These events may be after hours, and participation is required. Participates in in-service staff training, staff meetings, and other educational opportunities to gain knowledge and skills throughout the year including but not limited to required required STARS trainings. Collaborates with families and site team to ensure smooth transitions for children and families. Collaborates with other site staff, supports and participates in ongoing recruitment efforts to ensure full enrollment. Performs other duties as assignedKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:Able to lead and participate as positive, productive team member of the site’s multidisciplinary team Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for children Ability to establish positive goal-oriented relationships with children, staff and families Ability to adjust to varied situations, demands, and new instructional concepts Ability to perform clerical tasks such as recordkeeping, filing, typing, copying, etc. Familiarity with or interest in the principles of accessibility, inclusion, and belonging; and experience working successfully with colleagues, clients, or communities from a variety of backgrounds. Demonstrated openness to learning and contributing to an inclusive workplace environment.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Moderate noise (i.e. classroom setting, outdoors, printers, phones)

Qualifications: Education Required Associate of Arts or better in Early Childhood Education. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.