Under
the general supervision of the Site Manager, is responsible for contributing to
the development and implementation of an education plan that is designed to
meet the needs of each individual child enrolled in the program in accordance
with Head Start Program Performance Standards and NAEYC Standards.
What
you’ll do:
Core
duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned
1.
Ensure
the implementation of the preschool program ensuring adherence to funding
requirements as set by Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC (National
Education for the Education of Young Children) Standards and other licensing
requirements.
2.
Create
and maintain a safe environment which promotes the safety, trust, respect and
security for children, staff and parents.
3.
Provides
an overall classroom environment that is reflective of multi-ethnic
populations, is conducive to enjoyment, relaxation and socialization and has
well defined interest areas.
4.
Promotes
recognition, acceptance and positive interactions among children and among
staff.
5.
Prepare
and implement lesson plans that encompass the intellectual, social, emotional
and physical growth of all children.
6.
Oversee
implementation of Creative Curriculum, NAEYC standards and Head Start Standards
as it pertains to classroom program and ensure all information is entered into
designated operating system (i.e., COPA, Teaching Strategies GOLD, portfolios,
etc.)
7.
Supervise,
monitor, coach and provide input in evaluation of co-teachers, volunteers,
student teachers, etc.
8.
Explore
new curriculum ideas by utilizing external resources that are age-appropriate.
9.
Oversee,
instruct, monitor and evaluate outputs that result in the achievement of
program outcomes as outlined in the Program Outcome Plan making recommendations
to immediate supervisor as needed.
10.
Complete
and submit required reports, documentation, etc. as it relates to Creative
Curriculum, NAEYC and Head Start.
11.
Introduce
and teach language development skills, concepts of numbers, colors, shapes,
textures, science skills, music and rhythm, and arts and crafts.
12.
Supervise
and participate in all activities, both in and out of the classroom.
13.
Utilize
appropriate child development practices regarding guidance and discipline.
14.
Oversee
room arrangements, classroom equipment and maintenance of classroom
environment.
15. Maintain appropriate
staff/child ratio as required by DCFS licensing standards.
16. Maintain records of
child observations and evaluations.
Consult with the Site Manager when needed.
17.
Plan
field trips; prepare children and follow-up on field trip activities.
18.
Establish
effective working relationships with parents; maintain close, daily contact
with parents of the children, and meet with them through annual parent/teacher
conferences, home visits and on an individual basis as needed.
20.
Meet
with program staff for staffing on individual children.
21.
Work
closely with special consultants and other resource people.
22.
Assist
in other classrooms and programs as required by the agency.
23.
Attend
and participate in staff meetings, parent meetings, and other meetings as
necessary.
24.
Conduct
weekly team meetings to complete lesson
plans, discuss children’s progress and individual needs, discuss check points,
parent teacher conferences, home visits etc.
25.
Perform
record keeping and other functions as assigned and report regularly to the Site
Manager.
26.
Collaborate
with other staff, volunteers, and/or neighborhood organizations with on-going
program implementation and in developing special events.
27.
Maintain
knowledge current in field, including attendance at seminars, workshops, and
in-service training programs.
28.
Attend
regular supervision sessions with supervisor.
29.
Assess
program and recommend changes for improvement to the Site Manager.
30.
Recruit
Children
31.
Perform
other related duties as assigned.
Our
Perfect Candidate
Education and Experience:
·
BA degree in Early childhood Education required
·
Gateways to opportunity Early Childhood Education (ECE)
Level 5
·
Professional Educator Licensure with an endorsement in ECE
(PEL)
·
Two to five years’ experience in teaching preschool
children and working with parents
·
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
·
First Aid/CPR certificate compliance or completion within
first year of employment
·
Flexible in work schedule
Center
Offers:
- Salary Range: $35,000.00 - $47,000.00
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