Early Childhood - Lead Pre-K Teacher

Summary

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.

$750 Hiring Bonus paid after successfully completing probationary period!

Duties

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

· Creates developmentally appropriate curriculum for all children to grow cognitively, socially and physically. Lesson plans are completed in advance and made available to EEC Director and parents. Activities are implemented effectively.

· Advises EEC assistant teachers/substitutes and volunteers on daily plans and supervises on the implementation of such plans.

· Maintains an orderly though active and fun environment while engaging with the children through conversation and play.

· Maintains Licensing Regulations for the State of Vermont. Licensing renewal requirements are met.

· Continuously ID’s unfamiliar individuals picking up clients.

· Maintains open and consistent communication with families and co-workers.

· Updates parent boards monthly.

· Provides Transitional Assistant, Program Director and Program Supervisor with monthly reports.

· Creates an atmosphere of safety, caring and support for the children. Carries out discipline with a positive attitude.

· Attends client meetings when necessary.

· Positively represents the program to the community including licensing agents, parents, employers and the general public.

· Maintains appropriate teacher/child ratios in the classroom.

· Institutes an open-door policy for families, treats all families with respect.

· Completes minimum amount of required training hours, per State of Vermont Regulations and Accreditation Standards

· Reconciles issues with families in a positive manner, asking the Program Supervisor or Director for assistance when necessary.

· Annually updates Individual Professional Development Plan, maintains current CPR/First Aid certifications.

• · Does not use cell phone when in the presence of clients and while on the clock

Requirements

• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check.
• Required education is as follows: at least a Level III on the VT Early Childhood Career Ladder; or a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Early Childhood, Child or Human Development, Elementary Education or Child and Family Services and 12 months experience; or Certificate of Completion from the Apprenticeship Program; or Child Care Certificate from CCV and 12 months experience; or successful completion of 21 college credits with early childhood or school age focus and 12 months experience.
• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
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