Lead Teacher

Under guidance from the Director of Child Care, plans and implements a developmentally appropriate ECE classroom program as described above. Lead Teachers and Teachers work as a team to implement daily learning activities and care, using knowledge of the children's social relationships, interests, ideas, and skills to tailor learning opportunities for groups and individuals. Develops strategies to maintain a safe and healthy environment.

Completes documentation and leads meetings. Conducts parent/teacher conferences and provides support services to families. Position requires ability to mentor & guide - teaching assistants and work collaboratively to develop an action plan for growth and success of the individual. Works collaboratively with other Lead Teachers to plan, organize, and evaluate needs of the Center's educational programs and improvement initiatives. Facilitates staff meetings and training sessions.

EDUCATION:

Minimum:

* Associates degree in early childhood or related field, or CDA.

Preferred:

* Bachelors degree in early childhood or related field.

LICENSE:

PROFESSIONAL

CERTIFICATIONS:

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Minimum:

* Three years of full-time teaching experience in a- classroom setting.

* Program-specific experience required for Infant & Toddler Lead Teacher.

Preferred:

* One year of supervisory experience.

SKILLS:

Minimum:

* Demonstrated ability to design and implement a learner-centered, educationally based curriculum in accordance with the NYS Education standards for Pre-Kindergarten, or to design/implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants and toddlers in accordance with the NAEYC standards.

* Able to use assessment tools to document children's developmental progress, and to determine the extent that program goals have been met.

* Demonstrated proficiency in establishing positive relationships with children.

* Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with internal and external customers in a professional and courteous manner.

* Strong problem solving skills and excellent communication skills (written and oral).