Head teacher

About This Role

Title: Teacher Job Description

Reports to: Director

Primary Function: Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and youth development activities.

• Meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs of each child
• Encourage assistants to contribute to curriculum planning
• Prepare and implement weekly lesson plans using Early Learning and Developmental Standards
• Coordinate appropriate educational activities such as visitors and family events
• Complete assessments of each child’s development
• Continually add to individual children’s portfolios
• Report progress of children to parents through parent‑teacher conferences
• Maintain daily open communication with parents, including posting to Smartcare daily
• Keep accident reports
• Maintain anecdotal and observational records
• Maintain confidentiality
• Report any suspect abuse to supervisor
• Arrange a classroom environment in accordance with program goals and philosophy
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment
• Inspect and replace damaged or lost materials
• Comply with the program’s professional development plan
• Adhere to policies and procedures outlined in Employee and Policy handbooks
• Supervise assistants, aides and volunteers in the classroom
• Keep all appropriate records such as attendance and time sheets
• Meet all applicable licensing regulations

• Must meet State of CT requirements as a childcare center worker
• Must be CPR/First Aid Certified
• Formal education in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Ongoing professional development in the field of child development required
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Demonstrate organizational abilities
• Ability to build rapport with families and community members
• Must meet physical requirements of the job including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Little Learners is committed to providing the highest level of safety, care and cognitive development. As caregivers, we ensure the health and safety of all children in our care by providing individualized, responsive care and affection for each child. We believe that children should learn through their own discovery. Our classrooms are child‑centered and use hands‑on activities, discussion, and critical thinking to develop knowledge.

Learning is inquiry based, allowing children to connect their learning to the real world. Activities incorporate multiple intelligences through manipulatives, books, music, and more. We acknowledge that all children learn differently and may need accommodations and modifications. A safe, nurturing, positive environment is created through a commitment to continued education and a culture of open‑minded thinking that respects all people who enter our facility.