Sopori Classroom Lead

TITLE: SOPORI PRESCHOOL CLASSROOM LEAD CONTRACT

TERMS:

10 months SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Classified Salary Scale – Group D $16.14 GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

To demonstrate a caring and understanding relationship with parents and students and maintain a positive working relationship with the Director and staff. Will supervise children at all times and plan and implement early childhood curriculum. Will provide a safe and enriched early childhood atmosphere.

• Supervises students at all times;
• Plans and implements early childhood curriculum as directed by the Director;
• Provides individual and group learning opportunities that support and reinforce skills and concepts;
• Provides enriched and remedial assistance, as needed;
• Maintains a positive classroom atmosphere that generates trust, collaboration and caring;
• Follows rules and regulations from all state and federal agencies that regulate early childhood facilities;
• Maintains good communication and positive relations with parents;
• Maintains accurate records and assessment data regarding student progress;
• Understands the Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) for all special education students being served in the classroom;
• Works collaboratively with the special education teacher responsible for the implementation of student IEP’s;
• Participates in child study meetings and/or IEP meetings as directed by the special education teacher; and
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by the Director.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred;
• Must meet Childcare Licensing standards for teacher‑caregiver, including 18 years of age or older, plus written documentation to substantiate one of the requirements outlined below (1-3):
• 1) High school diploma or GED and 6 months of childcare experience;
• 2) N.A.C., C.D.A., C.C.P., or C.P.C. credential; OR
• 3) An Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the areas of early childhood, child development, or closely related field.
• Ability to communicate and work well with staff and parents.

• TIME MANAGEMENT:
  Must plan two to twelve weeks in advance.
• STRESS MANAGEMENT:
  Moderate degree of stress, with some deadlines.
• PUBLIC CONTACT:
  Interacts with students, staff and parents. Willingness to participate in center events.
• LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY:
  Must use strong judgment in performing job; has access to confidential records; must participate in 18 professional development hours in early childhood education or related field per year.
• EVALUATION PROCEDURE:
  In accordance with Governing Board policy.
• SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
  Director
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
  None

Sahuarita Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Apply online.