Lead Teacher

Position Summary

Each Lead Teacher will ensure that all children reach developmentally appropriate milestones through the implementation of evidence‑based curricula, individualized support, and high‑quality learning environments. Lead Teachers will focus on ensuring that all children and families are prepared for kindergarten and for life, while ensuring that all Head Start Performance Standards and site‑specific funding regulations are met or exceeded.

$42,797/year – $77,159/year

• Understand and promote the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures.
• Oversee additional teachers and volunteers in the classroom.

• Promote high‑quality teaching and learning that leads to children’s school readiness.
• Provide responsive care to all children through individualized planning, instruction, and supervision.
• Plan and establish an environment in which children develop trusting and accepting relationships with adults and peers that foster growth and development.
• Design and execute a developmentally appropriate and integrated curriculum that provides opportunities for children’s meaningful exploration.

• Prepare and organize materials and resources needed for daily lessons, activities, and projects.
• Set up and maintain an inviting and conducive learning environment, including the arrangement of learning centers and displays.

• Conduct small group activities under the guidance of the Education Director to reinforce lesson concepts and provide additional support to students as needed.
• Monitor and assess student progress during small group sessions, noting feedback for the student’s development.

• Work one‑on‑one with students who may require extra assistance, ensuring they receive personalized attention to meet their specific learning needs.
• Collaborate with the assisting teacher to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and accommodate students with diverse abilities.

• Support the team in maintaining a positive and inclusive classroom environment by reinforcing classroom rules and expectations.
• Address behavioral challenges by employing positive reinforcement strategies and seeking guidance from the team or school administration.

• Support the integration of technology tools into the curriculum, helping students with educational software and assisting in managing technology resources within the classroom.

• Maintain accurate educational records and portfolios on each child, implementing child observations, screening and assessments.
• Ensure children receive a developmental and behavioral screen within the first 45 days of school and assessment at three different points over the course of the year (November, February and May).
• Observe and document students’ development to request additional support from the Education Director through an internal referral process.

• Encourage parent involvement and communication through a variety of methods (newsletters, bulletin boards, classroom events, center‑wide activities, and an open‑door policy).
• Facilitate meetings with families when there are outstanding developmental or behavioral needs with children.
• Participate in home visits, Parent/Teacher conferences, Open Houses, and/or Family Days, depending on the center and funding requirements.
• Share highlights of families, kids, staff, and community partners; educate and engage our online social media community with the EC Instagram committee.
• Recruit new families for our program through tabling, advertising in the school community, and hosting recruitment events.

• Collect, analyze, and report on data related to student progress and classroom activities to inform continuous improvement efforts.
• Utilize data to identify trends, gaps, and areas for improvement in instructional practices and student support.

• Participate and attend all agency‑offered trainings, workshops, In‑Service days, and/or All‑Staff conferences.
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