Preschool Lead Teacher; Bachelor's

Position: $2,000 Sign-on Incentive- Preschool Lead Teacher (Bachelor's required)
Location: Jenks

Essential Qualities The Lead Teacher at Tulsa Educare is responsible for the total classroom operation per Federal Head Start Performance Standards (HSPS) 1302 and any additional standard referring to classroom activity. The Lead Teacher oversees the day-to-day operation of assigned Teacher Assistant and/or Associate Teacher and is responsible for involving them in the planning and execution of daily classroom activities.

Tulsa Educare is seeking a Lead Teacher who will make the commitment to perform with integrity and model these essential qualities:

Self-motivated, dependable and physically able to perform tasks in various environments

Independent and creative thinker

Ability to quickly adapt to changes, demands and initiatives

Commitment to providing outstanding customer service

Strong oral and written communications skills

Practice effective team behavior and demonstrate effective interpersonal skills with a diverse audience

Qualified (and not prohibited) to work around children

Legally authorized to work in the United States Essential Functions The functions outlined in this job description are examples of the general nature of those performed by employees in this position. Any combination of these functions and responsibilities may be performed. The list is descriptive only and should be used for no other purpose. Management retains the right to revise job functions at any time.

These functions are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

High Quality Teaching Practices Utilize assessment system to track each child’s ongoing developmental skill level in learning domains as required by the Head Start Performance Standards Utilize positive guidance theory and application to promote child social emotional development and well-being as well as classroom management

Utilize data provided by our Local Evaluation Partners (LEP) to build on and improve classroom practice

Co-construct weekly lesson plans utilizing information from curriculum, observations, parental input, and developmentally appropriate practice which include goals to support individualized plans to support each child’s developmental needs

Provide content-rich environment with an enhanced focus on language, emergent literacy, problem-solving, numeracy, social-emotional, science and creative expression to promote school readiness for children and families

Establish a daily schedule with routines and rituals to promote a safe and stable environment for children

Ensure early intervention services are reported/obtained for children with concerns around developmental delays through the referral system

Ensure the daily operations of the classroom is safe, stimulating and nurturing for children and adults

Compliance (EDUCARE LEARNING NETWORK, DHS, OHS, NAEYC)
Ensure compliance with the educational content mandates of the Head Start Performance Standards, program assessment, NAEYC accreditation standards and DHS licensing requirements

Understand and support core features of Educare Learning Network (ELN)
Ensure completion of required documentation including, but not limited to:
Attendance, Meal Count, Family Contacts, Accidental Injury Reports, Ages and Stages Questionnaire and Internal referrals, emergency contacts, daily sheets, file sign in/out sheets, Child Plus data entry, home visits and parent conferences TEAMWORK AND COMMUNICATION Build and maintain good relationships to encourage collaboration, reflection, family engagement, high quality teaching practices and community relations with peers, families, volunteers and community partners

Attend meetings/workshops that may include overnight and out-of-area travel as required

Implement an interdisciplinary approach and reflection to build effective teams

Create a system to ensure completion of classroom responsibilities, data entry and compliance requirements even when absences occur

Perform other duties as assigned or required

Knowledge and Skills Broad knowledge and experience in:

Successful interpersonal relationship skills to maintain effective and satisfactory working relationships with interdepartmental and inter-department staff, vendors, clients, visitors, and contractors.

Following oral…