Head Teacher - Infant

Head Teacher

The Head Teacher will provide a supportive, respectful, safe, and healthy environment for children enrolled in the YWCA Hartford Region Early Learning Center and plan and manage the delivery of age-appropriate programs and activities that foster the physical, emotional, intellectual, and interpersonal development of the children enrolled in the program. The Head Teacher will assist the Site Manager with supervision, training, and evaluation of assistant teachers and volunteers.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Curriculum Delivery
• Classroom Management
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Compliance and Reporting

Requirements:

• Education:
  
  Must meet the degree requirements as outlined by the OEC, or CDA certification and 12 credits in Early Learning, or has a plan in place to meet OEC requirements for Head Teacher.
• License or
  
  Certifications:
  
  Connecticut State Office of Early Childhood Head Teacher Certificate, and CPR/First Aid Certified or the ability to obtain certification within the first two months of employment.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum one (1) year of work experience in an educational setting with children required; demonstrated knowledge of curriculum planning; strong knowledge of child development and psychology; must be able to successfully pass both OEC and criminal background checks; physical required upon hire; must have own transportation, valid driver's license, and proof of insurance.
• Travel:
  Depending on enrollment, employees may be asked to provide support to other Early Learning Centers occasionally.
• Schedule:
  
  This is a full-time exempt position. Standard hours of operation are Monday–Friday, 6:45 am – 6:15 pm. The work schedule and hours will be defined by the Department Head or direct supervisor. Due to the nature of the work, some evening hours may be required.

EOE