Roles and Responsibilities:
Professional ethics of confidentiality, discretion and good judgment.
Work closely with other teaching/ staff in the development of a comprehensive children’s program in accordance with ECE philosophy, policy, and procedures.
Provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs and interests of each child.
Assist in planning and implementing agency-sponsored family celebrations and classroom parent meetings.
Maintain written records and observations of all children in the classroom, noting their development and behavior in all aspects of the program.
Assist in the interview and orientation process of new teachers.
Plan, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate the performance of classroom staff on an ongoing basis.
Lead the staff in creating a warm, nurturing, and respectful atmosphere for the children to be encouraged to learn and grow.
With the input of classroom staff, create an individualized professional development plan for each classroom staff member.
Participate in the planning and implementation of team and agency meetings, staff in-service trainings, ECE and supervisory courses and workshops for professional growth.
Work cooperatively with parents, staff and third-party consultants to meet the individual needs of children and their families.
Maintain positive communication regarding to parents, other staff members, and the surrounding community.
Meet regularly with administration, parents, teachers, and others regarding the developmental progress of children and interpretation of Title 22 licensing guidelines.
Minimum Qualifications:
A valid California Child Development Teacher permit
AA Degree in ECE/CD or AA Degree in Social Science w/24 ECE/CD units.
Fingerprints clearance through Department of Justice for Child Abuse Index
Check and Criminal Record Statement.
Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.
Knowledge and experience in working with children with special needs.
Knowledge of and sensitivity to the cultural background of the children and families being served.
Ability to relate to children and adults in a positive, respectful manner.
Ability to lift and/or carry children.
The ability to lift 45pounds and to sit, stand, and bend for long periods of time.
Ability to supervise/work with a staff of varying educational and experiential backgrounds with sensitive leadership, maturity, and stability.
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
3 Years Experience in Head/Lead Teacher Role preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.
00 - $23.
00 per hour
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