Lead Teacher - 12 - Month

Order#: NY1721712 Lead Teacher - 12 - Month Primary Responsibilities: The candidate has primary responsibility for planning and implementing the early care and education program in compliance with regulations established by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (NYSOCFS), NYSED regulations, if applicable, and NAEYCS recommendations for developmentally appropriate practices. Supervises caregivers, student interns, and volunteers. Responsible for providing effective customer service to all internal and external customers. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Learning Environment and Teaching Responsibilities To interact frequently with children in a positive, respectful, nurturing, and responsive manner that follows the guidelines of NAEYC. To create a safe, cheerful, and stimulating environment that allows for individual and group activities. To maintain a neat, clean, and orderly classroom, with learning centers and hands-on activities that follow the center curriculum. Keeps furnishings, equipment, and materials in good repair and fair supply To order needed supplies and materials for his/her classroom To develop daily, weekly, and monthly plans to carry out a balanced, age-appropriate, individually appropriate curriculum, including caregivers in classroom planning. To prepare all materials necessary for the coordination of childrens care and education To assist children in their personal care needs, e.g., diapering, toileting, feeding, washing, clothing, comforting, and preparing for rest. To regularly observe and record childrens interests, growth, and development using the center-approved developmental screening and assessment system. Refer children for special services when appropriate Plans and carries out a curriculum that meets program standards. Parent Relationships To build relationships of trust through open and interactive communication. To keep parents informed about classroom activities, projects, and special events, through verbal interactions, monthly newsletters, parent logs, parent information board, and individual day-sheets. To provide a variety of opportunities for parent involvement. To confer at least twice per year with parents. To address concerns with parents as they arise in a tactful, professional manner. To keep the Center Director informed of family changes, concerns, or needs Professionalism To maintain confidentiality. To attend and participate in staff meetings and in-service programs and share information with classroom staff. To seek professional growth and development, and participate in a minimum of 15 hours of ECE training per year. Receive and maintain Pediatric First Aid/CPR and MAT certification. To maintain a personal ASPIRE Professional Development listing. To be supportive of the Center and the Center Administration. To maintain a positive work climate. To maintain a professional image. HIRING REQUIREMENTS: Completed job application form, a minimum of three references (personal and professional) Official transcript of college grades Must be able to pass a physical exam, NYS Central Registry Clearance, NYS Justice Center SEL clearance and criminal conviction check (Comprehensive OCFS Background Check). Qualifications CDA, Associate's Degree in ECE, or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood 9 college credits in Early Childhood, Child Development, or a related field, with a plan of study leading towards any of the above Significant experience working with young children in a group setting is required Strong interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to provide exceptional customer service to a wide variety of customers. The position desires creativity, resourcefulness, and mature judgment.