The Lead Preschool Teacher is responsible for the education of each of the children in their classroom, developing an environment and curriculum that supports optimal development. The Lead Teacher works with the Center Director to plan and implement all center programs and to supervise and support the classroom staff. The Lead Teacher may assume responsibility for the center in absence of the Center Director.

PROGRAMMATIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops a classroom environment that supports the social/emotional development of all children.
• Organizes and maintains a stimulating and nurturing classroom environment in compliance with all licensing, accreditation and agency standards.
• Oversees ongoing child assessment, using tools provided by agency; supports other classroom staff in the use of the tools.
• Plans and implements developmentally appropriate curriculum based on child assessment data.
• Develop/implement individual plans for children based on child assessment data. Develops and implements successful teaching strategies.
• Develops an annual Classroom Action Plan utilizing program evaluation and child assessment data. Provides leadership in completing Action Plan goals.
• Identifies child developmental concerns, consults with Center Director and Center Social Worker develops/implements individual accommodation plans.
• Maintains all required documentation of classroom activities and children's progress in compliance with licensing, accreditation and agency standards.
• Develops/completes annual professional development plan.
• All other duties as assigned by the Center Director

SUPERVISORY REPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as the team leader and a role model for classroom staff.
• Plans and facilitates regular teaching team curriculum meetings.
• Provides on-going supervision of classroom staff.
• Completes with Center Director performance evaluations of teachers and teacher assistants including a professional development plan, supporting staff in reaching their goals.
• Assists Center Director orienting and supervising all volunteers and student interns.

FAMILY COMMUNICATION/ENROLLMENT REPONSIBILITIES

• Communicates with families through daily contact/notes, bi-weekly reports and newsletters, maintaining documentation of all communication.
• Meets with parents al least every three months, regarding their child's development.
• Provides parents with initial three week adjustment report and developmental reports every three months.
• Encourages parent involvement in planning for their child and classroom activities
• Develops/implements activities that link home with classroom activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA in Early Childhood Education or a BA out of field with 36 ECE credits - Required
• DEEC Lead Teacher Preschool Certified - Required
• EEC/Infant Toddler Certified - Preferred
• Two years of experience teaching young children - Preferred
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to developmentally appropriate practice.
• Commitment to agency's mission of supporting diverse children and families.
• Demonstrated classroom management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise classroom team members.
• Warm and nurturing personality.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

• This is a full year, full time position with a guaranteed 40 hours per week.

8 ½ hour work day with one ½ hour unpaid break. Shift could change based on program needs.
This is a physically active position.
Reports to: Center Director
Salary Range: 25.16 - $29.57
Benefits:

• Medical insurance, Harvard Pilgrim
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount for childcare
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off, 20 vacation days and 10 sick days
• Professional development assistance

• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account/Dependent Care Account
• HRA (Health Reimbursement Account)

This is an in-person position and is located in Randolph, MA.
All South Shore Stars employees should be able to lift at least 40 lbs and work in a non-sedentary environment.

Mission
South Shore Stars provides comprehensive early education and youth development programs that enhance the optimal growth of children from economically and culturally diverse families, using a family support approach in collaboration with schools and other service providers.
Four core goals form the foundation of our work:

• Enable parents to work
• Help each child reach their full development potential
• Facilitate positive youth development
• Improve academic achievement for students at-risk of academic failure

At Stars, we are working to build an inclusive culture where difference is valued and the diverse voices of our employees are encouraged, supported, and celebrated. We believe diversity benefits and enriches the development of our staff, the children, and families we serve and the communities we serve. At Stars, we will work to find intentional ways to grow in our understanding and support of others, based on: Age ~ gender and gender identity ~ race ~socio-economic status ~ sexual orientation ~ physical or mental ability~ ethnicity~ veteran status ~education status ~religious or spiritual beliefs At Stars, we believe the power of diversity enriches us all by exposing us to a range of ways to understand and embrace the world. We commit to do the work of including diversity, equity, and inclusion practices at the center of our daily work. We understand that our work around this is on-going, and we pledge to continually find new ways of growing into this statement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
South Shore Stars is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and agency need.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.16 - $29.57 per hour