Description

JOB FUNCTION:

Responsible for the supervision and coordination of assigned classroom; ensuring that it meets with Head Start Performance Standards and New Jersey Licensing Regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Plan and implement activities in an individual and developmentally appropriate manner for infant-toddler children in keeping with the philosophy and Performance Standards of Head Start, DOE requirements and the licensing requirements of New Jersey. Submit to the Child/Family Site Director and the Education Manager/Coordinator a curriculum-based lesson plan for the classroom each week.

2. Observe, assess, screen, and document each child's growth and development in your class. Plan activities to meet the needs of individual children. Maintain accurate records in an individual folder and database for each child.

3. Ensure that the process of providing service to children with special needs in the classroom is implemented.

4. Prepare and maintain appropriate records and reports.

5. Plan activities involving parents in the classroom and include activities which can be implemented in the home. Involve the Parent Committee or individual parents in educational planning sessions at least once a month.

6. Visit the home of each child at least two (2) times within the program year. Prepare and conduct two (2) parent/teacher conferences within the program year.

7. Attend training sessions and workshops provided by the program.

8. Assist in carrying out support as delegated by Child/Family Site Director, or Education Coordinator/Manager. This may include providing on-site support to center staff members as requested by management.

9. Any other Head Start task as delegated by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must have an Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) OR have equivalent and enroll in Infant-Toddler CDA program.
2. Must meet or exceed the qualification requirements set forth in Chapter 122, Manual of Requirements for Child Care Centers, State of New Jersey, and State of Pennsylvania.
3. Must have car available on a daily basis.

Qualifications