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Head Start Lead Teacher (Preschool) (\$5,000 Bonus) \$26.62-\$31.62/Hr
Amherst, MA - Head Start & Early Learning Programs Job Type - Full-time
DEPARTMENT: HS&ELP Education POSITION TITLE: Lead Teacher LOCATION: As
Assigned STATUS: Non-Exempt SUPERVISOR: Site Director SUPERVISE:
Teacher, Teacher Assistant and Teacher Assistant/Bus Monitor POSITION
SUMMARY Responsible For Overall Classroom Operations In Accordance With
Head Start Performance Standards, Department of Early Education and Care
Regulations, National Association for the Education of Young Children,
and MA Department of Education Frameworks. Work with parents and
community to implement individualized School Readiness goals. Ensure
Adequate Bus Monitor Coverage For Bus Route. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, or related field and
actively enrolled in Baccalaureate program with one year experience in
appropriate early childhood setting. Department of Early Education &
Care Lead Teacher certified (for appropriate age group of assigned
Classroom). ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Commitment To Quality Early Care
and education. Complete and maintain EEC Professional Qualifications
Registry (PQR) and Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP).
Obtain and maintain CPR and Emergency Pediatric First Aid certification
according to EEC regulations. Practice and maintain current knowledge of
the Head Start Program Performance Standards, EEC Regulations, HS & ELP
Service Delivery, and NAEYC criterion. Ensure the appropriate
supervision of children, including implementation of protocols for the
care of young children both in the classroom and on the bus. Ensure
healthy and safe environments for young children. Provide support and
guidance for teaching staff through ongoing supervision and monthly
observation, including volunteers and interns, as assigned. Ensure
completion of weekly curriculum, child anecdotal records, child
assessments, home visits and family conferences. Engage with families in
creating school readiness goals for children. Work with program and
community specialists to implement goals through program?s case
management system. Fill in for bus monitor as needed, completing daily
passenger logs, pre and post trip bus inspections. Cover for other
classrooms as needed. Remote work from home will be assigned and
determined by your supervisor; When schedule requires remote work,
expected to be available for meetings, calls, responding to emails, and
conducting regular duties during standard service/agency hours. Follow
HS & ELP Standard of Conduct. Attend all appropriate program workshops
and meetings, including site Family Meetings. Adhere to agency
confidentiality polices. Maintain good in-house relationships with all
other staff members. This does not cover or contain a comprehensive
listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of
The Employee. Other Duties, Responsibilities And Activities May Be
adjusted to meet the operational needs of the agency. Requirements
SKILLS REQUIRED Basic computer skills: using a mouse, email, Microsoft
office. Excellent verbal (in-person and phone) and written communication
skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Understanding of data capture and tracking methods. Sensitivity to
cultural and socioeconomic diversity and the needs of individuals with
low incomes.
Amherst, MA - Head Start & Early Learning Programs Job Type - Full-time
DEPARTMENT: HS&ELP Education POSITION TITLE: Lead Teacher LOCATION: As
Assigned STATUS: Non-Exempt SUPERVISOR: Site Director SUPERVISE:
Teacher, Teacher Assistant and Teacher Assistant/Bus Monitor POSITION
SUMMARY Responsible For Overall Classroom Operations In Accordance With
Head Start Performance Standards, Department of Early Education and Care
Regulations, National Association for the Education of Young Children,
and MA Department of Education Frameworks. Work with parents and
community to implement individualized School Readiness goals. Ensure
Adequate Bus Monitor Coverage For Bus Route. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, or related field and
actively enrolled in Baccalaureate program with one year experience in
appropriate early childhood setting. Department of Early Education &
Care Lead Teacher certified (for appropriate age group of assigned
Classroom). ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Commitment To Quality Early Care
and education. Complete and maintain EEC Professional Qualifications
Registry (PQR) and Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP).
Obtain and maintain CPR and Emergency Pediatric First Aid certification
according to EEC regulations. Practice and maintain current knowledge of
the Head Start Program Performance Standards, EEC Regulations, HS & ELP
Service Delivery, and NAEYC criterion. Ensure the appropriate
supervision of children, including implementation of protocols for the
care of young children both in the classroom and on the bus. Ensure
healthy and safe environments for young children. Provide support and
guidance for teaching staff through ongoing supervision and monthly
observation, including volunteers and interns, as assigned. Ensure
completion of weekly curriculum, child anecdotal records, child
assessments, home visits and family conferences. Engage with families in
creating school readiness goals for children. Work with program and
community specialists to implement goals through program?s case
management system. Fill in for bus monitor as needed, completing daily
passenger logs, pre and post trip bus inspections. Cover for other
classrooms as needed. Remote work from home will be assigned and
determined by your supervisor; When schedule requires remote work,
expected to be available for meetings, calls, responding to emails, and
conducting regular duties during standard service/agency hours. Follow
HS & ELP Standard of Conduct. Attend all appropriate program workshops
and meetings, including site Family Meetings. Adhere to agency
confidentiality polices. Maintain good in-house relationships with all
other staff members. This does not cover or contain a comprehensive
listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of
The Employee. Other Duties, Responsibilities And Activities May Be
adjusted to meet the operational needs of the agency. Requirements
SKILLS REQUIRED Basic computer skills: using a mouse, email, Microsoft
office. Excellent verbal (in-person and phone) and written communication
skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Understanding of data capture and tracking methods. Sensitivity to
cultural and socioeconomic diversity and the needs of individuals with
low incomes.
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