What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Lead Teacher (Preschool) position at COMMUNITY ACTION PIONEER VALLEY?
Head Start Lead Teacher (Preschool) (\$5,000 Bonus) \$26.61-\$31.62
Northampton, 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.
Northampton, 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.