Head Start Lead Teacher

RESPONSIBLE TO: Early Childhood Services Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the implementation of all aspects of Northeast Head Start’s

education and child development services, under the direction of the Early Childhood Services

Coordinator, for children and families served as outlined in the Head Start Performance Standards

and the 2007 Improving Head Start for School Readiness Act as well as the supervision of the

assistant teacher, classroom aides and volunteers (including outdoor activities and field trips) for

the assigned Head Start.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Implement a program of comprehensive educational and child development services,

including a curriculum that meets the program’s philosophy and the developmental needs

of the children served at the assigned center.

2. Plan and implement activities supporting the curriculum, home follow-up program,

scheduling, learning environment, and supervision of all classroom activities.

3. Plan and implement classroom activities with staff and parents, ensuring activities

supporting all developmental areas are provided daily.

4. Ensure completion of each child’s individualized education plan, including

developmental screening, developmental assessment, and individual objectives,

including support activities.

5. Enter, monitor, and maintain data such as: child observations, attendance, CACFP forms,

and playground check lists in Child Plus data tracking system.

6. Review and approve activities planned by assistant teacher, parents, and/or volunteers.

7. Provide a positive atmosphere for all parents, volunteers, and visitors, ensuring each

person receives a proper greeting and assistance.

8. Maintain all records and ensure completion of records by the assistant and other staff at

the center.

9. Completion of the phase-in program with each child/family entering the Head Start

program.

10. Ensure completion of a minimum of four parent/teacher conferences with each family

per year; two of which must take place during an educational home visit.

11. Provide parent training during the phase-in program regarding the Head Start

Performance Standards and all areas outlined in the program’s policies and procedures

manuals, including the volunteer program.

12. Provide an overview and training to parents regarding the curriculum.

13. Plan and facilitate curriculum planning meetings, involving parents.

14. Submit a supply/material requisition form for materials needed in the classroom.

15. Report any repair/maintenance needs of the center to the appropriate Central Office staff.

16. Provide ongoing evaluation of the center’s learning environment, activities, and staff,

ensuring improvements deemed necessary.

17. Maintain Active Supervision at all times for all children in your care.

18. Ensure toileting, health checks, and all other daily health routines are completed for all

children.

19. Ensure the completion, while sharing in the responsibility, of preparing and cleaning up

after activities.

20. Serve as a direct line of communication between the center’s staff and the Early

Childhood Services Coordinator.

21. Recruit and maintain volunteers and community partners.

22. Notify Early Childhood Services Coordinator (obtain approval), family advocate, and

parents of schedule changes, special events, field trips, etc.

23. Attend professional conferences, meetings, workshops, and any other events deemed

beneficial, which may augment program and/or personal professional development skills

necessary in maintaining the highest quality in educational services.

24. Collaborate with local education authorities, community resources, and any other

available resources providing early childhood services.

25. Complete required training as outlined in the program's Personnel, Policies, and

Procedures.

26. Ensure the preservation of all private and confidential information of children, families,

and staff.

27. Coordinate with other Head Start component coordinators to ensure the assimilation of

services for children and families.

28. Complete and submit required administrative documentation, such as time sheets, when

due.

29. Perform all other duties as designated by the Head Start Director to ensure program

operations.

EDUCATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

AA Degree – Early Childhood Education or related field with 18 credit hours

 Preferred – BA in IECE or ECE

 Valid Kentucky Driver’s License and current liability insurance.

 Before employment: Submit a tuberculin skin test and/or screen and a physical

examination indicating the individual is free of communicable diseases; participate in the

National Background Check Service, including fingerprints, Child Abuse and Neglect,

and criminal record checks.

PREFERENCE GIVEN TO:

 Experience in Head Start or related child care center.

 Knowledge of children and family resources.

 Knowledge of Day Care Licensing requirements of Kentucky.

 Communication skills, both written and oral.

 Ability to communicate with Head Start parents and coordinate services for both children

and families.

 Ability to supervise.

JOB STATUS: Full-time contract.

CAREER LATTICE: Early Childhood Services Coordinator

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14