Head Start Lead Teacher 2 or 3

POSITION TITLE: LEAD TEACHER REPORTS TO: Center Manager SUPERVISES: Assistant Teacher, Classroom Aide and Volunteers STATUS: Non
– Exempt SUMMARY:Oversees the daily operation of a Head Start classroom.

Plans, coordinates and implements educational plans for preschool children including the integration of social-emotional learning, discipline and self-regulation in a trauma sensitive manner.

Works with families in the home to facilitate growth in their knowledge of child development, parenting techniques and how to meettheir child’s emotional and educational needs.

Provides supervision, technical assistance, support, training, mentoring and guidance to less experienced teachers and volunteers and provides input into the development of Head Start systems and programs.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the supervision of educational preschool classes, including planning and conducting classes; for meeting compliance with all classroom objectives outlined by program standards; oversees the collection and organization of appropriate materials; assures that physical environment meets developmentally appropriate standards for three and four-year-old children; develops daily lesson plans which include research based curricula which meets developmentally appropriate educational opportunities in all areas.  Is able to integrate social-emotional learning, discipline and self-regulation in a trauma sensitive manner in the classroom.  Supervises, manages, and monitors work of assigned staff to promote smooth operations in the classroom; guides and trains volunteers, provides for the ongoing guidance and training of staff; including preparing them for future promotion opportunities; responsible for the immediate discipline of subordinate employees, with input from the Center Manager.  Works with Family Advocate assigned to the class to advocate for parents’ and childrens’ needs; contributes to team staffings and multi-disciplinary team meetings; monitors any changes or developments; attends parent events.  Plans, organizes, and conducts educational, comprehensive home visits with families, following the program guidelines and curriculum; facilitates the parent/child activity in the home and assists parents in setting goals and monitors parents in the development of parenting skills as necessary; may provide crisis intervention during home visits as necessary, with guidance from the assigned Family Service Advocate.  Monitors systems and records required to evaluate and document assigned services; manages files, tracking sheets and reports; oversees the preparation of reports and correspondence as required.  Will document, organize, and enter child and program data, using a variety of data base systems.  Conducts developmental screening and assessment of children; is responsible for the development and monitoring of individual child plans for each child with technical assistance, as needed, from the Center Manager, including IEPs for children qualifying for special services through the public school system; and responsible for tracking, analyzing and demonstrating progress on individual child and classroom educational outcomes. Promotes the Head Start program in the community, including speaking to community groups, as directed. Contributes to the recruitment of families and volunteers.  Works with the public schools, various social services agencies, and the business community.  Has initial accountability to resolve problems or emergencies affecting the quality of program services. Responsible for classroom maintenance, including sweeping and vacuuming, to assure classroom meets safety and health standards. Responsible for building and grounds maintenance, as assigned.  Is involved in program committees and work groups to provide input and assist in developing education, special services, supervisory or home visiting systems or programs.  Travels to other centers to provide support, technical assistance and guidance to less experienced teachers through observations and feedback and informal mentoring; provides other teachers with information and shares expertise to promote their growth.  Is available by phone to act as a resource to other teachers.  Provides group training to peers as requested.  May be expected to conduct home visits on evenings and weekends if needed. Responsible for generating, collecting and documenting in-kind contributions for the program. Performs other related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Advanced knowledge of the developmental and educational requirements of preschool-age children, to include developmentally appropriate practices, group management, behavior management, current theories of early childhood development and theories of special education for preschoolers. Knowledge of adult learning theory. Knowledge of social service delivery principles and practices.  Solid knowledge of modern principles and practices of management and supervision.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, families, co-workers and the general public.  Ability to analyze and evaluate child needs using a research based assessment tool, and develop and implement goals and action plans to respond to needs.  Highly skilled in oral and written communications, including writing professional reports, completing all program documentation and other correspondence.  Ability to supervise and monitor staff and volunteers in an organized and effective manner including promoting growth of staff which readies them for promotion within the program.  Ability to independently make sound decisions affecting classroom operations, both long range and immediate. Ability to develop and implement plans to modify behavior. Ability to type a minimum of 40 wpm. Demonstrated ability to work in Microsoft Suites and various database programs. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Lead Teacher 2: High school diploma or GED.

One of the following educational certificates or degrees:An Associate degree in Early Childhood Education; orAn Associate degree in a related field to Early Childhood Education and coursework equivalent to a major relating to ECE. and Three years experience working with children in an educational preschool.

One year experience working with adults in an educational or social service capacity.

Two years experience as a supervisor. Lead Teacher 3: ABaccalaureate, or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education;orA Baccalaureate or advanced degree in a related field to Early Childhood Education, and coursework equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education. and Four years experience working with children in an educational preschool.

Twoyears experience working with adults in an educational or social service capacity.

Three years experience as a supervisor. REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:Valid driver’s license in state of residence.Access to reliable transportation.Auto insurance in the amount required by the State of Washington.Physical examination within three weeks of employment.First Aid & Infant/Child CPR card within 45 calendar days of employment.Food Worker’s Card or acquire within 30 calendar days of employment.Acceptable completion of a criminal history check.Pass Teaching Strategies GOLD reliability test within 12 months of hire. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSTB test and proof of test results to employer prior to the start of employment.

New employees do not need a TB skin test if they have written proof of one of the following: A negative Mantoux TB test in the 12 months prior to hire, orA previously positive Mantoux TB test with documented proof of treatment; orA recent negative chest x-ray and a statement from a health care provider that the employee does not pose a risk to others; orMedication therapy to treat TB Documentation of Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) immunization:An immunization record indicating that you have received at least one dose of MMR vaccination (Immunization record card is acceptable only with doctor’s signature/initials or stamp).

OrLab evidence of immunity to measles disease (also known as a blood test or titer).

OrDocumentation from a health care provider that the person has had measles disease sufficient to provide immunity against measles.

OrWritten certification signed by a health care practitioner, licensed in Washington State— a medical doctor (MD), naturopathic doctor (ND), osteopathic doctor (DO), advanced registered nurse practitioner (ARNP) or a physician’s assistant (PA)—that the Measles, Mumps, & Rubella vaccine is, in the practitioner’s judgment, not advisable for you. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand for long periods of time; sit, including on the floor and small furniture; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers for fine manipulation and to operate a computer and telephone, and keyboard reach; and reach with hands and arms.The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, squat, crouch or crawl.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close (due to computer work), distance and peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus and the ability to observe the safety of the classroom.Light to moderate lifting is required.

Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.Ability to uphold the stress of traveling.Regular, predictable attendance is required. The work environment characteristics described are what is encountered while performing the essential functions of