Early Head Start Lead Teacher

Learning Care Group • Gilbert, AZ

16h

About The Position

Arizona Early Head Start provides early education for children from birth to 3 years old, parent involvement and family support, and comprehensive health and nutrition education. The Lead Teacher plans, assesses, and provides instruction based on each child’s needs and program requirements. The role includes developing interactive learning experiences, supporting children’s social, physical, and intellectual growth, leading classroom management and curriculum implementation, and building relationships with enrolled and prospective families. The Lead Teacher also mentors fellow teachers and is expected to know and follow licensing guidelines, company standards, and Head Start program requirements.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, or a CDA in Infant/Toddler.
• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans.
• Ability to meet state education requirements and childcare center requirements.
• Ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assess, and instruct based on each child’s needs and program requirements.
• Develop fun, interactive learning experiences and mentor fellow teachers.
• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of children in the classroom.
• Lead classroom management and curriculum implementation.
• Follow licensing guidelines, company standards, and Head Start program requirements.
• Build relationships with enrolled and prospective families to support children’s achievement and the center’s success.
• Engage in physical activity with children indoors or outdoors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree