Responsible for day-to-day operation and management of the classroom. Responsible for guiding and directing the learning experiences for children by providing a developmentally appropriate learning environment.
Provides developmentally appropriate activities to enhance physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of children in the classroom.
Prepares and implements lesson plans in collaboration with teacher assistant using established curricula.
Guides children in developing basic concepts as prescribed in the education, nutrition, health, dental and mental health plans.
Maintains ongoing observation and assessment on each child within the classroom utilizing required tracking tools.
Works collaboratively with health staff to ensure a well-stocked first aid kit.
Ensures medication is administered properly to children, following all written procedures.
Develops Education Child Portfolio for each child in the classroom with required documentation.
Ensures referral is completed and submitted to the appropriate service area for any child with a suspected delay.
Participates in the child staffing process with the disability services team and LEA.
Implements and documents organized play in the outdoor learning environment.
Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly classroom and playground area.
Establishes and maintains an adequately supplied classroom.
Provides and participates in learning experiences that allow children to solve problems and explore.
Supports the development of children's positive self-concept and social skills.
Provides direct supervision to children at all times.
Maintains accurate classroom attendance.
Posts and reviews current menu in classroom for discussion with children.
Plans and implements healthy cooking experiences within the classroom setting.
Ensures regular safety and fire/storm drills are conducted.
Maintains and documents regular contact with parents.
Completes two individualized home activities each month per child.
Acquaints volunteers with the classroom and ensures they are aware of the expectations.
Prepares parent bulletin board and ensures compliance with program standards.
Reports child abuse and neglect in accordance with program policies.
Emphasizes the importance of child cleanliness/hygiene.
Plans and participates in educational field trips meeting Head Start requirements.
Assists in the recruitment of children for the program.
Maintains appropriate documentation required by USDA/Child Care Food Program.
Provides professional guidance to and collaborates with the teacher assistant.
Actively participates in center/classroom activities, parent meetings and parent activities.
Acts as an advocate and role model for Head Start families.
Assists in the development and implementation of the annual training plan.
Attends and actively participates in training programs, staff meetings, and other meetings.
Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of client, staff and agency information.
Maintains effective working interaction with coworkers and outside contacts.
Organizes and prioritizes all assignments as directed.
Participates in community activities that enhance Head Start programs.
Demonstrates proficiency and application in the learning environment of the CLASS.
Participates in ongoing monitoring, Community Assessment and Self-Assessment.
Submits reports, documents, and files as directed.
Uses and follows the policies/procedures of Head Start and You Thrive Florida.
A minimum of an Associate's Degree with the understanding that you must enroll after 90 days to acquire Bachelor's degree to be completed within 3 years.
Must complete all required trainings as mandated by the Department of Children and Families.
Must obtain/maintain CPR/First Aid certification.
Two years of experience in child education, care and service or related field.
Valid Florida driver's license and be insurable by Company's current insurance carrier.
Teacher Break Pay
Sick Leave
PTO
Employer paid health benefits
403B retirement
14 company paid holidays
Pet Insurance
Basic $30,000 Life Insurance Policy
Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer