Head Teacher - Child Enrichment Center

Deaconess Health System • Henderson, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The head teacher is a member of the teaching team who shares responsibility with the assistant teacher for the care and education of an assigned group of children. The head teacher is responsible for implementing The Creative Curriculum along with its system of assessment and documentation; supervising children; communicating with parents; providing a healthy and safe environment for children that encourages social emotional, physical, cognitive and language development based on the Reggio Approach. The head teacher is responsible for completing all necessary documentation for NAEYC Accreditation.

Requirements

• Minimum of Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Willingness to start working on a Bachelor’s Degree within six months of employment
• At least three years of teaching experience
• Must acquire 20 hours of professional development annually

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Current CPR/First Aid certification
• NAEYC Membership

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment
• Advance physical and intellectual competence
• Support social and emotional development and provide positive guidance
• Establish positive and productive relationships with families
• Ensure a well-run, purposeful program responsive to participant needs
• Maintain a commitment to professionalism

What This Job Offers

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