Lead Teacher - Head Start - Juneau

Central Council Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes•Juneau, AK

5d•$28•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing an educational program that meets the academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs of students. The Lead Teacher provides guidance to teachers aides and volunteers, and collaborates with Head Start Management Team and families to ensure a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment. The Lead Teacher oversees, delegates, and monitors classroom operations and family/community outreach on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards.

Requirements

Effective communication skills, verbal and written
Proficient Computer skills
Ability to delegate tasks and monitor assignments
Ability to collaborate with fellow teachers, management team, and community agencies/organizations
Willingness to learn and implement early childhood best practices into daily activities
Ability to problem-solve and make timely decisions
Ability to maintain accurate, complete and confidential records
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with agency policy and legal requirements.
Be honest, reliable and dependable.
Adhere to NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.
Familiarity with Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian cultures.
Associate’s Degree in Child Development, Early Education or closely related
Child Development Credential (CDA)
Two years related experience
Must be 21 years of age with a Valid Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
Current First Aid/CPR certificate.

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining working knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS) and applicable State of Alaska regulations specific to early childhood programming
Supervise and monitor children; respond appropriately to crisis or emergency situations that may occur
Develop and maintain positive classroom environment for children, families, and staff
With Child Development Coordinator guidance, ensure the following are developed and implemented: on-going child assessments, individualized learning plans, and, if needed, positive behavior plans
Work with school district, public health, and/or community service agencies to ensure child services meet HSPPS compliance
Develop, submit, and lead weekly lesson plans that incorporate the Early Learning Outcomes Framework and designated curriculum
Maintain confidentiality of families and program
Utilize Child Plus and Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG) to ensure all required assessments and documentation are accurate, complete, and routinely updated
Delegate the recruitment of parent committee members, policy council members, and substitutes to teaching team members
Monitor and report child abuse concerns to appropriate authority
Work with Mentor Coach in creating professional development plans and attending trainings throughout the school year
Document all family contacts, family visits, and parent/teacher conferences
Provide an environment that promotes and reinforces family/community engagement
Support the families’ goals toward health, safety, financial stability and aspirations
Work with Food Service Coordinator to ensure sanitary food preparation, food storage, and clean-up in accordance with Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines
Provide family style meals and snacks (as appropriate)
Complete 15-hours of ECE professional development per school year
Encourage and co-create a positive work environment
Work with team to ensure general maintenance and janitorial duties are shared and complete
Purchase supplies as needed and ensure accurate inventory of equipment and supplies
Supervises two to four teaching staff, volunteers, and parents in the classroom
Other duties as assigned.