Lead Teacher

First Learning•Village of Fairport, NY

11d•$18 - $21

About The Position

The Lead Teacher plans and implements developmentally appropriate programming for the assigned classroom, monitors each child’s development, and plans activities to maximize skill development. The role includes regular communication with families, supervisors, and coworkers to support children’s care and development and ensure efficient service delivery. The Lead Teacher provides daily care and supervision, promotes children’s self-esteem and self-help skills, and supports warm, developmentally appropriate interactions. The role also maintains family communication and confidentiality, holds bi-annual parent-teacher conferences, contributes to a cooperative staff team, and provides leadership to assistant teachers and coworkers. Ongoing professional development and compliance with First Learning policies, OCFS regulations, National Accreditation guidelines, and other pertinent regulations are required.

Requirements

A minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or 12 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, with a plan to continue further education.
At least 1 year of program experience.
Foundations in Health and Safety Certificate, or willingness to complete the training within the first week of hire.
Current CPR, First Aid, and Medical Administration Training (MAT) certifications, or willingness to complete them within the first year of employment.
Thorough knowledge of early childhood developmentally appropriate practices.
Working knowledge of the regulatory environment.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate effectively with parents, children, staff, and supervisors.
Flexibility to handle varied assignments, a positive attitude, and the ability to work as part of a team toward the mission and goals of Generations.
Physical and mental ability to provide children’s daily routine care, supervise children by sight and sound, and react quickly to safety concerns in emergencies.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement developmentally appropriate programming for the assigned classroom.
Monitor each child’s development and plan programming to maximize skill development.
Provide competent supervision and daily care to all children in the assigned classroom.
Use appropriate language and tone with children, promote self-esteem and self-help skills, and show warmth and affection.
Promote the daily exchange of information with families about children’s activities and progress.
Accommodate families’ instructions for daily care routines when able and follow developmentally appropriate practices.
Hold bi-annual parent-teacher conferences and be available for additional conferences as needed.
Maintain confidentiality when discussing issues relating to children.
Communicate with prospective families during tours and provide information about the classroom.
Develop and maintain a cooperative team approach and participate in regular staff meetings and yearly program evaluations.
Offer leadership to assistant teachers and other coworkers throughout the center.
Participate in required workshops and training, including an annual requirement of 30 training hours, and pursue additional professional development as appropriate.
Stay current with First Learning policies, OCFS regulations, National Accreditation guidelines, and other pertinent regulations, including CACFP and Health Department requirements.
Communicate daily in person with families, coworkers, and supervisors about the care and development of children.
Complete written correspondence and records concerning child development, accidents, illnesses, medication administration, and other pertinent information.