Lead Teacher

Partners In Development • Wailuku, HI

5d • $44,000 - $47,400 • Hybrid

About The Position

Lead the teaching team in preparing and implementing a developmentally appropriate and culturally rich virtual curriculum for a Family Child Interaction Learning (FCIL) program. This role involves supporting the teaching team, engaging with families, reviewing developmental assessments, facilitating team meetings for lesson planning, recording debrief sessions, developing daily work routines, participating in site manager briefings, and driving company vehicles.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field and six (6) months of experience working with keiki ages birth through five and their families; OR Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field and one (1) year of supervised experience working with keiki ages birth through five and their families; OR Current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential and one (1) year of supervised experience working with keiki ages birth through five and their families.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a safe and responsible driving record.
• Consistent adherence to the practice of Partners in Development’s (PIDF) five core values.
• Aware and attentive to program participants.
• Analyze and problem solve issues.
• Prioritize and focus on multiple tasks that require analysis and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Be flexible to the daily needs of the families and program.
• Manage personal and professional stress that may be induced by the responsibilities of this position.
• Actively demonstrate a commitment to support equity and inclusion and serve as an advocate for colleagues, partners, and communities.
• Take responsibility and ownership for successfully accomplishing work and the organization’s objectives and delivering results. Set high standards of shared performance for self and others.
• Ensure work is thoughtfully completed, accurate, and error-free to the highest degree possible.
• Capable of strenuous activities which include loading/unloading of program materials and equipment, washing of vans and mats, set up and break down of program learning centers.
• Requires lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Able to sit and work on floor; kneel and bend.
• Exhibit courteous and professional demeanor towards program participants, staff, administration, and community partners via verbal, written, physical and electronic correspondence.
• Able to address participants individually or in groups through speaking, demonstrating activities, singing, dancing, and signing.
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Properly handle and maintain highly confidential information.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Canva publishing, and virtual meeting platforms.
• Able to troubleshoot computer and internet connectivity issues and assist caregivers when they experience issues.
• Familiarity with databases such as QuickBase.
• Knowledge and understanding of Hawaiian culture and values.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the teaching team with proper setup and breakdown of site equipment and materials, implementing lesson plans, completing home visits, scheduling monthly field trips, and submitting all reports by expected deadlines.
• Model, teach and engage with enrolled families in a professional manner that encourages caregivers to be their keikiʻs first and foremost teacher.
• Help review screenings and assessments that support the developmental needs of participating keiki and caregivers.
• Facilitate team meetings that create high-quality, culturally appropriate lesson plans for keiki ages birth-five years old.
• Record and submit debrief sessions with the team.
• Develop daily work routines that support productive and positive team dynamics.
• Participate in regular briefings with the Site Manager to discuss program updates, challenges, and proposed solutions.
• Drive assigned company vehicles in a safe and legal manner.
• Complete all forms and documentation such as reports related to grant objectives, professional development evaluations, and data collection for the program.

What This Job Offers

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