Lead Teacher

First Learning•Town of Grand Island, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate programming for their assigned classroom. This role involves monitoring each child's development, planning activities to maximize skill development, and maintaining regular communication with families to share information about the child's progress. The Lead Teacher also collaborates with supervisors and co-workers to ensure efficient service delivery.

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.
Foundations in Health and Safety Certificate; or a willingness to complete the training within the first week of hire.
At least 1 year of program experience.
Thorough knowledge of early childhood developmentally appropriate practices.
Working knowledge of the regulatory environment.
Current CPR, First Aid and Medical Administration Training (MAT) certifications are required; or the willingness to complete them within the first year of employment.
Must be physically and mentally able to provide daily routine care of children.
Must be able to properly supervise children by sight and sounds.
Must be able to react quickly when safety concerns arise in an emergency situation.
Strong leadership skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with parents, children, staff and supervisor.
Flexibility to varied assignments.
Positive attitude.
Ability to integrate into a team to work towards the mission and goals of Generations.

Nice To Haves

Additional ongoing professional and educational development is required.
Pursues additional professional development as appropriate.

Responsibilities

Provide competent supervisor and daily care to all children in your assigned classroom.
Use appropriate language and tone when talking with the children.
Promote self-esteem while encouraging self-help skills.
Show warmth and affection for all children in the center.
Promote the daily exchange of information about children’s activities and progress to families.
Accommodate family instructions for daily care routines when able and follow developmentally appropriate practices.
Hold bi-annual parent-teacher conferences and be available to conference with families at other times as needed.
Maintain confidentiality when discussing issues relating to any child.
Communicate with potential families on tours to offer information specific to their classroom.
Be responsible for the development and maintenance of a cooperative team approach.
Participate in regular staff meetings.
Participate in a yearly program evaluation.
Offer leadership to the assistant teacher and other co-workers throughout the center.
Participate in workshops and trainings according to the Office of Children and Family Services regulations, National Accreditation, and pursue additional professional development as appropriate (Annual requirement of 30 hours of training).
Stay current with First Learning policies, OCFS regulations, National Accreditation guidelines, and other pertinent regulations (CACFP, Health Department).
Engage in daily, in-person contact with families, co-workers, and supervisors to exchange information related to the care and development of children.
Complete written correspondence to monitor development, record accidents, illnesses, medication administration, and any other pertinent information.