Job Description
We are looking for a passionate and creative leader to join our team as a Lead Teacher. In this role, you'll be responsible for providing a nurturing and engaging learning environment for children. You will plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that support the whole child, focusing on their social/emotional, cognitive, physical, and language growth. A key part of the role is ensuring a safe and healthy space for children while fostering strong relationships with families and the community. Our program follows a public school calendar for Head Start and offers full-year childcare.
Why Work With Us?
Paid Time Off: Full-time employees can accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks of sick time, and enjoy 12 paid holidays in their first year.
Employer-Paid Benefits: Life Insurance, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability for full-time employees.
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental (including Orthodontic coverage), and Vision insurance plans through Mass General Brigham available to full-time employees.
Retirement Plan: A 403(B) plan with a company match starting from day one, available to both full-time and part-time employees.
Voluntary Benefits: Including Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness coverage, and Short-Term Disability.
Additional Perks: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Dependent Care Accounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, and more.
Primary Responsibilities:
Follow the program's philosophy and all relevant regulations (EEC, Head Start, NAEYC, QRIS) for your classroom.
Lead and manage the classroom environment, ensuring it supports each child's development.
Foster a collaborative and positive atmosphere among the team and maintain classroom compliance.
Participate in staff development and training opportunities to enhance your skills.
Communicate effectively with your supervisor and other staff, sharing important updates promptly.
Observe and assess children's development, planning activities that meet their individual needs.
Monitor classroom resources, ensuring a well-maintained, safe, and organized environment.
Maintain accurate records and documentation related to the classroom and children's progress.
Follow all health and safety guidelines to maintain a safe learning environment.
Attend staff meetings, workshops, training sessions, and participate in parent functions.
Maintain communication with families, offering support and providing volunteer opportunities.
Actively supervise children at all times, ensuring their safety and engagement.
Participate in team meetings and effectively communicate with families and staff across various areas.
Adhere to confidentiality policies regarding client, employee, and agency information.
Ensure compliance with all program, agency, and regulatory requirements.
Knowledge and Skills:
EEC Lead Preschool Teacher Certification required.
Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
Comfortable working with diverse backgrounds and communicating effectively with children, families, and colleagues.
Bilingual skills are a plus.
Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience in Head Start or those who have been Head Start parents.
Organizational Structure:
Directly reports to the Satellite Director.
Indirectly reports to the Division Director.
Supervises Teachers and Teacher Aides.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to handle the physical demands of the role, including lifting children and responding quickly in emergencies.
A recent physical exam confirming good health and meeting all EEC requirements.
Working Conditions:
This position involves direct or incidental contact with clients served through various programs.
A successful background check is required.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 19.00 21.00 Per Hour
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