Associate Teacher

About the role

Job Summary Works under the administrative supervision of the Master Teacher – Mentor/Coach and day-to-day task supervision of the assigned Teacher (III/IV). Responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations as defined in HSPS 1302 and any regulatory standard regarding classroom activity, this position is assigned to a classroom and is responsible for the total classroom operation when a Teacher (III/IV) or Associate Teacher –R is absent. Responsible for providing day-to-day task supervision for the assigned classroom staff or volunteer and responsible for involving the classroom staff person in the execution of daily classroom activities.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The functions outlined in this job description are examples of the general nature of those performed by employees in this position. Any combination of these functions and responsibilities may be performed. The list is descriptive only and should be used for no other purpose. Management retains the right to revise job functions at any time. These functions are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

COMPLIANCE (EDUCARE LEARNING NETWORK, DHS, OHS, NAEYC) Use research based strategies from LEP evaluation information and accredited organizations to drive program practices (Ex: safe sleep).Understand and support core features of Educare Learning Network (ELN)Ensure compliance with the health and safety content mandates of the Head Start Performance Standards, program assessment and workplans, as well as NAEYC accreditation standards and DHS licensing requirementsComply with the educational content mandates of the Head Start Performance Standards, program assessment, and work plans as well as NAEYC accreditation standards and DHS licensing requirementsEnsure that the Basic Environmental Checklist is met and consistently maintainedAdminister Ages and Stages Questionnaires for initial and continuous developmental screeningComplete required documentation including, but not limited to: Attendance, Meal Count, Family Contacts, Accidental Injury Reports, ASQ and Internal referrals, emergency contacts, infant/toddler daily sheets, file sign in/out sheets etcEnsure that the environment displays include pictures representative of families in the classroom, non-stereotypical roles (Ex: male nurse, female firefighter) and people with disabilitiesAttend and assist with home visits and parent conferences as assigned

HIGH QUALITY TEACHING PRACTICES Utilize Teaching Strategies to track each child’s ongoing developmental skill level in the eight domains as required by the Head Start Performance StandardsUtilize Conscious Discipline theory and application to promote child social emotional development and well-being as well as classroom managementUtilize data provided by our Local Evaluation Partners (LEP) to build on and improve classroom practiceProvide enhanced focus on language and literacy to promote school readiness for children and familiesProvide enhanced focus on problem-solving and numeracy skills to promote school readiness for children and familiesIntegrate the arts into the program to strengthen social-emotional development, language and literacyEnsure rituals and routines are understood and followedEnsure all lesson plan materials and specific required materials (Ex: ITERS/ECERS) are accessible to childrenAssist in the daily operations of the classroom as assigned

TEAMWORK AND COMMUNICATION Build and maintain good relationships to encourage collaboration, reflection, family engagement, high quality teaching practices and community relations with peers, families, volunteers and community partnersAttend pre-service and other workshops that may include overnight and out-of-area travel as requested by TEI managementImplement an interdisciplinary approach to build effective teamsProvide relevant information for Family Child Review meetings once a month or as requiredComplete classroom responsibilities in the absence of the teacherPerform other duties as assigned or required

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS Works under the administrative supervision of the Master Teacher – Mentor/Coach and day-to-day task supervision of the Teacher (III/IV). No supervisory responsibility.

Qualifications

Education And Work Experience Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, or Associate’s degree in Family Relations/Child Development or a closely related education-based discipline with 4 college courses that equal 12 credit hours in Early Childhood Education. Must have a valid food handler permit, Pediatric first aid and CPR certification. Experience working with infant, toddler or pre-school children. Other Classroom position with some local travel (exposure to normal traffic hazards