Early Head Start Head Teacher - Lincoln High School

About the role

The Early Head Teacher is responsible for leading the classroom teaching team in a collaborative and supportive way to promote young children’s learning, development, and well-being. This includes effectively using the Creative Curriculum and research-based child assessment tools, implementing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support (PBIS) strategies, and fostering a nurturing learning environment. The Early Head Teacher oversees all aspects of classroom management and operates with limited support from a supervisor.

Primary Responsibilities

• Model positive and appropriate interactions with children and adults, including individuals from diverse communities and cultures, including communicating effectively with those whose English language skills are limited.
• Work with sensitive and confidential information and behave professionally in all interactions.
• Assume a high degree of responsibility and autonomy, working both independently and in a team setting; handle crises and problem-solve as needed.

Requirements

• A related degree that includes 30 quarter/20 semester college credits in ECE, Child Development, Elementary Education or Special Education may be considered.
• 1 year of experience teaching children under the age of 3 in an early childhood setting.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and general principles of early childhood education and developmentally appropriate, child-led, multi-cultural, anti-bias curriculum for children under the age of 5.
• Basic-intermediate proficiency of Microsoft Office.
• Reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of research-based child assessment tools.
• Experience working directly with parents.

Benefits

Neighborhood House offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous PTO and 10 paid holidays
• Affordable health insurance with 95% of the cost paid by NH
• 403b retirement plan
• Company-paid life insurance. Voluntary life, long-term disability, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling