EHS Lead Teacher

About the role

The Early Head Start (EHS) Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and executing individualized services for a classroom of eight children, adhering to Head Start Performance Standards, Department of Health (Article 47) guidelines, and other relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and carry out the planning, documentation, and execution of curriculum that addresses the social, emotional, developmental, and health needs of each child.
• Collaborate with supervisors, the Assistant Teacher, other program staff, and parents to ensure the achievement of EHS and GSS goals and objectives.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment in accordance with EHS and DOHMH regulations, including regular visual inspections of equipment and areas accessible to children.
• Ensure that developmentally appropriate equipment and materials are in good condition and accessible to children.
• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information (both verbal and written).
• Coordinate recordkeeping and curriculum planning for individual children and the group.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of children's development in alignment with identified EHS and GSS school readiness goals.
• Utilize Creative Curriculum and TSG assessments.
• Establish regular weekly team meeting times.
• Develop and maintain positive working partnerships with parents, including participation in meetings as required.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to communicate information about child development and individual children to parents.
• Conduct standardized developmental and behavioral screenings within 45 calendar days of the child's entry and follow through with any needed follow-up.
• Work with specialists and parents to support children with diagnosed special needs.
• Conduct home visits at least twice a year according to program policies and procedures.
• Conduct individual parent/teacher conferences at least three times per year to share child outcomes and collaborate with parents to establish individual goals related to school readiness.
• Follow applicable state regulations and agency policies regarding the prevention and reporting of child maltreatment.
• Participate in coaching opportunities and professional development training.
• Participate in annual performance evaluations to set short and long-term professional goals.
• Participate in all required trainings and meetings.
• Perform special projects and duties as assigned and required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or 90 credits of an approved study plan to complete degree and obtain NYS Teacher Certification (B-2) within 7 years.
• Completion of the Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or formal coursework in infant/toddler development.
• Experience working with families and children aged newborn to three and their families.
• Ability to work with children and families with special developmental, social, or cultural needs.
• Ability to maintain written records and manage time to ensure the completion of assigned work.
• Ability to work collaboratively and provide leadership.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds easily and regularly.
• Bilingual English/Chinese or Spanish strongly preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and best practices.
• Proficiency in using educational software and tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

$38,000 - $48,000 depending on education and credentials.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm, or 9am - 5pm. Schedule may vary due to program needs.