EHS Lead Teacher

About the role

The 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 and the group.
• 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 compliance with EHS and DOHMH regulations, conducting regular visual inspections of equipment and areas accessible to children.
• Ensure developmentally appropriate equipment and materials are in good condition and accessible to children.
• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information.
• Coordinate recordkeeping and curriculum planning for individual children and the group.
• 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 when required.
• Collaborate with other teachers, staff, coordinators, and consultants 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 on 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.
• Practice positive teacher-child relationships, including working and speaking with children face-to-face at their level.
• Attend and participate in professional development, staff meetings, and reflective supervision sessions.
• Engage in special projects and duties as assigned and required.

Requirements

• Master Degree in Early Childhood Education and NYS Initial or Permanent Birth-2 Certification
• 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 developmental, social, or cultural needs
• Ability to maintain written records, reports, and manage time to ensure the completion of assigned tasks
• Ability to work collaboratively and provide leadership
• Bilingual English/Chinese or Spanish strongly preferred

Skills

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Proficiency in curriculum development and implementation
• Knowledge of child development theories and practices
• Experience with standardized assessments
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$45,653.03 - $51,879.17

Schedule

Monday- Friday, 8:00AM - 4:00PM