Lead Teacher

Responsibilities

• Supervise children visually at all times to ensure their continuous safety and care; develop a plan to ensure the safety of the children while they are using indoor and outdoor facilities
• Design and implement the daily classroom program based on a creative curriculum in alignment with the HS/EHS Child Development and Early Learning Framework
• Evaluate classroom quality using the Early Childhood Education Rating Scale (ECERS) and other assessment tools
• Plan and implement activities to meet the physical needs of the children, including children with disabilities and special needs
• Create and maintain a warm emotionally supportive classroom environment that is well managed and provides quality instructional support for children's learning
• Provide Diaper Changing/Potty Training for individual children on an as needed basis.
• Perform home visits on a regular basis

Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities You Should Possess

• Passionate about our cause with an incredible work ethic
• Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and flexibility
• Willingness to try new strategies, including approaches to lesson plans, pedagogy, and classroom management
• Proactive problem-solver
• AAA/BA in ECE or Related Field
• 24 ECE Units
• Permit OR Permit ELIGIBLE at a Teacher level or above
• CLASS Certified (preferred)
• A minimum of six (6) months direct experience working with young children, between ages birth -5 years old within a preschool setting, in addition to a cultural, ethical and diverse community

Special Requirements

The 41-CDP1 form must be completed by an authorized representative of a California community college or four-year college or university approved by the Commission to verify completion of requirements for Child Development Teaching Permits.

Total Package of Benefits

• Medical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% paid by employer
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Life and AD&D for Employee, Spouse and Children
• 401k Matching Options
• Flex Spending (Health Care and Dependent Care)
• Mutual of Omaha (STD, Accident, & Critical Illness)
• Generous Sick and Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays + Paid Winter Break from 12/24 - 1/1 (for select positions)
• Opportunity for Growth and Development
• Robust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM

Qualifications

• Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
• Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a fully vaccinated, diverse workforce and culture.
• All Head Start positions are implemented in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards in each service area.