Lead Teacher in Burien
About the role
Akin partners with children, families, and communities to build relationships and support well-being so everyone can thrive. Through our early learning programs, we create inclusive, nurturing environments where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn.
The lead teacher plans and implements comprehensive child development services and creates a positive learning environment with varied experiences. The Lead Teacher works in collaboration with the team to enhance the family's role and engagement as the primary influence in the child’s education and development. Meets or exceeds standards for Head Start Program Performance (HSPPS), State Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP), Early Achievers (EA) and Akin policies and procedures. This position has access to protected healthcare information (PHI) or confidential identifiable information (CII), both paper and electronic, as necessary, to perform related job duties and responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Contributes to the development of communicating mutual respect, mutual support, competence, and creativity among the team.
- Oversees daily classroom functions and operations, while supporting the teaching development of classroom team.
- Plans and develops a daily schedule of classroom routines and activities.
- Prepares and implements lesson plans in accordance with Head Start and ECEAP program performance standards.
- Provides an integrated, child-centered, environment, which meets the needs and interests of every child.
- Interacts positively with all children to support their individual learning and meets their emotional needs.
- Collaborates with teaching team to prepare and organize the classroom and classroom materials in accordance with the planned classroom curriculum.
- Communicates regularly and respectfully with families and involves them in the educational program. Encourages and supports families in working toward