Preschool Enrichment Classroom Lead JOB ID 15057

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate program that is aligned to the Early Childhood Education curriculum and provides students with enrichment opportunities.
• Engage students in enrichment topics that follow the established curriculum and also take into account student interests, abilities, and needs.
• Create an inclusive learning environment that supports early intervention, referral for academic, social-emotional, and/or human services when necessary, and an understanding and appreciation of culturally and linguistically diverse student and family needs.
• Oversee classroom functions and operations under the direct supervision of the Preschool Enrichment Coordinator.
• Take attendance and ensure student safety and security at all times.
• Safeguard daily safety of children, monitor staff-to-child ratio, effectively handle student discipline by establishing and maintaining clear, consistent and fair limits on children's behavior and implement and maintain positive guidance and discipline techniques set by the program.
• Create a warm, friendly and cooperative environment in which children and families feel comfortable and secure.
• Safely and effectively manage the learning environment through constant supervision, effective arrangement of space and proper maintenance of equipment.
• Responsible for direct communication with parents about student progress.
• Follow and uphold licensing guidelines set by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, local County Health Department and School District policies and procedures.
• Complete administrative records such as enrollment forms, student behavior plans, medication administration, injury/accident/lost child reports and attendance.
• Oversee and guide staff assigned to the classroom and ensure a clear schedule and responsibilities are outlined.
• Lead support for implementing positive behavior management plan, resolving concerns and conducting parent meetings.
• Participate in trainings and professional learning opportunities that allow for continued licensure and growth.
• Remain current on all required trainings and total number of training hours required by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood.
• Remain current and update staff on licensing rules & regulation changes.
• Work collaboratively as an integral member of the preschool team.
• Establish and maintain regular and open communication with parents regarding their child's accomplishments, interests, peer relationships and overall progress in the program.
• Promptly return all calls and emails.
• Provide parents with an electronic newsletter at least once a month.
• Provide accurate and timely information to Preschool Enrichment Coordinator.
• Maintain confidentiality and a high level of ethical behavior and professionalism.
• Create positive working relationships with school personnel, parents, and community.
• Utilize computer and software applications (Goog e) for daily classroom operations such as attendance, enrollment information, required trainings, timesheets, and newsletters.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Large Center Director qualified as established under Colorado Code of Regulations (7.702.42 A) or be able to obtain within one year of hiring date. All qualifying documentation must be uploaded to the candidates online application.
• OR Currently hold and maintain the Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) qualification as established by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds to assist children in toileting along with delegated health care duties.
• Complete and submitted BVSD online application
• Communicate (read, write and speak) in English