Preschool Teacher/Center Director: Head Start

Opportunities for Otsego - also known as OFO - has been positively impacting the lives of low-income individuals and families since 1966. Our diverse team of hardworking and talented individuals deliver services, support and administration in over a dozen programs. OFO employees gain personal satisfaction by knowing they are helpings to change lives in our community and are offered: Paid vacation and sick time Health, dental, vision, and other optional benefits Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions on eligible plans 403(b) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program, including FREE Talkspace Go resources Merit-based increases and annual COLA Local, state, and national training and certification opportunities A technology-rich environment Comfortable and private breastfeeding/pumping areas Opportunities for Otsego is an equal opportunity employer. Opportunities for Otsego participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information for all newly hired employees to confirm authorization to work in the U.S. Preschool Teacher/Center Director: Head Start Head Start is seeking a creative, organized individual to lead a preschool teaching team and oversee operations of a single-classroom center. As Teacher/Center Director you will: Develop, coordinate, and implement daily lesson plans, classroom activities, field trips, and special events Foster a welcoming and safe learning environment, that promotes overall child development and encourages parents to be active participants in their child’s education Hire, supervise, and schedule center staff to ensure proper adult:child ratios and smooth program operation Maintain an inventory of center materials and supplies, initiate purchases, and coordinate facility improvements Assist Head Start management in ensuring compliance with day care licensing and Head Start Performance Standards This position has school breaks and summers off. Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field; one year teaching experience; one year supervisory experience; valid, unrestricted New York State driver’s license Expected Skills: Technical and service skills required by duties; client service orientation; accountability for results; teamwork; adaptability; reliability; specialized knowledge of the field; consistent exercise of discretion and judgment; work predominantly varied in character; program management; performance management Working Conditions: Typical pre-school environment and equipment; local travel; occasional work in client residences; possible exposure to childhood diseases Pay Range Guide: Standard Start Rate - education and experience meet job requirements Advanced Start Rate - education and experience exceed job requirements (subject to approval) Location: Morris, NY Job Id: 413

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