Preschool Head Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

The Classroom Head Teacher at Interfaith Early Learning Center creates a flexible early childhood classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a strong foundation for kindergarten, in accordance with each student’s ability, as well as the Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS); and to establish collaborative relationships with families and other staff members. Preschool ages 3-5.

What You'll Do

1. Assume responsibility for the health and safety of all children in the program. 
2. Plan and teach weekly lesson plans based on an emergent curriculum connected with CT ELDS.
3. Conduct weekly observations based on CT DOTS and place in child’s portfolio. Collect samples of work and document weekly in child’s individual portfolio.
4. Evaluate each student and discuss progress or challenges with parents daily.
5. Hold parent teacher conferences three times/year.
6. Coordinate special events in connection with weekly lesson plans.
7. Attend family events, staff orientation and staff meetings as required.
8. Make referrals for support services as needed and advocate for children and families.
9. Organize the classroom environment to support children’s socio-emotional development, promote learning through play and promote physical development. Using transition time as opportunities for learning.
10. Promote learning in all areas of the classroom: Block Area; Dramatic Play, Manipulative Area; Literacy center, Computer, Sand and Water Area; Science Area, Art area and woodworking.
11. Maintain orderly arrangement, appearance, décor and learning environment of classroom.
12. Follow all policies and procedures regarding abuse and neglect mandated reporting.
13. Keep accurate and clearly written records for School Readiness (SR), Child Day Care (CDC) and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) reports.
14. Promote a team orientated attitude. Supervise assistant teachers and delegate responsibilities.
15. Schedule/Conduct monthly fire and quarterly emergency drills.
16. Fulfill Professional Development requirements mandated by the Office of Early Childhood (OEC) and School Readiness (SR) Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
17. Use positive guidance strategies.
18. Inform Director and Assistant Director of any significant issues related to staff, children, and facility.
19. Promote professionalism and growth and is an exemplary role model.
20. Maintain a positive rapport with families, fellow staff and children.
21. Lead and train staff in carrying out daily center activities as well as special events.
22. Model relationship-building skills in all interactions. Maintain regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.
23. Ensure all activities are conducted in compliance with state regulations, School Readiness requirements, NAEYC accreditation standards and Interfaith policies. Ensures all licensing requirements, regulations and policies are in compliance, including proper staff ratios and reporting requirements.

The essential functions set forth herein contemplate the general duties required to fulfill the Head Teacher position; however, they are not a detailed description of all work required. New duties and responsibilities may be required to meet the changing demands of the Interfaith 

Requirements

The head teacher must qualify as a QSM as stated on the OEC website and have an account with the OEC registry.

Ways to qualify as a QSM

1.Have a bachelor’s degree or higher in ECE

1. Have a bachelor’s degree or higher in any field plus CSDE ECE teacher certification
2. Have a bachelor’s degree or higher in any field PLUS OEC’s 12 DEFINED foundational ECE credits
3. Accepted until June 30, 2030: Have a bachelor's degree or higher in any field PLUS ANY 12 ECE credits
4. Have a bachelor’s degree grandfathered status
5. Are actively working toward a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education with a current plan of study and achieving at least 9 credits per academic year.
6. Are supervised by an on-site individual meeting a bachelor’s degree option (1-5) detailed above, AND have:

a. Associate degree in early childhood education OR

b. Associate degree in any field plus the OEC’s 12 DEFINED foundational early childhood education credits

OR c. Accepted until June 30, 2030: hold an associate degree in any field PLUS ANY 12 early childhood credits. 8. Are supervised by an on-site individual meeting a bachelor’s degree option detailed above (1-5), AND: a. Actively working toward an associate degree or higher in early childhood education with a current plan of study and showing progress of at least 9 credits per academic year. 

Nice To Haves

Bilingual

Bachelor Degree in ECE

Benefits

• Paid time off and holidays. Health and dental benefits.