NEW JOB OPPORTUNITY!
Make a Lasting Impact: West Haven Community House is Hiring Head Teachers for Our Early Learning Center!
The West Haven Community House is currently seeking to hire dedicated Head Teachers to work with the next generation of learners in our Early Learning Center program. If you are a creative leader, possess exceptional classroom management skills and passion for early learning education in the classroom; this could be the right position for you!
Schedule: 7:00am - 3:00pm- Full-time (40 hours)
9:30am-5:30pm-Full-time (40 Hours)
THESE FULL-TIME POSITION OFFERS:
Medical, Dental, Accrued Vacation, Sick and Personal time
401K (After Eligibility)
Free Gym Membership-Planet Fitness Black Card!
Credit Union, Employee discounts, Tuition Assistance, Referral Program
Free Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Vision
HEAD TEACHER, CYS EARLY LEARNING CENTER
REPORTS TO: CYS Director
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Implements OEC Standards related to the operation of the classroom. In addition to these standards, ensures that the classroom adheres to other applicable standards. Follows program protocol for holistic delivery of services to children and families.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Requires a Baccalaureate or advanced degree in early childhood education or field related to early childhood education (minimum amount of 12 ECE credits) and two years teaching experience in early childhood setting.
- Must meet the requirements to obtain a Head Teacher Certificate by the Office of Early Childhood or be an approved Head Teacher through OEC.
- Have and maintain a current CPR/First Aid Certificate and Medication Administration Training, and Epi Pen Certification, which meets State of Connecticut Licensing requirements. Also, must be approved through BCIS ( background Check and Fingerprints through Office of Early Childhood). A Health Assessment at time of employment.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
- Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position which may require lifting unspecified weights, standing, bending, use of hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; transferring individuals, stretching, walking, pushing, and/or pulling.
- Must be able to walk frequently; occasionally sit, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch/crawl, taste, or smell.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, follow instructions and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
- Ability to use independent judgment, meet deadlines and work flexible hours.
- Ability to communicate clearly with others, both verbally and in written form
- Ability to organize, to show initiative and to pay attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and as a team member to build positive school-family partnerships.
- Ability to use logical, clear, concise reasoning to make decisions in performance of job.
- Ability to use and learn computer software and to calculate and comprehend basic math calculations.
- Ability to work with and relate to preschoolers and their families.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
LEADERSHIP, SUPERVISION, & STAFF MANAGEMENT
- Lead by example to ensure compliance with education service policies and procedures, maintaining mandated staff/child ratios. Coordinate with the Education Manager to cover absences.
- Supervise, train, and guide staff, student teachers, volunteers, and observers, providing opportunities for input in planning and implementation; ensure proper orientation for all new team members on classroom/play yard expectations and practices.
- Promote a positive, professional, and gossip-free work environment.
- Hold regular staff planning and training meetings as required by the Director, and facilitate participation in professional development opportunities, including coaching, workshops, and licensing-required training sessions.
- Actively participate in all required interna