JOB DESCRIPTION: Our Head Teachers serve as the gatekeepers for our students’ on-going success throughout their early childhood development. The ideal candidate is reliable, punctual, and enjoys all the daily rituals in the lives of young children including feeding, changing, playing, and preparing for a life-long love of learning through social, emotional, and early academic experience. Devotion to creating a safe and joyful environment for the children, parents, and assistant teachers is a must.

REPORTS TO: Director of Early Childhood Programs

Head Teachers works closely with our Teacher Talent Developer to:

• Monitor and celebrate developmental benchmarks
• Partner with parents to establish individualized learning plans and schedules
• Embody and share our agency mission to eliminate racism and empower women through activities and learning opportunities that promote equity, celebrate cultural differences, and inspire curiosity.
• Communicate effectively and enthusiastically with colleagues
• Fulfill OCFS training and internal professional development requirements
• Prioritize self-care in order to ensure the thriving of our agency

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Teacher must be at least 18 years of age, have obtained a CDA (Child Development Associates) or higher and meet all New York State Licensing and NAEYC requirements for childcare staff, including fingerprinting, criminal background check and mandatory training. The individual should be comfortable with children ages six weeks to five years old. A high level of interest in the work and at least one year of relevant specific childcare experience/ training are required. On-site and on-line training is part of our plan to develop excellent teachers at all levels.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and maintain a classroom that is inviting, joyful, safe, and clean.
• Communicate with parents via our Brightwheel application on the rituals and routines of our infants.
• Track progress and changes in routines of children.
• Attend mandatory in-service conferences and trainings.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings to develop relevant and specific emergency and non-emergency procedures.
• Attend parent teacher conferences and special events as requested.
• Work cooperatively with other staff members to ensure the smooth operation of the childcare center.

Benefits include:

Rate for Head Teacher: $17.25-$19.00 per hour

Health Insurance for individuals and families

Paid Vacation

Up to 21 approved personal days

Paid sick time

401K