Lead Teacher

Position Purpose : To plan and implement developmentally appropriate programming for the classroom assigned. Monitors each child's development and plan programming to maximize skill development. Communicate regularly with families to exchange information about child's development. Communicate with supervisors and co-workers to ensure efficient delivery of services.

Essential Job Responsibilities :

Classroom / Program Management :

• Provide competent supervisor and daily care to all children in your assigned classroom

Children / Parent Interactions

Staff Relations

Professional Development

Communication

Requirements

Education : A minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or 12 credit hours in Early Childhood Education with plan to continue further education. Additional ongoing professional and educational development is required.

Certification : Foundations in Health and Safety Certificate; or a willingness to complete the training within the first week of hire.

Experience : At least 1 year of program experience is required.

Knowledge : Thorough knowledge of early childhood developmentally appropriate practices. Working knowledge of the regulatory environment. Current CPR, First Aid and Medical Administration Training (MAT) certifications are required; or the willingness to complete them within the first year of employment.

Physical / Mental Abilities : Must be physically and mentally able to provide daily routine care of children. Must be able to properly supervise children by sight and sounds. Must be able to react quickly when safety concern arise in an emergency situation.

Skills : Strong leadership skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with parents, children, staff and supervisor. Flexible to varied assignments, along with a positive attitude and the ability to integrate into a team to work towards the mission and goals of Generations.