Head Teacher

Definition and Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director – Children’s Programs, the Head Teacher is responsible for the implementation of a quality developmentally appropriate childcare program. This includes experiences within the classroom, curriculum development and implementation, assessing children’s development, and parent communication / relationships. The Head Teacher is also responsible for supervision of the Teachers.

Additionally, all ASI employees are responsible for upholding the core values of the organization including but not limited to exhibiting professional behavior, acting as a role model to others, displaying a positive and cooperative attitude, communicating effectively, developing expert knowledge in area of specialization, and working together as a team.

Requirements

Educational and Qualifying Experience, Skills, Licenses, Credentials

Educational / License / Credential Requirements

• AA degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or a related field or a bachelor's degree along with 12 semester units in early childhood education
• California Child Development permit of Teacher Level or higher obtained within first 60 days of hire (at minimum proof of application submittal must be provided within the first 60 days of hire).
• Current American Red Cross Certification in the following : Adult and Pediatric CPR First Aid, and AED.
• Fifteen (15) hours of Health and Safety Training.

Experience Requirements

Physical Requirements

Knowledge / Skill Requirements

Supervisory Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Curriculum Development and Administration

Parental Communication and Relationship

Assessment

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Background Check

This position is subject to a background check (including criminal records) as well as National Address Locater (Social Security Number [SSN] Trace), 7-year County Criminal Search in each county and / or state the applicant lived in based on the SSN Trace, National Criminal Database Search, Name Search, Employment Verification (All employers in past 7 years) and Education Verification (Highest Degree). Credit Reports, Motor Vehicle Record Check and Professional License Verification may also be required based upon the essential functions of the position.

Benefits

Salary Schedule

Benefits

Position is Open Until Filled

Date of Last Equity Review :   01 / 01 / 2022

Date revised : 9 / 4 / 25

The Associated Students, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.