Lead Classroom Teacher & Family Engagement Coach

Servingschools; Calais; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Avec Community Action is seeking a Teacher to plan and implement classroom activities, supervise staff and volunteers, and lead center operations to ensure program quality. You will engage families through conferences, organize parent activities, and supervise day-to-day classroom operations in a dynamic center environment.

Responsibilities include staff hiring/training, conducting progress observations, coordinating meals, and ensuring safety and compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education with 36+ credits.
• Credential or certification in family services or related field within 18 months.
• Active progress toward a Bachelor’s in ECE or related field.
• Adherence to Head Start Performance Standards.
• Current Ed Tech Certification II or III.
• An open, hands-on teaching philosophy.
• Working knowledge of Early Childhood Education practices.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and implement classroom activities and field trips; adjust modules as introduced.
• Screen, observe, and collaborate with parents to tailor programs.
• Coordinate cultural awareness activities at least monthly.
• Prepare nutritious meals/snacks; manage supplies and provide learning moments at mealtime.
• Onboard and supervise parent volunteers; attend parent meetings.
• Coordinate and attend home visits; supervise staff and learning activities.
• Hire, train, evaluate staff; uphold performance reviews and resolve conflicts.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

MS Office / IT literacy

Communicate with young children

Diverse population experience

Multi-task

Build trusting, caring relationships

Education

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Credential in family services or related field

Active pursuit of Bachelor’s in ECE or related field

Head Start Standards knowledge

Ed Tech Certification II or III

Open, hands-on learning philosophy

Working knowledge of Early Childhood Education

First Aid and CPR certification

Job description

Avec Community Action is seeking a Teacher to plan and implement classroom activities, supervise staff and volunteers, and lead center operations to ensure program quality. You will engage families through conferences, organize parent activities, and supervise day-to-day classroom operations in a dynamic center environment.

Responsibilities include staff hiring/training, conducting progress observations, coordinating meals, and ensuring safety and compliance with standards.