Early Childhood -Preschool Head Teacher- Full Time - East Hartford ,CT

Acquire4Hire; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Preschool Head Teacher in East Hartford, CT. This full-time role involves creating a nurturing environment for children and implementing educational programs. Enjoy comprehensive benefits while making a significant impact in children's lives.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Childcare Discounts

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience working with children.
• Connecticut State Head Teacher Certification or ability to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, respectful, and healthy environment for children.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate programs.
• Assist Site Manager with supervising and training staff.

Skills

Approachability

Collaboration

Conflict Management

Customer Focus

Motivating Others

Team Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood

Sociology

Education

12 College Credits in Early Childhood

Job description

Early Childhood - Preschool Head Teacher - Full Time - East Hartford, CT

Apply now to join YWCA Hartford Region as a Preschool Head Teacher! We offer a supportive environment, great benefits, and a rewarding career dedicated to making a difference in children's lives.

Compensation and Schedule

Pay Range: $20.00/hr
Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 6:45 a.m. - 5:45 p.m., 37.5 hours per week

Job Summary

Provide a safe, respectful, and healthy environment for children enrolled in YWCA Early Learning Centers. Plan and deliver age-appropriate programs that foster physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development.

Key Skills and Qualities

• Approachability, Assertiveness, Collaboration, Composure, Conflict Management, Customer Focus, Diversity, Ethics and Integrity, Influencing, Leading, Motivating Others, Organizing, Patience, Performance Management, Personal Accountability, Results Orientation, Self-Development, Team Building, Technical Skills

Supervisory Responsibilities

Assist Site Manager with supervising, training, and evaluating assistant teachers and volunteers.

Work Environment

Office and Early Childhood Education settings, interacting with children from 8 weeks to 5 years old.

Essential Duties

• Follow protocols for reporting child abuse and neglect
• Respond to medical situations and administer medication as needed
• Maintain safety and accountability of children
• Build positive relationships with families and community
• Ensure compliance with licensing, accreditation, and safety standards
• Observe and assess children's development
• Plan and manage developmentally appropriate activities
• Support children with additional needs and implement inclusion plans
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with staff and parents
• Mentor staff and address performance issues
• Stay current with best practices in early childhood education

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood, Sociology, Education, or 12 College Credits in Early Childhood
• At least 1 year of experience working with children
• Connecticut State Head Teacher Certification or ability to obtain it
• Knowledge of curriculum planning and child development
• CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 2 months)

Additional Qualifications

• Pass background checks
• Physical ability to perform job duties
• Own transportation, valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, disability, life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, and childcare discounts. Eligibility depends on employment status.

Other Details

• Senior Level: Mid-Senior
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Education and Training