Floater Lead Teacher: Multi-Classroom Support

Chslearn; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning seeks a full-time Lead Teacher - Multi Classroom to support classrooms across the campus, covering breaks and assisting teachers across infant, toddler, and preschool sections. The role involves safeguarding a clean, nurturing environment and guiding curriculum implementation under supervision of the Assistant Director.

The position may extend to long-term coverage, with duties including lesson planning, parent communication, and adherence to CHS

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or Early Childhood Special Education (Bachelor's Degree Preferred)
• List C certification in the PA ECE Career Pathway (preferred)
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role
• Experience and knowledge in Early Childhood
• Education program and teaching standards, including code of ethics - NAEYC standards preferred
• Familiar with inquiry-based and project approach learning, as well as PBIS strategies preferred
• Demonstrated understanding of and ability to effectively work with low-income families preferred
• Comfortability with technology including MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and /or willingness to learn
• Excels at engaging with parents/caregivers, including initiating discussions when necessary
• Responsible, enthusiastic, and cares about working in a mission-focused organization
• Willingness to be held accountable and receive feedback
• Exceptional interpersonal skills including the ability to influence, lead, and educate teams
• Ability to physically interact with children (e.g., talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, etc.) and lift and or move items of up to 40 pounds
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Ability to proactively identify problems and implement solutions
• Commitment to the mission and values of CHS and MHS and demonstrated high degree of integrity as all MHS and CHS staff are considered to be role models for children
• U.S. work authorization and successful completion of pre-employment background checks and clearances

Responsibilities

• Monitoring child attendance
• Greeting children and parents pleasantly and appropriately and ensuring a smooth transition into the classroom
• Following lesson plans
• Working with Lead and Associate teachers on lesson planning
• Assisting in the preparation of instructional materials and learning aides
• Supervising children and providing guidance to them on tasks
• Promoting social, emotional, and language development of children in the classroom
• Supporting screenings, assessments, and ongoing evaluation of child's developmental level of progress
• Assisting in implementing specialized learning plans for students (IEPs etc.)
• Assisting in tracking child progress
• Maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment through continued awareness of classroom activities
• Keeping equipment and materials necessary for activities in good condition
• Understanding CHS performance standards
• Upholding CHS standards and procedures within the classroom
• Attending teaching workshops and meetings
• Giving feedback to staff where applicable
• Collaborating with other members of the teaching staff to understand lesson plans and classroom expectations
• Acting as a role model in the classroom and assisting with classroom duties as needed
• Maintaining confidentiality as it pertains to program, staff, and families
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

3+ years experience

Early childhood proficiency

PBIS strategies

Family engagement

Technology comfort (MS Office)

Education

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

PA ECE Career Pathway List C certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning seeks a full-time Lead Teacher - Multi Classroom to support classrooms across the campus, covering breaks and assisting teachers across infant, toddler, and preschool sections. The role involves safeguarding a clean, nurturing environment and guiding curriculum implementation under supervision of the Assistant Director.

The position may extend to long-term coverage, with duties including lesson planning, parent communication, and adherence to CHS