Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher - Harrisburg

Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Sur place; USD 48 153 - 56 650; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A reputable early childhood education provider in Harrisburg is seeking an Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher. The role involves creating lesson plans, supporting children's development, and engaging with families. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education and 3+ years of relevant experience. This full-time position offers a salary between $48,153 and $56,650 per year, along with a dynamic classroom environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Familiarity with inquiry-based learning and PBIS strategies preferred.
• Commitment to the mission and values.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and implement classroom lesson plans.
• Enhance social and emotional development.
• Maintain daily communication with families.

Connaissances

Experience with low-income families

Engaging with parents/caregivers

Technology proficiency (MS Office)

Formation

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant fields

Description du poste

Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher - Harrisburg

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Base pay range

$48,153.00/yr - $56,650.00/yr

The Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher at CHS is an individual passionate about education, and excited about working with children to further their educational and emotional growth. Our Infant/Toddler teachers loop with their classrooms for three years. The Lead Teacher enjoys being in the classroom and creating a love of learning. This individual is responsible for implementing and supporting the early childhood classroom curriculum and assessment process, involving families in classroom experiences, and cultivating a classroom environment that represents each child\'s family culture. This individual is responsible for directing and leading in planning and implementing the daily education program for children. The Lead Teacher reports to the Assistant Director and provides information should a risk or issue arise. Starting salary is in the range of $48,153 to $56,650 per year, based on expertise.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing and implementing classroom lesson plans linked to child outcomes, program development, and classroom routines/schedules
• Enhancing social, emotional, and cognitive development through age-specific manipulatives, activities, and language experiences for children
• Supervising and providing a safe, nurturing environment for children
• Including children and families in the development of classroom experiences, rotating materials, and preparing instructional resources/materials for classroom activities in a timely manner
• Supporting children\'s self-help skills and development
• Ensuring general classroom management, organization, cleanliness, and maintenance
• Caring for safety and hygiene of children
• Maintaining daily communication with families using multiple channels of communication
• Meeting and communicating with families during designated conference times and as necessary
• Collaborating and engaging in a teaming environment with Associate Teachers and Assistant Teachers serving as the leader of the classroom team
• In collaboration with the Curriculum & Instruction Coaches, developing a coaching plan to inform professional development and learning
• Remaining compliant with all state licensing requirements as they pertain to health, safety, and professional requirements
• Ensuring all required program documentation and reports are completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner
• Acting as a role model for child development
• Maintaining confidentiality as it pertains to program, staff, and families

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 students
• U.S. work authorization and successful completion of pre-employment background checks and clearances

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education
• Industries
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