Lead Early Childhood Teacher – Head Start Program

YMCA of Metro Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is seeking a dedicated early childhood education professional to supervise the Dean Rusk Early Learning Center classroom team and oversee day-to-day operations. You will plan engaging literacy- and math-rich activities, support child development, and involve families in Head Start initiatives to foster a nurturing learning environment.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, excellent communication skills, and the ability to pass

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check, including criminal record check, drug screening, MVR and references

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and develop classroom associates and manage day-to-day operations.
• Plan and implement learning experiences to advance intellectual and physical development.
• Improve readiness for school by developing literacy, phonemic, and print awareness.
• Enhance language development and vocabulary; foster appreciation of books.
• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.
• Support social and emotional development and engage families in Head Start programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local and program regulations; document assessments and conferences.

Skills

Excellent verbal/written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is seeking a dedicated early childhood education professional to supervise the Dean Rusk Early Learning Center classroom team and oversee day-to-day operations. You will plan engaging literacy- and math-rich activities, support child development, and involve families in Head Start initiatives to foster a nurturing learning environment.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, excellent communication skills, and the ability to pass