Lead Early Education Teacher - Safe, Nurturing Classrooms

Thames Valley Council for Community Action; New London (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403B Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Acc.

Paid Holidays, Vacation/Sick Time

Job summary

Thames Valley Council for Community Action’s Little Learners Early Education Program seeks a Head Teacher responsible for the care, supervision, daily operations, and safety of center and classroom children, while developing age-appropriate curriculum that fosters self-esteem, independence, and holistic growth.

You will ensure health, safety, and nutritional education is integrated, maintain clean, safe environments, and uphold CT licensing codes, funding requirements, and NAEYC standards.

Qualifications

• CT licensing codes and NAEYC standards knowledge.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.
• Staff files up to date with physicals, certifications, and continuing education.
• Experience in collaborative classrooms (HS and LL) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee care, supervision and safety of center/classroom children.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum to foster self-esteem and independence.
• Ensure health, safety and nutritional education are integrated into planning.
• Maintain administrative paperwork for classrooms and ensure staff qualifications are current.

Skills

Classroom management

Family communication

Curriculum planning

Diversity sensitivity

Education

CDA

Associates in ECE

Bachelor’s in ECE

Job description

Thames Valley Council for Community Action’s Little Learners Early Education Program seeks a Head Teacher responsible for the care, supervision, daily operations, and safety of center and classroom children, while developing age-appropriate curriculum that fosters self-esteem, independence, and holistic growth.

You will ensure health, safety, and nutritional education is integrated, maintain clean, safe environments, and uphold CT licensing codes, funding requirements, and NAEYC standards.