Lead Teacher, Preschool (3Y/4Y) Future Opportunities

CAP Tulsa; Tulsa (OK); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An educational institution in Oklahoma is seeking a Lead Teacher for Preschool (3Y/4Y) responsible for classroom operation and collaboration with the Assistant Teacher. The role involves implementing a curriculum, conducting assessments, and managing developmental needs for young children. Candidates must possess a State Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood along with a Bachelor's Degree in a related field. The position requires strong interpersonal skills and organizational abilities for effective daily operations.

Qualifikationen

• State Teaching Certificate required, with a focus on Early Childhood Education.
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in relevant fields preferred.

Aufgaben

• Responsible for total classroom operation and leadership.
• Implement agency-wide curriculum and Head Start Program standards.
• Conduct home visits and parent conferences.
• Develop goals and individualization plans for each child.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal relationship skills

Ability to follow instructions

Record auditing

Initiative and multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

State of Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Various CAP Tulsa Locations

Job Id:496

# of Openings:0

Pay Range Code: Lead Teacher, Preschool (3Y/4Y)

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the School Leader, is responsible for the total classroom operation per Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS) and is responsible for leading the classroom while collaborating with the Teaching Assistant in planning and execution of daily classroom activities.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Implements and is responsible for using agency-wide curriculum as well as the Head Start Program Performance Standards, program assessment, and service plans.
• Administer Ages and Stages Questionnaires for initial developmental screening.
• Utilize Curriculum software to track each child’s ongoing developmental skill level in the domains as required by the HSPPS.
• Utilize CAP-selected classroom support model to assist with classroom management.
• Work cooperatively with all CAP employees, Family Support personnel, Parents, Volunteers and collaborative partners.
• Conduct at least two home visits and two parent conferences, per child, within the allotted time period.
• Participate in Family Child Review meetings, Multidisciplinary Teams, Crisis Intervention teams, etc. as required.
• Develop a daily schedule and weekly lesson plans based on observations, parental input, and developmentally appropriate practice.
• Develop goals utilizing the individualization form to meet each child’s developmental needs.
• Complete required documentation including, but not limited to: Monthly Reports, Attendance, Meal Count, Family Contacts, and Child Injury Reports.
• Meet Head Start Program Performance Standards, NAEYC accreditation standards and DHS licensing requirements.
• Implement intervention tools and practices for students with Challenging Behaviors.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Required Education/Experience

4-year-old Classroom

• State of Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood

3-Year-Old Classroom

• State of Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood.
• Bachelor’s Degree (or Higher) in Early Childhood Education or a Related Degree.

Infant/Toddler or 2-Year-Old Classroom

• Bachelor’s Degree (or Higher) in Early Childhood Education or a Related Field Degree

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must have proven successful interpersonal relationship skills to maintain effective and satisfactory working relationships with intra-department and inter-department staff, vendors, clients, visitors, and contractors.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions with ability to read, interpret, and present information efficiently and effectively.
• Must be able to accurately audit records and ensure compliance with written or oral guidelines.
• Ability to take initiative, multi-task and work well under pressure.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality of extremely sensitive data, records, files, conversations, etc.
• Advanced organizational skills, efficiency skills and excellent attention to detail with a demonstrated commitment to completing assignments on a timely basis.

Essential Physical & Mental Requirements

This is a classroom position that requires active supervision, requiring focused attention to look, listen, and engage with young children. Work requires frequent bending, stooping, lifting, squatting, kneeling, crawling, stretching, pushing, and pulling throughout the day. Must have the ability to lift and/or carry objects and children weighing up to fifty (50) pounds and quickly respond to children’s needs. Regular and reliable attendance is required.