Senior Lead Teacher, Early Childhood

ADP, Inc.; Hemet (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lead Teacher I at FSA Child Development Services assumes responsibility for supervision, development, education, and assessment of children, ensuring Title 22 and Title 5 regulations are followed and guiding a team of educators.

Responsibilities include planning and supervising the program, daily schedules, engaging staff in developmentally appropriate practice, building strong family relationships, and maintaining required reports and ERS/DRDP assessments with portfolios.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in ECE or CD; infants/toddlers course recommended.
• Teacher Level Permit required.
• At least 1 year center-based care experience; infants/toddlers require 6 months.
• Training: CLASS, PITC, DRDP certification within specified timeframes.
• Maintain licensing status with Community Care Licensing.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise and implement the program following policy and standards.
• Develop daily schedules balancing indoor/outdoor activities for development.
• Lead educators in DAP interactions and social skill development.
• Engage families and learn about a child’s background to tailor learning.
• Oversee DRDP assessments and portfolio development with Learning Genie.
• Complete required health checks, ERS/DRDP reporting and documentation.

Skills

Team leadership

Interpersonal communication

Classroom management

Observation and assessment

Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

Teacher Level Permit

1 year center-based care experience (6 months for infants/toddlers)

DRDP Rater Certification within 3 months of hire

ERS Training within 6 months of hire

Job description

The Lead Teacher I at FSA Child Development Services assumes responsibility for supervision, development, education, and assessment of children, ensuring Title 22 and Title 5 regulations are followed and guiding a team of educators.

Responsibilities include planning and supervising the program, daily schedules, engaging staff in developmentally appropriate practice, building strong family relationships, and maintaining required reports and ERS/DRDP assessments with portfolios.