Early Head Start Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Description : POSITION SUMMARY :

The Early Head Start Lead Teacher is responsible for the planning, developing, and implementation of EHS classroom activities and requirements. This position requires face-to-face leadership in this program and may involve early morning responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plans and leads daily lesson plans
• Organizes and participates in games and activities
• Provides weekly lesson plans to parents
• Provides each participant’s parent with information on individual activities on a daily basis
• Prepares materials for daily activities
• Maintains records of attendance and arrival and departure times
• Maintains supervision of children
• Conducts parent-teacher conferences at twice a year
• Administers the Brigance and PALS tool
• Establishes a working relationship with Early Childhood Specialist, which includes offsite meetings and conferences.
• Conducts Home visits twice a year.
• Maintains the quality and quantity of supplies, equipment, and materials in the classroom
• Disciplines children and recommends or initiates other measures to control behavior
• Handles parent concerns
• Travel to conference within state and out of state.
• Adhering to OHS guidelines and requirements for EHS

Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids

COMPENSATION

$22.88 - $24.96 ; Full Time; Non-Exempt (40 hours / week)

BENEFITS

Requirements :

Infant Toddler CDA credential from an accredited college or Associates / Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education is required for this position. Three to six months childcare related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required. Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles. Ability and desire to work with and care for infants, toddler, and preschool children. Working knowledge of computers and experience with a variety of software applications.

CERTIFICATIONS

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL :

0 - 5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.

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Compensation details : 22.88-24.96 Hourly Wage

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