Teacher

The Teacher's responsibilities include the development and implementation of curriculum to meet the philosophies and goals of Head Start. They should be able to communicate well with children, their parents, center staff, and consultants. Provide pre-school educational opportunities. The Teacher will report directly to the Education Manager.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.0 EDUCATION

Develops and implements appropriate curriculum, using classroom data, consistent with guidelines provided in the Head Start Performance Standards ensuring that all of the Head Start content areas are integrated into the curriculum. Required to complete home visits and family conferences to ensure that each family has adequate information about their child's Head Start experience. Complete required observations and assessments and required screenings both behavioral and developmental. Create and maintain an atmosphere in which children and their parents feel welcome, valued, comfortable, and secure. Use positive reinforcement guidance to help children develop positive self-esteem and the ability to become self-disciplined. Attends Individualized Education Plan meetings as required. Encourages parents to participate in their child's educational activities.

2.0 WORK WITH STAFF/CONSULTANTS/SPECIALISTS

Works closely with Program and Content Area Managers to ensure effective and coordinated delivery of services to families. Attends staff meetings and utilizes staff development opportunities. Collaborate with consultants and specialists in an on-going manner to ensure delivery of services geared to the individual needs of each child enrolled. To meet changing needs of families, it may be necessary to schedule meetings and family events after regular hours.

3.0 RECORDKEEPING

Maintains complete records for each child enrolled as required by federal and state regulations. Maintains accurate attendance records and keeps records as requested by the director. Keeps a record of every contact with parents and other agencies regarding each enrolled child. Ensures BFIS credential account is up to date.

4.0 HOUSEKEEPING

Ensure the safety of children at all times by maintaining a safe physical environment. Adhere to all regulations regarding physical safety, evacuation procedures, fire drills, etc.

5.0 FAMILIES

Encourages parents to be involved with the program in an on-going manner. Act as a liaison and advocate for families and their needs. Works with FSW to plan family events. May need to work after hours to meet the families’ changing needs.

6.0 SUPERVISION OF CLASSROOM

Classroom supervision of teacher assistant, student teachers, interns, or volunteers within classroom duties. Includes teacher assistant, volunteers, and interns in curriculum planning. Ensure that children are supervised at all times.

• In addition to the above, performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE/CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education with Vermont licensure in Early Childhood Education; experience teaching pre-school children preferred. Vermont AOE Teacher License preferred, or apply within 6 months of hire.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: Ability to work independently. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED: Typing and navigating Email usage