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Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency (ATCAA)

<div>Definition: As a part of ATCAA&rsquo;s Early Childhood Services, The Lead Center Teacher is a team leader for all center staff to create a successful State Preschool/Early Head Start or Head Start program. The Lead Center Teacher is responsible for the overall administration, planning, and implementation of Service Area Plans, safety of staff and children, curriculum and supervision at the center level for preschool and/or infant toddler classrooms. The Lead Center Teacher will teach in the classroom, supervise and mentor all center staff, and facilitate parent involvement in the classroom.

Supervisor: Education Manager

Supervises: Teacher, Associate Teacher, Classroom Assistant, Family Advocate, Volunteers and Substitutes

Job Duties and Responsibilities Related to This Position:

Management:
<ul><li>
Implement the approved curriculum in the classroom according to Early Head Start/Head Start standards;</li><li>
Assure the Service Area Plans, programs, policies, and procedures relating to center operations are carried out;</li><li>
Assure the center is in compliance with all health, safety, and Community Care Licensing requirements including child-teacher ratio and visual supervision;</li><li>
Develop and follow a consistent schedule which follows Early Head Start/Head Start and California Department of Education standards and professional best practices;</li><li>
Implement a curriculum that includes parent input, cultural diversity, and promotes social, emotional, physical, language and cognitive development for all children;</li><li>
 Participate in, or provide a representative to, multi-disciplinary team meetings for children with disabilities;</li><li>
Ensure that goals listed on Individual Education Plans/or Individual Family Service Plans are transferred onto daily lesson plan and implemented;</li><li>
Coordinate and maintain effective communication/partnership with community partners including the school district(s) associated with the program;</li><li>
Ensure that children receive required speech and development screenings;</li><li>
Substitute for other teachers as needed;</li><li>
Responsible for inventory, center budget and purchasing needed materials/supplies;</li><li>
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom.</li></ul>

Supervision/Leadership:
<ul><li>
Supervise, support, and evaluate staff who are assigned to you;</li><li>
Set staff work schedules and ensure that their hours are within their budgeted hours;</li><li>
Maintain and monitor children&rsquo;s files according to program standards;</li><li>
Prioritize and delegate duties to center staff;</li><li>
Facilitate center staff and planning meetings, staff orientation, parent training, and other meetings as needed;</li><li>
Train staff in the Early Head Start/Head Start and State Preschool Performance Standards, ATCAA and Early Childhood Services Policies and Procedures, and the various duties and responsibilities related to their positions;</li><li>
Monitor staff to ensure that the delivery of services to children and families arecarried out in a comprehensive, integrated and coordinated manner and that they are following program proscribed policies for education and for health and safety;</li><li>
Supervise and maintain a safe and healthy environment in the classroom and on the playground;</li><li>
Correct any operational deficiencies that constitute immediate threats to children&rsquo;s health and safety;</li><li>
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.</li></ul>

Parent Involvement/Case Management:
<ul><li>
Ensure parent involvement and parent education in the classroom;</li><li>
Participate in all program components including parent meetings and center activities such as field trips and celebrations;</li><li>
Advise parents, staff and volunteers of best practices through intervention and mentoring;</li><li>
Make required home visits and parent/teacher conferences at least twice a year, or more as needed for family support andprepare required documentation of home visits and parents conferences;</li><li>
Assist parents in developing individual education plans and in sharing with staff their observations of their child;</li><li>
Write statement of concern as needed and case conference with designated managers and consultants;</li><li>
Promote in kind contributions and ensure proper documentation.</li></ul>

General Duties and Responsibilities:

As a part of the ATCAA team, all employees play an essential role in ATCAA as a whole, and are expected to:
<ul><li>
Demonstrate and encourage a professional and positive attitude in all job related activities;</li><li>
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with standards as outlined in the &ldquo;Statement of Confidentiality and Ethics&rdquo;;</li><li>
Accomplish all work activities in a safe and timely manner within assigned guidelines and consistent with ATCAA&rsquo;s Personnel Policies and Operating Procedures;</li><li>
Report and/or correct deficiencies that constitute immediate threats to health and safety;</li><li>
Complete other tasks as assigned by the supervisor which are consistent with the definition and intent of the job description;</li><li>
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with ATCAA&rsquo;s Personnel Policies. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and reviewing work; problem solving.</li></ul>

Minimum Qualifications:
<ul><li>
A.A./A.S degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, and working toward a BS/BA degree with the ability to complete a BA/BS degree by 2015. OR, B.A. in any field with 24 units of Early Childhood Education. Early Head Start teachers must also have a B.A. degree plus 3 units of Early Childhood Education relating to infants and toddlers;</li><li>
Be able to pass a full fingerprint/background check prior to hiring;</li><li>
Successful completion of 105 clock hours of professional growth activities prior to permit expiration;</li><li>
24 units in Early Childhood Education;</li><li>
Current Site Supervisor standing on the Children&rsquo;s Center Permit or qualifications necessary to apply for one upon hire;</li><li>
Experience and proficiency in Word, Excel, email, and Windows Operating System;</li><li>
Minimum of one year&rsquo;s experience teaching in a state licensed pre-school or infant/toddler setting depending on job placement;</li><li>
Minimum of 100 clock hours supervisory capacity in ECE program;</li><li>
Ability to create and maintain accurate and appropriate records and reports;</li><li>
Ability to create and maintain cooperative working relationships;</li><li>
Meet all federal/state licensing requirements and/or program requirements necessary for this position (i.e.: possess a valid California driver&rsquo;s license, an acceptable driving record, fingerprint clearance, TB Test, CPR, First Aid training, health screening, etc.);</li><li>
Demonstrate effective and grammatically correct oral and written communication skills;</li><li>
Have reliable transportation.</li></ul>

Minimum Qualifications Lead Center Teacher II
<ul><li>
All of the above with a BA/BS degree in a field related to early childhood development.</li></ul>

Desired Qualifications:
<ul><li>
The ability to speak and understand Spanish;</li><li>
Experience in supervising and training adults;</li><li>
Knowledge of local community resources;</li><li>
Experience working in an Early/Head Start or State Preschool/Infant Toddler Program.</li></ul></div>

Lead Center Teacher (w/AA)

<div>Definition: As a part of ATCAA&rsquo;s Early Childhood Services, The Lead Center Teacher is a team leader for all center staff to create a successful State Preschool/Early Head Start or Head Start program. The Lead Center Teacher is responsible for the overall administration, planning, and implementation of Service Area Plans, safety of staff and children, curriculum and supervision at the center level for preschool and/or infant toddler classrooms. The Lead Center Teacher will teach in the classroom, supervise and mentor all center staff, and facilitate parent involvement in the classroom.

Supervisor: Education Manager

Supervises: Teacher, Associate Teacher, Classroom Assistant, Family Advocate, Volunteers and Substitutes

Job Duties and Responsibilities Related to This Position:

Management:
<ul><li>
Implement the approved curriculum in the classroom according to Early Head Start/Head Start standards;</li><li>
Assure the Service Area Plans, programs, policies, and procedures relating to center operations are carried out;</li><li>
Assure the center is in compliance with all health, safety, and Community Care Licensing requirements including child-teacher ratio and visual supervision;</li><li>
Develop and follow a consistent schedule which follows Early Head Start/Head Start and California Department of Education standards and professional best practices;</li><li>
Implement a curriculum that includes parent input, cultural diversity, and promotes social, emotional, physical, language and cognitive development for all children;</li><li>
 Participate in, or provide a representative to, multi-disciplinary team meetings for children with disabilities;</li><li>
Ensure that goals listed on Individual Education Plans/or Individual Family Service Plans are transferred onto daily lesson plan and implemented;</li><li>
Coordinate and maintain effective communication/partnership with community partners including the school district(s) associated with the program;</li><li>
Ensure that children receive required speech and development screenings;</li><li>
Substitute for other teachers as needed;</li><li>
Responsible for inventory, center budget and purchasing needed materials/supplies;</li><li>
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom.</li></ul>

Supervision/Leadership:
<ul><li>
Supervise, support, and evaluate staff who are assigned to you;</li><li>
Set staff work schedules and ensure that their hours are within their budgeted hours;</li><li>
Maintain and monitor children&rsquo;s files according to program standards;</li><li>
Prioritize and delegate duties to center staff;</li><li>
Facilitate center staff and planning meetings, staff orientation, parent training, and other meetings as needed;</li><li>
Train staff in the Early Head Start/Head Start and State Preschool Performance Standards, ATCAA and Early Childhood Services Policies and Procedures, and the various duties and responsibilities related to their positions;</li><li>
Monitor staff to ensure that the delivery of services to children and families arecarried out in a comprehensive, integrated and coordinated manner and that they are following program proscribed policies for education and for health and safety;</li><li>
Supervise and maintain a safe and healthy environment in the classroom and on the playground;</li><li>
Correct any operational deficiencies that constitute immediate threats to children&rsquo;s health and safety;</li><li>
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.</li></ul>

Parent Involvement/Case Management:
<ul><li>
Ensure parent involvement and parent education in the classroom;</li><li>
Participate in all program components including parent meetings and center activities such as field trips and celebrations;</li><li>
Advise parents, staff and volunteers of best practices through intervention and mentoring;</li><li>
Make required home visits and parent/teacher conferences at least twice a year, or more as needed for family support andprepare required documentation of home visits and parents conferences;</li><li>
Assist parents in developing individual education plans and in sharing with staff their observations of their child;</li><li>
Write statement of concern as needed and case conference with designated managers and consultants;</li><li>
Promote in kind contributions and ensure proper documentation.</li></ul>

General Duties and Responsibilities:

As a part of the ATCAA team, all employees play an essential role in ATCAA as a whole, and are expected to:
<ul><li>
Demonstrate and encourage a professional and positive attitude in all job related activities;</li><li>
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with standards as outlined in the &ldquo;Statement of Confidentiality and Ethics&rdquo;;</li><li>
Accomplish all work activities in a safe and timely manner within assigned guidelines and consistent with ATCAA&rsquo;s Personnel Policies and Operating Procedures;</li><li>
Report and/or correct deficiencies that constitute immediate threats to health and safety;</li><li>
Complete other tasks as assigned by the supervisor which are consistent with the definition and intent of the job description;</li><li>
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with ATCAA&rsquo;s Personnel Policies. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and reviewing work; problem solving.</li></ul>

Minimum Qualifications:
<ul><li>
A.A./A.S degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, and working toward a BS/BA degree with the ability to complete a BA/BS degree by 2015. OR, B.A. in any field with 24 units of Early Childhood Education. Early Head Start teachers must also have a B.A. degree plus 3 units of Early Childhood Education relating to infants and toddlers;</li><li>
Be able to pass a full fingerprint/background check prior to hiring;</li><li>
Successful completion of 105 clock hours of professional growth activities prior to permit expiration;</li><li>
24 units in Early Childhood Education;</li><li>
Current Site Supervisor standing on the Children&rsquo;s Center Permit or qualifications necessary to apply for one upon hire;</li><li>
Experience and proficiency in Word, Excel, email, and Windows Operating System;</li><li>
Minimum of one year&rsquo;s experience teaching in a state licensed pre-school or infant/toddler setting depending on job placement;</li><li>
Minimum of 100 clock hours supervisory capacity in ECE program;</li><li>
Ability to create and maintain accurate and appropriate records and reports;</li><li>
Ability to create and maintain cooperative working relationships;</li><li>
Meet all federal/state licensing requirements and/or program requirements necessary for this position (i.e.: possess a valid California driver&rsquo;s license, an acceptable driving record, fingerprint clearance, TB Test, CPR, First Aid training, health screening, etc.);</li><li>
Demonstrate effective and grammatically correct oral and written communication skills;</li><li>
Have reliable transportation.</li></ul>

Minimum Qualifications Lead Center Teacher II:
<ul><li>
All of the above with a BA/BS degree in a field related to early childhood development.</li></ul>

Desired Qualifications:
<ul><li>
The ability to speak and understand Spanish;</li><li>
Experience in supervising and training adults;</li><li>
Knowledge of local community resources;</li><li>
Experience working in an Early/Head Start or State Preschool/Infant Toddler Program.</li></ul></div>

Lead Center Teacher (w/BA)

<div>Definition: As a part of the ATCAA team, Teachers assist the Lead Center Teacher in the planning and the implementation of a comprehensive State Preschool/Head Start/Early Head Start program, including the supervision of and interaction with young children in preschool and/or infant toddler center classrooms, working with other staff members to ensure that parents are supported as their role as primary teachers for their children and working with ATCAA staff to assure that delivery of services to children and families are carried out in a comprehensive, integrated, and coordinated manner.
Supervisor: Lead Center Teacher/Site Supervisor

Supervises: Volunteers and Substitutes

 Job Duties and Responsibilities Related to This Position:
<ul><li> Responsible for supervising and teaching small groups of children</li></ul>
<ul><li> Teacher II and III will have responsibility for screening, assessment, observation and curriculum planning for their assigned group of children</li></ul>
<ul><li> Teacher II and III will also be asked to oversee the classroom when the Lead Center Teacher/Site Supervisor is absent or temporarily out of the classroom
</li></ul><ul><li> Implement the Agency&rsquo;s approved education curriculum in the classroom according to Head Start standards, California State Preschool and Licensing Requirements</li></ul>
<ul><li> Help with curriculum planning and create individualized learning plans for children
</li></ul><ul><li> Help to assure the Service Area Plans, programs, policies, and procedures relating to center operations are carried out</li></ul>
<ul><li> Assure the center is in compliance with all health, safety, and Community Care Licensing requirements
</li></ul><ul><li> Ensure safety of children by implementing and maintaining active supervision of children at all times</li></ul>
<ul><li> Work with the Lead Center Teacher to develop and follow a consistent schedule which follows Early Head Start/Head Start standards and professional best practices</li></ul>
<ul><li> Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings for children with disabilities and implement goals listed on the Individual Education Plan or Individual Family Service Plan</li></ul>
<ul><li> Help to maintain a safe and healthy environment in the classroom and on the playground as follows:</li></ul>
<ul><li> Help to clean and organize classroom</li></ul>
<ul><li> Assist with daily clean-up using approved methods</li></ul>
<ul><li> Help children with toileting and hygiene including diaper changes</li></ul>
<ul><li> Assist in general maintenance/cleanup of the playground</li></ul>
<ul><li> Assist in setting up the environment (indoor/outdoor) for the activities of the day</li></ul>
<ul><li> Assist with meals including: table setting, food preparation, and clean-up
</li></ul><ul><li> Oversee volunteers and substitutes as needed to ensure that health and safety practices are followed
</li></ul><ul><li> Conduct home visits and Parent/Teacher Conferences twice a year and as needed for family support and case management and document the results</li></ul>
<ul><li> Participate in the family engagement component which may include evening events. Family engagement includes parent activities, class celebrations, and supporting parents as classroom volunteers and helping parents to reach their goals as parents and as individuals</li></ul>
<ul><li> Help to supervise, train, evaluate, and support the staff assigned to you</li></ul>
<ul><li> Attend staff, in-service, parent meetings, and training as directed</li></ul>
<ul><li> Assist with in kind documentation</li></ul>
<ul><li> Substitute for other teachers as needed.</li></ul>

General Duties and Responsibilities:

As a part of the ATCAA team, all employees play an essential role in ATCAA as a whole, and are expected to:
<ul><li> Demonstrate and encourage a professional and positive attitude in all job related activities</li></ul>
<ul><li> Maintain confidentiality in accordance with standards as outlined in the ATCAA Statement of Confidentiality and Ethics</li></ul>
<ul><li> Accomplish all work activities in a safe and timely manner within assigned guidelines and consistent with ATCAA&rsquo;s Personnel Policies and ECS Operating Procedures</li></ul>
<ul><li> Report and/or correct deficiencies that constitute immediate threats to health and safety</li></ul>
<ul><li> Complete other tasks as assigned by the supervisor which are consistent with the definition and intent of the job description</li></ul>

Minimum Qualifications: Teacher I
<ul><li> Completed 24 units ECE/CD. For Early Head Start classrooms, 6 of these units must be focused on infant and toddlers. Must have a current education plan to obtain an AA degree</li></ul>
<ul><li> Possess a current Teacher Permit or apply for one within thirty (30) days of hire</li></ul> 
Minimum Qualifications: Teacher II
<ul><li>
 Current Teacher Permit, A.A./A.S. Degree in ECE/CD or related field and working toward an BS/BA degree in Early Childhood Education. For Early Head Start classrooms, 3 of these units must be focused on infant and toddlers</li></ul>

Minimum Qualifications: Teacher III
<ul><li> Same requirements as Teacher II with a B.A./B.S. Degree with at least 24 units ECE/CD. For Early Head Start classrooms, 3 of these units must be focused on infant and toddlers.</li></ul>

Minimum Qualifications: Teacher I &amp; II &amp; III
<ul><li> Be able to pass a full fingerprint/background check prior to hiring
</li></ul><ul><li> Experience and proficiency in Word, Excel, email, and Windows Operating System</li></ul>
<ul><li> Within the past 4 years, 175 days of 3+ hours per day working with children in a preschool or infant/toddler setting
</li></ul><ul><li> Meet all federal/state licensing requirements and/or program requirements necessary for this position: possess a valid California driver&rsquo;s license, an acceptable driving record, fingerprint clearance, TB Test, CPR, First Aid training, and health screening</li></ul>

Desired Qualifications:
<ul><li> Previous Early Head Start/Head Start or State Preschool/Infant Toddler experience</li></ul>
<ul><li> Ability to speak and understand Spanish</li></ul>
<ul><li> Experience in the supervision and training of adults</li></ul>
<ul><li> Knowledge of local community resources.</li></ul>

 Physical Requirements:
<ul><li>
 Frequent (3 &ndash; 6 hours) walking, standing, bending of the waist, squatting, and twisting of the neck.</li><li>
 Occasional (up to 3 hours) sitting, bending of the neck, climbing, kneeling, crawling, and twisting of the waist. Occasional, repetitive, use of both hands is also required in this position: simple grasping, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling, and reaching above or below shoulder level.</li><li>
The position requires working inside and outside in a playground environment, as weather permits, with exposure to extremes in temperature, humidity or wetness, and may also require walking on a variety of grades and surfaces (uneven ground). This position may also require travel to various locations for agency meetings and events.
</li><li>Employees in this position may be exposed to bio-hazards such as blood borne pathogens and waste matter (changing diapers, etc).</li></ul>

 Lifting and Carrying Requirements: Occasionally (up to 3 hours) lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.</div>

Head Start Teacher I, II or III

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Lead Center Teacher (w/AA)

Lead Center Teacher (w/BA)

Head Start Teacher I, II or III