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Position Title: Head TeacherReports to: Education CoordinatorClassification: Non-ExemptThe classroom teacher will establish a safe, healthy, learning environment that provides a variety of developmentally appropriate experiences that foster the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of young children by following the Agency Plans, HighScope Pre-K Curriculum, the Agency Plans for Education and Disabilities, the Head Start Performance Standards, the NAEYC guidelines and the Office of Children and Family Services Day Care Regulations.Productivity &middot; Set-up and arrange a classroom that provides interest, movement, encourages literacy through a print rich environment, and that supports opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration and problem solving.&middot; Complete educational and behavioral screenings within 45 days of the child&rsquo;s entry to the program.&middot; Write anecdotal notes that show growth and development in the Head Start Child and Early Learning Framework.&middot; Complete 3 High Scope Pre &ndash; K GOLD assessments per school year.&middot; Conduct 2 home visits and 3 parent conferences.&middot; Write, post, and implement a daily / weekly lesson plan that fosters educational growth and is supportive of individual students&rsquo; needs.&middot; Incorporate HSOR school readiness goals in the plans and all classroom activities.&middot; Promote the creative process through play, music and movement, drama and literature, and art.&middot; Promote child and family literacy, English language development.&middot; Promote good health and nutrition.&middot; Infuse multicultural activities and literature into curriculum planning.&middot; Assist with maintaining and updating classroom files / binder to follow HSOR regulations and for NAEYC accreditation.&middot; Keep an updated ASPIRE profile at all times.Job Knowledge and Skills&middot; Have knowledge of HSOR School Readiness / Family Goals&middot; Be knowledgeable of Early Childhood Development (Birth to 5 years old).&middot; Have a working knowledge of the High Scope Pre-K Curriculum, the Agency Plans, GOLD, developmental and behavioral screening tools, the Head Start Performance Standards, Day Care regulations and NAEYC guidelines.&middot; Must be computer literate in Microsoft office (EXCEL, Access, etc.)&middot; Be familiar, able to use, input information in current tracking system (Child Plus).&middot; Update and enhance teaching skills by attending a minimum of 15 hours of training per year.&middot; Complete MAT training / retain MAT certification&middot; Complete CPR and First Aid class and attend other age appropriate health and safety trainings yearly.&middot; Demonstrate competency to provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions, plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation and use of assessment and promote children&rsquo;s progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five and applicable state early learning and development standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate.Initiative&middot; Establish regular team meetings with the assistants and aides to discuss daily and weekly lesson plans and the opportunities for improving classroom interactions.&middot; Prepare of and participate in Child Study meetings as needed.&middot; Work closely assistants, aides, foster grandparents, volunteers and substitutes during classroom interactions.&middot; Keep good classroom records: including observations and anecdotes, collections of student works, completion of the COR assessment three times per year, and records of parent conferences.&middot; Initiate / meet goals of your annual professional development plan.&middot; Be responsive to the needs of the individual children and or groups of children in the class.&middot; Initiate / follow up on activities with children and meetings with families as need.&middot; Establish effective communication skills between teacher / children, teacher / parents, teacher and coworkers.Interpersonal Skills&middot; Respect and accept children&rsquo;s individual differences and capabilities.&middot; Provide a nurturing environment that promotes, independence, school readiness and English language development.&middot; Listen to and respond positively to children and speak to them at eye level.&middot; Use positive classroom disciplinary techniques.&middot; Attend parent meeting(s) as assigned and provide feedback from each classroom.&middot; Encourage parents to become involved in the program, to volunteer and share a talent&middot; Accept positive and constructive criticism from the designated supervisor.&middot; Work with a variety of staff and assist with conflict resolution as needed.&middot; Work cooperatively with all staff including health and nutrition, special education and family and community partnership.&middot; Act as a role model for children and staff by using and encouraging positive interactions. Courtesy and mutual respect is expected.&middot; Represent HSOR at Head Start related internal and or community meetings as requested.Reliability&middot; Keep good classroom records: including observations and anecdotes, collections of children&rsquo;s works, assessments, and records of parent conferences.&middot; Complete 2 home visits and 2 parent conferences per school year and encourage parents to become involved in the program, to volunteer and /or share a talent.&middot; Complete screenings and assessments by identified deadlines.&middot; Know / follow the centers procedures for handling emergencies. (i.e. fire, accidents, and early dismissal)&middot; Arrange and clear all trips with the supervisor.&middot; Report to a supervisor / designee when you leave and upon return to the classroom. (walks /trips)&middot; Be prompt for work and follow policies related to absences, lateness and/or illness.&middot; Follow the Head Start Code of Conduct and confidentiality policy.&middot; Attend education, teacher and staff meetings.&middot; Follow guidelines for the Office of Children and Family Services Day Care Regulations&middot; Participate in program evaluations and activities.&middot; Other duties as assigned by the supervisorRequirements:&middot; Bachelor Degree/Master&rsquo;s Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred&middot; Bachelor Degree in Education with ECE concentration&middot; Bachelor Degree in unrelated area with at least 18 credits in ECE and early childhood experience&middot; NYS Provisional or Permanent Teacher Certification or NYS Initial Certificate B-2 (Required for UPK classes)&middot; Good writing and communication skills&middot; Computer skills a plus&middot; Valid NYS Driver&rsquo;s License may be required for positionJob Type: Full-timePay: From $20.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Teaching: 1 year (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Spring Valley, NY 10977 (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Relocate:<ul><li>Spring Valley, NY 10977: Relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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