head teacher

Little Sunshine’s Playhouse

<div>Description:

We are seeking a Head Teacher to join our team at Little Sunshine&rsquo;s Playhouse and Preschool of West Omaha, NE!
We are looking for a leader who is interested in&hellip;<ul><li>
Joining a company that provides an encouraging environment for our educators, thus the very best educational experience to young learners.</li><li>
Growing their career within the industry</li></ul>
All applicants must:<ul><li>
Be able to work full-time and be flexible with scheduling &ndash; NO NIGHTS, NO WEEKENDS!</li><li>
Meets and exceeds all state Child Care Licensing requirements.</li><li>
Has previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields, preferred.</li><li>
Possess a teamwork mindset, strong communication skills, organization skills, and problem-solving ability.</li><li>
Has the ability to build rapport with children, families, and peers</li></ul>
Are you a leader who loves making a difference? You will fit right in! As a leadership team member at Little Sunshine&rsquo;s Playhouse, you will provide a positive and encouraging environment for the educators at your location. You provide support as they work to successfully implement our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, Creatively Shine.
Requirements:
<ul><li>Manage all responsibilities outlined for the Lead Teacher. In some schools, Head Teachers are also Lead Teachers (assigned to a classroom).</li><li>
Intentionally focus on supporting staff in the classroom through:</li><li>
Mentoring: share your knowledge, skills, and experience regarding best practices, the Reggio Emilia approach, state licensing requirements, and LSP policy and procedure. Provide encouraging, positive, intentional training opportunities by identifying areas of classroom improvement. Guide all LSP teachers regarding appropriate classroom setup, parent-teacher conferences, portfolios, curriculum, lesson planning, LuvNotes&reg;, and classroom-related questions as needed.</li><li>
Modeling: engaging both students and teachers in the classroom by engaging and showing them how to perform a skill while explaining the rationale behind each step to the teacher regarding the Reggio Emilia approach, state licensing requirements, and LSP policy and procedure. Assist LSP teachers regarding appropriate classroom setup, parent-teacher conferences, portfolios curriculum, lesson planning, LuvNotes&reg;, and classroom-related questions as needed.</li><li>
Remember! The Classroom is the 3rd Teacher: Have an ethical position of leaving the classroom better than you found it, do no harm! Remember to provide thoughtful and positive feedback in a timely, professional, and caring manner; after all each staff member is the reason you are here!</li><li>
Intentionally focus on family relationships through:</li><li>
Taking time to learn each child&rsquo;s name as well as their guardians' name.</li><li>
Taking time to learn and show genuine interest in our children and families.</li><li>
Thoughtfully and positively provide feedback in a timely, professional, and caring manner while remembering that each child is the reason you are here and needed.</li><li>
Participate in monthly Head Teacher Training conducted by the home office.</li></ul>
The following outlines the secondary job responsibilities within the school:<ul><li>
Assist the program director, and assistant director with completing onboarding for new staff members as necessary.</li><li>
Assist the program director and assistant director in completing campus-wide inspections as necessary.</li><li>
Assist in actively engaging staff members on the community page on Paylocity.</li><li>
Assist in opening and closing the center, for example, 6 am-8 am / 5:30 pm-6:30 pm with the program director's guidance and by state and LSP policy and procedures.</li><li>
Assist in answering school phones in a courteous, relatable, and professional manner.</li><li>
Assist prospective families in scheduling admissions calls or tours.</li></ul>
The foregoing description is for example only and is not exhaustive. Job responsibilities may evolve with the position. #INDElkhornsouth</div>

Preschool Head Teacher

University of Miami

<div>Current Employees:
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The Department of Psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences has an excellent opportunity for a temporary Head Teacher to work in Miami, FL.
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Assist FT CARD staff in supervision of all classroom personnel (teachers/counselors)
</li><li>Responsible for developing all academic curriculum to be used in camp activities (e.g., reading, science, social skills)
</li><li>Assist in data collection and reporting for grant purposes (outcome measures, attendance)
</li><li>Provide small group differentiated reading instruction to campers who score below reading level
</li></ul>This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s in Exceptional Student Education
</li><li>Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience. Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.
</li><li>Certified teacher in elementary education (Florida teaching certification)
</li><li>Experience developing curriculum - this position will be responsible for developing
</li></ul>Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.
The University of Miami is recognized as one of the nation&rsquo;s premier research institutions and academic health systems and is among the largest employers in South Florida.
With more than 20,000 faculty and staff, the University is committed to excellence and guided by a mission to positively impact the lives of students, patients, and communities locally and globally.
We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully. United by shared values, the University community works together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Temporary-Intermittent</div>

Head Teacher - Psychology - CARD Camp

Watson & Moore Learning Academy

A Lead Teacher, or Head Teacher, is a teacher who provides guidance and mentorship to other teachers in their grade level or subject. Their duties include writing lesson plans, managing classroom behavior and providing love, structure, and support for the children in their classroom.Watson &amp; Moore Learning Academy provided the following inclusive hiring information:We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.<ul><li>Fully or partially paid childcare</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)</li><li>Teaching: 1 year (Required)</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Preschool Lead Teacher

Happy Time Nursery School

Summary 
 
URGENT NEED We are searching for a creative toddler teacher who loves to do art, sensory and science with our little learners. We want a teacher who has experience creating curriculum and activities to keep our youngest children engaged and learning. We are a faith and play based school serving children infants through heading off to kindergarten. We are a Christian School-part of a local church. 
 
Duties 
 
Develop age appropriate lessons and activities. 
Build relationships with the children and families. 
Nurture and love our little ones with the love of Jesus. 
Strong classroom management to prevent behaviors. 
 
Requirements 
 
Experience with children aged infants through 2 years. 
ECE education preferred. 
Must be at least 20 years old. 
Have a strong Christian character and love the Lord. 
Must be able to read, write and speak English. 
Need the ability to take the children for walks, running after if necessary. 
Must be able to bend over and lift children up to the diaper changing station. 
Clear background and fingerprint check. 
 
Nice To Haves 
 
Bonus** Certified Head Teacher (pay increase!) 
CPR, First Aid and Epi-Pen trained 
 
Benefits 
 
Generous time off policy. 
Weekly pay. 
Pay based on experience.

Toddler Teacher

SPARK,LLC-Little Learners

We are seeking a full time teacher for our Waddler/Toddler room. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years experience with toddlers 1- years old. The requirements would include, but is not limited to: having a nurturing personality, ability to create new learning experiences, fostering strong parent partnership, and aiding in developing children's social, cognitive, emotional, and physical development. Must have the ability to work independently and under direct supervision. Must be able to collaborate with co-teacher and provide an educational circle time, planning and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans and assist with potty training.Starting pay is based on experience and education. CDA/Head Teacher certificate is a plus and willing to pay additional for applicants with these credentials or Degrees in Early Childhood/Teaching. Only serious applicants apply, reliable transportation needed.Job Type: Full-timePay: $16.94 - $22.00 per hourEducation:<ul><li>High school or equivalent (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Toddler Teacher (1-3 year old classrooms)

Mid Willamette Valley Community Action Agency

<div>Join our Head Start team! The Head Start Teacher works with children to promote their growth in the areas of social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development.
** Now offering a $1,500 hiring incentive bonus for new Preschool Teachers hired!
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Head Start Teacher works in partnership with Teacher Assistants and Classroom Aides to promote the growth of preschool children in the areas of social-emotional, physical, cognitive and language development. Involves families in every aspect of their child's education, including facilitating parent involvement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
High School Diploma or GED; and
</li><li>Associate Teacher: Pre-School Certificate or CDA, and enrollment in an Early Childhood Degree program.</li><li>
Teacher I: Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related degree with a minimum of 18 credit hours of Early Learning coursework.
</li><li>Teacher II: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related degree with a minimum of 18 credit hours of Early Learning coursework.
</li><li>Two years of experience in early childhood programs.</li></ul>
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS<ul><li>
Driver qualifications are not required for this position.</li><li>
Successful registration with the Central Background Registry of the Child Care Division.</li><li>
CPR/First Aid Certification or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.</li><li>
Food Handlers Card or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.</li><li>
Candidate must pass pre-employment physical examination, renewable every two years.</li><li>
Candidate must pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings.</li></ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
<ul><li>Demonstrates tact, diplomacy and empathy when communicating with clients, staff and community partners.</li><li>
Demonstrated proficiencies with Microsoft Office (including Outlook), videoconferencing platforms, and web tools.</li><li>
Effective interpersonal communication skills, in both oral and written form.</li></ul>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.
Classroom<ul><li>
Ensures safety in the classroom at all times, with active supervision of children, utilizing the transition and counting form and procedure. Ensures children are released only to parent/guardians or authorized adults.</li><li>
Records children's daily attendance, working with site team to determine the cause of absences.</li><li>
Provides for the development of children's cognitive, physical, social-emotional and language skills through implementation of curriculum, lesson planning and individualization.</li><li>
Conducts developmental and social-emotional screenings for each child, with input from parents. Provides follow up to concerns, including the provision of resources, or referrals for children with identified developmental or social-emotional needs.</li><li>
Provides a safe environment for children/groups of children during classroom time utilizing Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) strategies and Trauma Smart concepts. Maintains an acceptable and positive level of guidance in individual and group situations reacting to emergency situations with competence and a calm attitude.</li><li>
Partners with Education and Inclusion &amp; Support staff, families, and Willamette Education Services district staff to ensure the full participation of children receiving Early Intervention or Early Childhood Special Education Services.
</li><li>Utilizes strategies provided by Education and Inclusion &amp; Support staff regarding the social-emotional needs or mental health concerns of children.</li><li>
Conducts and records child observations to utilize in setting goals, individualizing and completing assessments.
</li><li>Creates lesson plans utilizing a variety of curricula to address children's individual goals, taking into account each child's characteristics, strengths, and needs.</li></ul>
Office/Paperwork
<ul><li>Effectively uses ChildPlus and applicable databases to enter or obtain information.</li><li>
Completes regular child assessments, using information obtained from child observations. Shares information with program administration and parents.
</li><li>Conducts a minimum of two home visits and two education conferences per year.</li><li>
Completes Ouch Reports and Accident Reports when a child is injured at school, providing parent with appropriate paperwork for insurance if child will receive medical attention.
</li><li>Documents all conversations with parents/guardians or other relevant individuals in ChildPlus Family Documentation Log.
</li><li>Completes required paperwork to initiate support for child/family needs.
</li><li>Uses office time efficiently to make and receive parent phone calls, order supplies, preparing children's work to go home, preparing materials for activities, and other office work as needed.</li><li>
Verifies and submits weekly Meal Counts and Attendance forms.</li></ul>
Staff Development/Meetings
<ul><li>Attends a variety of classes, workshops, seminars, pre-service training and other Head Start Teacher trainings, and keeps current on developments in early childhood education, and developmentally appropriate practices.</li><li>
Attends a variety of meetings including individual reflection meetings, region meetings, site team meetings, debriefing after observations, IFSP meetings, Skill-Building Plan meetings, and other meetings as necessary.</li><li>
Keeps current on and complies with program and agency policies and procedures, Head Start Performance Standards, and other applicable regulations.</li><li>
Attends and contributes to child/family staffing meetings.</li></ul>
Parent Involvement<ul><li>
Provides regular opportunities for parent participation by training parents who volunteer in the classroom.</li><li>
Participates in planning for and implementing monthly parent meetings.
</li><li>Participates in classroom orientations at the beginning of the school year.</li><li>
Provides tools, resources and opportunities for parents to engage with their children utilizing developmentally appropriate practices.
</li><li>Develops and maintains relationships with parents/guardians, to ensure consistent and frequent communication.</li></ul>
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
There are no supervisory duties in this position.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.<ul><li>
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.</li><li>
Regularly lift and/or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
</li><li>Ability to move about the workspace.</li><li>
Ability to reach and/or extend to access materials or equipment.</li><li>
Incidental driving tasks may be requested for employees with a personal vehicle and proof of current auto insurance.</li><li>
Ability to evacuate children from the classroom in an emergency.
</li></ul>WORK ENVIRONMENT
<ul><li>Mostly indoor classroom environment.
</li><li>Frequent indoor and outdoor supervision of children, including high-needs children who exhibit difficult behaviors.</li></ul> 
OUR MISSION: MWVCAA invests in people and their futures to reduce the impacts of poverty.
Our Vision: We envision a just future, where our communities are empowered to reach positive outcomes and everyone is respected for their infinite worth. 
**Enrollment in the Central Background Registry is beneficial if you are even considering working with children in the State of Oregon, since it will be required before you can start a position. Enrollment is free and it is recommended that you start now as the process can take time. Start enrollment online at: oregonearlylearning.com
MWVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, veterans, and people with disabilities or any other protected category. We welcome all people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process, or reasonable accommodations to perform the essential duties of the position, please notify a member of our team at (503) 585-6232.
***This is a partial list of essential duties and responsibilities. To review the full job description, download below.
**Conditions apply for the Hiring Incentive
If you need ADA accommodations to apply for MWVCAA job openings, please contact Human Resources at HR@mwvcaa.org or call 503-585-6232 to ask for a HR Team Member</div>

Preschool Teacher - Head Start - Dallas

GEMS Education

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 We are looking to appoint an outstanding Head of EYFS to join the team for August 2026. The post holder will be responsible for supporting the schools Vision and Mission as well as all policies, academic standards and pastoral support in the Primary school.
 
 
 This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced educator looking to further their career within a globally respected organisation and a world-class international school.
 
 
 At GEMS Education, teaching is more than a profession - it&rsquo;s a career pathway. Our teachers benefit from access to extensive professional development opportunities, ongoing leadership training, and the chance to grow within one of the world&rsquo;s largest and most established education networks. With many of our senior leaders progressing from within, joining GEMS means becoming part of a community that invests in your long-term success.
 
 
 The Head of EYFS, will take a significant role in:
 
 
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 Embracing and encouraging the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
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 Ensuring high academic standards in the Early Years school with the school's desire for all students to be the best they can, as well as a commitment to the UAE National Agenda targets.
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 Formulating the aims and objectives of the school
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 <li>
 Establishing policies for achieving these aims and objectives
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 Managing staff and resources to that end
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 Monitoring progress towards the achievement of the school&rsquo;s aims and objectives
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 Managing budgets and undertaking teaching and other professional duties as reasonably delegated by the Principal.
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 Assist in shaping &amp; implementing the educational strategy for the school.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Skills
 
 
 
 A fully certified teacher, holding a B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent
 
 
 Passionate about providing outstanding teaching and learning
 
 
 Highly experienced in the National Curriculum for England
 
 
 Efficient in people development and have proven leadership and communication abilities
 
 
 
 GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
 
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Head of EYFS

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