Preschool Head Teacher
$40,976–$44,720 year
On-siteCobleskill, New York, United States
Job Summary
Lead the classroom team in developing and implementing daily lesson plans that promote the cognitive, physical, and social-emotional needs of 3-5 year olds. Provide supervision to all staff and volunteers, conduct developmental screenings within 45 days of enrollment, and use data to plan individualized learning experiences. Establish positive relationships with parents through home visits, conferences, and regular communication via phone, email, and Class Dojo. Incorporate health practices such as handwashing and allergy management into daily routines while maintaining a safe, clean environment. Implement trauma-informed behavior support strategies and collaborate with families and therapists to address individual education and family support plan goals. Complete all assigned duties, including safety checks and professional development, in accordance with agency policies and Head Start Performance Standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred, or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, or equivalent course work or a current CDA appropriate for the age with a waiver approved by the Office of Head Start
- Experience working with young children
- OCFS Comprehensive Clearance
- Physical with Mantoux Tuberculin test
- Valid New York Driver's License
- Ability to perform physical weight bearing demands as related to the required job tasks
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field with equivalent course work perferred
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