Lead Teacher

*CORNING CHILDREN’S CENTER* *107 ARTHUR STREET* *CORNING, NY 14830* *Job Description* *JOB TITLE: Lead Teacher* Supervisor: Age Level Specialist *JOB SUMMARY* Under the supervision of the Age Level Specialists, the Lead Teacher is responsible for creating an environment that promotes the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth of the children in their assigned classroom.
They serve as a team member in developing creative lesson plans and implementing them in their respective classrooms.
The teacher will work in cooperation with the Teacher, Teaching Assistant, and Administrative Staff *EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING* * CDA (Child Development Associate), associate degree, bachelor's or master's degree in early childhood or Related field * Minimum of three months paid or volunteer experience in a childcare setting.
* Knowledge of children’s developmental stages * CPR and First Aid Certification (can be obtained within first 6 months of start of position) *DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES* * Arrive at work, meetings, and training on time.
* Develop, present, and evaluate appropriate lesson plans.
* Supervise all classroom and daily routine activities.
* Direct Teacher/ Teaching Assistant in all daily preparation work and clean up.
* Submit supply requests and work orders to the front desk in a timely fashion.
* Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with parents and other staff members.
* Establish a nurturing relationship with the children in your classroom and serve as a positive role model.
* Ability to plan, manage and evaluate curriculum.
* Direct Teacher and Teaching Assistant in completing Assessments of children * Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related software, including Procare software * Responsible for all Licensing requirements * Maintains and models ambitious standards of professional confidentiality * Will conduct evaluations of Teacher and Teaching Assistant on a yearly basis or as needed * Ability to have performance-based discussions with Teaching Assistants and Teachers for corrective actions.
* Will monitor classroom hours to ensure that staff are working scheduled shifts.
*Physical Requirements* * Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the day * Ability to walk to locations for field trips,etc.
and to lead your classroom to those locations.
* Potential for pushing/pulling strollers, cribs.
* Must be able to lift 35-40lbs at a time.
* Must be able to sit, bend, kneel, or squat throughout the day to be at eye level with children.
* Ability to read written materials, for daily administrative,and classroom purposes.
* Must be able to communicate with children, their parents, and other staff members through verbal and written communication.
* Reaches, carries materials, equipment and supplies for classroom activities, mealtimes, etc.
* Can supervise children in various environments both inside and outside in different weather types.
*Programming Requirements* * Knowledgeable about NYS Licensing Regulations and NAEYC accreditation standards * Arrange space, settings, and materials in the classroom according to the highest standards in ITERS, ECERS rating scales.
* Promote tolerance and foster social responsibility through multicultural and anti-bias programming and environments.
* Organize on-site and community collaborations and field trips ensuring that the highest safety standards are met.
* Ensure all required paperwork is maintained for your classroom, including blue cards, Individual Health Care Plans, Physical forms, Medication Administration, and other paperwork required by licensing.
The Center is open Monday – Friday 7am-6pm, except for designated holidays.
Individual performance appraisals will be completed when a new employee has worked for 3 months and then again when they have been employed 1 year and then annually thereafter.
Goals and plans will be developed at the beginning of each evaluation period.
I have reviewed and understand the above job description.
I can successfully complete these tasks \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_(initial) I am NOT able to successfully complete these tasks \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Signature\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Date\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Print Name\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Supervisor Signature\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_Date\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.
00 - $23.
00 per hour Expected hours: 37 – 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday * No weekends Work Location: In person