Preschool Teachers
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Preschool Teachers

Lead Preschool/toddler Teachers
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plan and implement learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of children, including improving children�s readiness for school by developing their literacy and phonemic, print and numeracy awareness; and their understanding and use of language including an increasingly complex and varied vocabulary, appreciation of books, and problem solving abilities.

2. Ensure that lesson plans include large and small group activities; that curriculum is developmentally appropriate, anti-bias, and respectful of diversity and promotes the self-esteem of each child.

3. Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment in compliance with ACF and EEC health and safety and sanitary regulations.

4. Screen children within 45 days of enrollment; observe and assess children on an ongoing basis and monitor children�s progress over time; using this information, vary teaching materials, techniques and methods in order to accommodate each child�s unique strengths, interests and needs.

5. Support the social and emotional development of children; encourage the involvement of Head Start families and support the development of relationships between children and their families.

6. Observe, document, supervise and evaluate classroom staff as designated by the Education Specialist.

7. Participate in staff, team and supervision meetings; complete training hours annually as required by EEC regulations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour