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GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB :
Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, a Lead Teacher is responsible for interacting with children, stimulating their interests, and contributing to their social, emotional, cognitive and physical development.
This position is responsible for designing and implementing an environment that provides developmentally appropriate curriculum according to NAEYC and High / Scope guidelines.
The Lead Teacher maintains a safe and healthy environment for the children and positive relationships with families, children and co-workers.
The Lead Teacher over sees the classroom work of the Associate Teachers and Pool in the classroom and guides work as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive;
employees will perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and / or hospital administration as required.
- Maintains utmost level of confidentiality at all times.
- Adheres to hospital policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates business practices and personal actions that are ethical and adhere to corporate compliance and integrity guidelines.
- Completes documentation and record keeping.
EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :
REQUIRED :
- o Must be 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED
- o Meet federal as well as Texas State Requirements and maintain credentials for the position
- o Excellent communication skills
- o Experience with computers, including Microsoft Word and the internet
- o An AA in Early Childhood Education and one-year related experience (Student Teaching practicum is equal to one year experience) or an equivalent combination.
PREFERRED :
- o An AA degree in Early Childhood and two years' experience including experience with the NAEYC Accreditation process.