Description
TITLE: EARLY CHILDHOOD CLASSROOM LEAD
CONTRACT TERMS: 10 months
SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Classified Salary Scale – Group C
$15.25
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
To demonstrate a caring and understanding relationship with parents and students and maintain a positive working relationship with the Director and staff. Will supervise children at all times and plan and implement early childhood curriculum. Will provide a safe and enriched early childhood atmosphere.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Supervises students at all times;
Plans and implements early childhood curriculum as directed by the Director;
Provides individual and group learning opportunities that support and reinforce skills and concepts;
Provides enriched and remedial assistance, as needed;
Maintains a positive classroom atmosphere that generates trust, collaboration and caring;
Follows rules and regulations from all state and federal agencies that regulate early childhood facilities;
Maintains good communication and positive relations with parents;
Maintains accurate records and assessment data regarding student progress;
Understands the Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) for all special education students being served in the classroom;
Works collaboratively with the special education teacher responsible for the implementation of student IEP’s;
Participates in child study meetings and/or IEP meetings as directed by the special education teacher; and
Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by the Director.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree preferred;
- Must meet Childcare Licensing standards for teacher-caregiver, including 18 years of age or older, plus written documentation to substantiate one of the requirements outlined below (1-3):
- 1) High school diploma or GED and 6 months of childcare experience;
- 2) N.A.C., C.D.A., C.C.P., or C.P.C. credential; OR
- 3) An Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the areas of early childhood, child development, or closely related field.
- Ability to communicate and work well with staff and parents.
TIME MANAGEMENT: Must plan two to twelve weeks in advance.
STRESS MANAGEMENT: Moderate degree of stress, with some deadlines
PUBLIC CONTACT: Interacts with students, staff and parents. Willingness to participate in center events
LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY: Must use strong judgment in performing job; has access to confidential records; must participate in 18 professional development hours in early childhood education or related field per year.
EVALUATION PROCEDURE: In accordance with Governing Board policy
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: Sahuarita Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex or disability in admission or access to , or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Director SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply online.