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Volunteers of America is looking for a Pre-K Lead Teacher with experience who loves to work for a cause!
Full time, Salaried, 10 month position.
Our Mission: To enable people in our community to break the cycle of poverty and to reach their full potential.
Our Values: Compassion * Respect * Integrity * Teamwork * Excellence
JOB SUMMARY: The Lead Teacher provides for all aspects of care and education in the classroom. TheLead Teacher ensures that developmentally appropriate activities are provided, that appropriate assessment of childrenâs progress is completed, and that appropriate standards or regulations are followed. Additionally, Lead Teachermakes sure that each childâs individual needs are met. The Lead Teacher is required to implement the approved program specific curriculum as mandated by the Rochester City School District. The teacher is also responsible for integrating the curriculum performance standards in the overall management of the classroom, including promoting social, physical, and intellectual growth, and providing a safe, healthy environment for the enrolled children.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILTIES:
Provide active, fully engaged supervision of the children at all times.
Provide developmentally appropriate activities and experiences to facilitate the childrenâs development in multiple areas.
Ensure that the classroom meets each childâs social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs.
Ensure that child assessments and screenings are completed.
Schedule and conduct individual parent-teacher conferences according to VOA schedule, communicate on a regular basis with parents/guardian to build mutual
Maintain classroom cleanliness and compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including state regulations, accreditation standards, and Head Start performance standards
Attend meetings as needed and follow and implement the goals from, Public Schools or Early Intervention for children with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
Implement strategies from the Mental Health/Behavioral Specialist for children with social-emotional or behavioral issues.
Organize and Implement developmentally appropriate lessons and activities reinforcing educational goals, attending to the individual needs of the children
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Creative, nurturing, organized, energetic and flexible personality
Professionalism and exemplary work ethic.
Knowledge of NYS OCFS regulations.
Valid NYS Teaching Certification (Birth-Grade 2, N-6, or Students with Disabilities Birth-Grade 2) required
Bachelorâs Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required
Masterâs Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field* preferred*
Experience with implementation of High Scope Curriculum preferred
Minimum of one year of classroom experience required
Upon hire, must pass criminal and child abuse background checks.
VOA offers a comprehensive benefits package:
Competitive Pay
Paid Time Off
Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Company Paid Life & LTD Insurance
403(b), & more!
VOA is an equal opportunity employer.
