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Early Learning Center Head Teacher (Preschool)

New Beginnings Early Learning Center
$38,334 - $45,920 a year
Bristol, Connecticut
Full time
1 week ago
Summary

Head Teacher Toddler position responsible for implementing high-quality early childhood education programs aligned with Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS) and Documentation and Observation for Teaching System (DOTS). Create and maintain a developmentally appropriate learning environment that promotes social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development for preschool-aged children.

Duties

Curriculum and Instruction

  • Design and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with CT ELDS
  • Utilize DOTS for ongoing assessment and documentation of children's development
  • Create lesson plans incorporating multiple teaching methods and experiential learning
  • Modify teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs
  • Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects
  • Lead activities promoting physical, mental, and social development through games, arts, music, storytelling, and field trips
  • Support emerging literacy through regular reading activities and language development
  • Foster development of basic skills including color, shape, number, and letter recognition

Classroom Management

  • Create and maintain a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment
  • Arrange indoor and outdoor spaces to facilitate creative play and motor skill development
  • Establish and enforce consistent rules and procedures for maintaining positive behavior
  • Prepare and organize age-appropriate materials and equipment
  • Supervise and support teacher assistants and volunteers
  • Maintain proper inventory of classroom supplies and materials

Assessment and Documentation

  • Implement DOTS assessment system to track student progress
  • Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by state regulations
  • Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
  • Prepare regular progress reports and documentation
  • Identify children showing signs of developmental concerns and implement appropriate interventions

Family and Professional Collaboration

  • Communicate regularly with families regarding child progress and development
  • Partner with families to support children's learning and development
  • Collaborate with teaching team and specialists to support children with special needs
  • Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities
  • Contribute to program development and evaluation
  • Maintain professional competence through ongoing training

Health and Safety

  • Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations
  • Support children's development of self-help skills and personal hygiene
  • Follow proper procedures for meals and snacks
  • Maintain clean and sanitized learning environments
  • Implement proper health and safety protocol

Requirements
  • A current CDA plus 12 or more ECE credits
  • Or
  • A Bachelor degree or higher specific to an early childhood concentration from any regionally accredited higher education
  • institution
  • OR
  • A current Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) appropriate Early Childhood Certification Endorsement
  • OR
  • A Bachelor degree specific to an early childhood concentration from the OEC Approved College Listing AND a B level ECTC (Early Childhood Teacher Credential)
  • OR
  • A Bachelor degree in any other field AND 12 credits or more in early childhood or child development from any college not listed on the approved list; AND successful completion of the B level Early Childhood Teacher Credential
  • (ECTC) Individual Review Route

Nice To Haves
  • Brightwheel software
  • Children's educational software
  • Desktop computers
  • Educational board games
  • Educational puzzles
  • Educational toys
  • Google Workspace
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Word
  • High energy.
  • Ability to work well with others.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
  • An understanding of child development.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
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