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About the Role

Join Harbor in making a difference in the lives of children. The Head Teacher is responsible for planning and executing a program that addresses the educational, social development, and health needs of children, while actively supervising classroom staff and participating in age-appropriate activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute a program considering educational, social development, and health needs of children.
• Actively supervise Associate Teacher, Assistant Teacher, Aides, and Substitute Teacher.
• Physically lift and carry children and participate in age-appropriate activities.
• Develop a program of developmentally appropriate practices.
• Uphold Harbor's philosophy and policies regarding health & safety, nutrition, and regulations.
• Actively implement age-appropriate The Creative Curriculum.
• Respect the confidential nature of information about parents, children, and staff.
• Support and participate in active outdoor time.
• Plan with classroom staff and keep them informed about meetings, events, and training.
• Report difficulties concerning classroom staff supervision to the Assistant Director/Director.
• Supervise children or designate qualified personnel in absence, informing Assistant Teacher/Director.
• Support and actively participate in active work time.
• Collaborate with Assistant Director/Director regarding children with special needs.
• Foster positive parent relationships through respectful communication and daily notes.
• Use Contact Notes for staff and parent concerns.
• Attend and participate in parent/teacher meetings.
• Discuss professional performance objectively during supervisor conferences.
• Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and workshops.
• Attend weekly planning meetings with the Education Director or Program Director.

Requirements

• Must have experience working with infants ages 18 months to 36 months.
• Must have availability between 7am and 6pm.
• 1-2 years of experience preferred.

Skills

• Early Childhood Education

Location

• Uniondale, NY

Work Type

• Full Time

Experience Level

• 1-2 years preferred

Education Level

• H.S. Diploma or GED
• CDA
• AA/BA/MA in Early Childhood Education

Salary/Compensations

• $18.50 - $20.00 Hourly

Benefits

• Discounted child care
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Accident
• Life
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick/Time Off

About the Company

• Join Harbor in making a difference in the lives of children.