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About the Role
We are seeking a Head Teacher to provide a positive and encouraging environment for educators, supporting them in implementing the Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum. The role involves serving as a Teacher Mentor & Coach, working alongside educators to strengthen teaching and learning across the school.
Responsibilities
- Manage all responsibilities outlined for the Lead Teacher.
- Collaborate with the Program Director, Assistant Director, and other Head Teachers to observe classrooms, identify support priorities, plan next steps, and follow up on growth.
- Serve as a consistent mentor and coach to teachers, building trusting relationships to support reflection, growth, and improvement in classroom practice.
- Mentor teachers by sharing knowledge on developmentally appropriate practice, the Reggio Emilia approach, state licensing requirements, and LSP policy and procedure.
- Provide encouraging, positive, intentional coaching opportunities based on classroom observations.
- Guide teachers regarding appropriate classroom setup, parent-teacher conferences, portfolios, curriculum, lesson planning, LuvNotes®, documentation, learning experiences, materials, and classroom-related questions.
- Model effective practices in real classroom moments for both students and teachers, explaining the rationale behind each step.
- Engage students and teachers in the classroom by working alongside educators to demonstrate effective practices.
- Provide thoughtful, specific, and timely feedback to teachers, recognizing strengths and identifying opportunities for growth.
- Work with teachers to determine meaningful next steps and revisit areas of support to ensure coaching translates into changes in classroom practice.
- Support educators in creating thoughtful classroom environments that invite independence, exploration, collaboration, and learning.
- Help teachers intentionally select, organize, rotate, and enrich materials based on children's development, interests, and ongoing learning.
- Learn each child’s name as well as their guardians' name.
- Show genuine interest in children and families.
- Model warm, professional, and responsive communication with families.
- Participate in monthly planning with school leadership and other Head Teachers to identify pressing classroom needs and coordinate support.
- Share responsibility for classroom support based on current needs, individual strengths, and areas of expertise.
- Partner with teachers through observation, conversation, resources, modeling, and hands-on collaboration.
- Follow up throughout the month to recognize progress, adjust support, and help strengthen practice over time.
- Participate in monthly Head Teacher Training and translate professional learning into classroom practice.
- Assist the program director and assistant director with completing onboarding for new staff members.
- Assist the program director and assistant director in completing campus-wide inspections.
- Assist in actively engaging staff members on the community page on Paylocity.
- Assist in opening and closing the center.
- Assist in answering school phones in a courteous, relatable, and professional manner.
- Assist prospective families in scheduling admissions calls or tours.
Requirements
- Able to work full-time and be flexible with scheduling – NO NIGHTS, NO WEEKENDS!
- Meets and exceeds all state Child Care Licensing requirements.
- Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or a related field, with demonstrated growth into leadership responsibilities.
- Possess a teamwork mindset, strong communication skills, organization skills, and problem-solving ability.
- Has the ability to build rapport with children, families, and peers.
- Be reflective, open to feedback, and committed to continued professional growth.
Skills
- Teamwork
- Communication skills
- Organization skills
- Problem-solving ability
- Mentoring
- Coaching
- Observation
- Feedback
- Relationship building
- Professional development
Location
- Four Points Austin, Texas
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Leadership
About the Company
- Little Sunshine’s Playhouse provides an encouraging environment for educators, thus the very best educational experience for young learners.
- Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool member