Lead Teacher
Company: Making Opportunity Count Inc
Location: Leominster
Posted on: October 10, 2024
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Job Description:
About Us: Making Opportunity Count is a non-profit human
services agency dedicated to creating positive change and enhancing
the lives of individuals and families in Central Massachusetts. We
are committed to fostering community growth, providing essential
services, and promoting holistic well-being. Our dynamic team is
driven by a shared passion for making a lasting impact. To learn
more please visit: https://www.mocinc.org/employeebenefits We offer
fantastic benefits sure to enhance your work-life balance and
overall satisfaction For most positions , these benefits will
include: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Company Paid Life
Insurance and Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Account 15
Paid Vacation Days 12 Paid Sick Days 13 Paid Holidays Hybrid Work
Opportunities Student Loan Forgiveness Assistance Tuition Remission
Pet Insurance Employee Discounts Professional Development
Opportunities Immediate 403b Employer Contribution, 100% Vesting on
Day One Other Perks and Benefits: We are partnered with ZayZoon, an
employee benefit that gives you instant access to your wages ahead
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ZayZoon. No need to wait until payday About This Opportunity:
Responsible for planning and implementing a developmentally
appropriate program that contributes to childrens overall growth,
self-esteem and social competence. Develop individual goals for
children, provide on-going assessment on progress and facilitate
transition to pre-school and/or kindergarten. Responsibilities:
Implements the Head Start philosophy and objectives as outlined in
the Head Start Performance Standards, program policies and
procedures, making appropriate decisions regarding emergencies or
unscheduled events Maintain paper and electronic childrens files
according to Program, EEC and Head Start standards. Enter
observation, assessment, case notes, screenings, parent teacher
conferences and other required documentation. Follow up on child
absences and record attendance when family service staff is not
available (school vacations, illness, etc.) Maintain own EEC
personnel file on site including a current physical, immunizations,
qualifications, training certificates. Record all training promptly
in the EEC PQ registry Post all required documents in the
classrooms as indicated in EEC, Head Start standards and program
policies Ensure parent permissions are on file for emergency
release people, releasing of information, etc. Review all childrens
files including medical information for health issues, i.e.,
allergies. Review and follow individual health plans Follow the
programs behavior management plan Interact with children
respectfully and affectionately, fostering positive self-concept
and independence by promoting self-help and problem solving
utilizing goals from Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) as
a guide Provides an environment in which children can learn and
practice behaviors which are appropriate and acceptable
individually and in a group by arranging furniture and equipment,
and classroom materials to meet the changing needs of the children
utilizing the Early Childhood and/or Infant/Toddler Environmental
Rating Scales as a guide. Design and implement a developmentally
appropriate, multi-cultural curriculum that maximizes each childs
opportunity for success utilizing Head Start Early Learning
Frameworks, Program School Readiness Goals, Creative Curriculum
Studies and Teaching Strategies Gold in planning to meet the
standards Give guidance and direction to assistant teachers, aides,
volunteers and student teachers. Share planning, organizing and
implementing the daily program with co-teachers/assistant teachers,
serving as a role model and sharing observations on a daily basis
Use space, material and routine to establish an interesting and
safe environment utilizing E.C.E.R.S. and I.T.E.R.S., that
encourages exploration and learning indoors and out. Actively
participate in outdoor play with children, transporting large
muscle equipment when necessary Assists in housekeeping tasks,
grocery shopping and food preparation in accordance with Head Start
and Child Care Food Program guidelines. Assist in clean-up,
including lifting and transporting food containers, coolers and
dirty dish bins as needed Maintain an open, friendly and
informative relationship with each childs family encouraging
involvement in the program Prepare monthly presentation for parent
meetings attend evening parent meetings or appointments when
scheduled Complete two home visits a year, two parent/teacher
conferences and other parent conferences as needed in the childs
home, taking appropriate measures to ensure a smooth transition
from one classroom or program to another utilizing the programs
transition forms Initiates bi-weekly staff meeting with classroom
team and other support staff to share and discuss relevant
information about children, families and classroom operations Work
cooperatively and maintain professional relationships with
co-workers, supervisors and other Head Start staff to promote
achievement of goals and objectives Complete daily health and
safety checklists and report any safety concerns promptly. Compete
and record monthly fire drills/building evacuation Ensure that all
children are safe and accounted for. All children are in the direct
supervision of a qualified staff member Assumes responsibility to
work independently and meets program time lines to ensure a
well-run classroom Establishing clear objectives for all lessons
and communicating those objectives to children and families
Complies with the Head Start Abuse and Neglect policy Review and
evaluate ones own teaching and learning strategies, methodologies
to align with state standards, Head Start performance standards,
five year program goals, Head Start and Early Head Start.
Participate in at least 20 hours of training per year to comply
with EEC, QRIS and Head Start standards. Enter all training/course
work into Professional Qualification (P.Q.) registry. Renew P.Q.
registry annually Performs other tasks as assigned
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS: Associate Degree working towards
Bachelor Degree Access to reliable transportation Dependable and
Flexible Able to maintain confidentiality Ability to work with
other adults and children Willingness to attend job related
trainings Ability to follow directions Exhibit cultural sensitivity
Bi-lingual staff must be able to speak, write and read in two
languages, and assist with translations as necessary. Fulfillment
of all specific health and safety requirements (staff physical
every two years, with evidence of Monteux and MMR test, OSHA, first
aid and CPR) Must have a suitable Background Record Check (BCR)
Must be in good physical and mental health and be able to lift
children and/or work related equipment, walk, bend, sit on floor
and climb stairs Follow MOC policies and procedures as described in
the Staff Handbook and Personnel Policies as well as the Head Start
Program Performance Standards and Dept. of Early Education and Care
regulations Must pass the reliable rater test and keep
certification valid within the first year of employment for the
programs assessment system in English (and Spanish if a bilingual
teacher) At Making Opportunity Count, we deeply value our culture
and are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels
valued and empowered. This is evident through: Our non-profit
Environment: Our values driven work atmosphere focuses on making a
meaningful impact in our community. Our shared commitment to
service develops a uniquely supportive culture. Championing
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We actively promote and celebrate
diversity in all forms by embracing diverse perspectives,
backgrounds, and experiences while ensuring equitable opportunities
for all employees to thrive. Career Advancement: Our employees
growth is paramount. We offer comprehensive training programs,
mentorship, and advancement opportunities to assist employees in
the pursuit of their career goals. We believe in the potential of
people and the power of diversity to drive innovation and success.
We encourage all applicants to apply, even if you do not meet every
listed requirement. Your unique experiences and perspectives are
what help us shape the future of Making Opportunity Count. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected
veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
People of color, members of Tribal Nations and Native communities,
LGBTQ-identified people, gender-nonconforming people, people with
disabilities, veterans, and people who speak a language in addition
to English are strongly encouraged to apply. Compensation details:
20.02-27.65 Hourly Wage PIe999c2c42410-31181-35651610
Keywords: Making Opportunity Count Inc, Bristol , Lead Teacher, Education / Teaching , Leominster, Connecticut
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