Early Childhood Education Infant and Toddler Head Teacher
Job Description
About This Role
Date of Availability: current
LEARN, southeastern Connecticut's Regional Educational Service Center, invites applicants to join their team as a full-time Early Childhood Education (ECE) Head Teacher at Creating Connections Early Learning Center in Waterford, Connecticut.
Key Responsibilities
The ECE Head Teacher is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating a program that supports the development of children aged six weeks to three years, ensuring adherence to Center policies, state regulations, and professional standards.
Reports to: Early Childhood Education Site Coordinator
What You'll Do
Program Planning and Implementation
- Develop and implement age-appropriate activities that meet the needs of children, ensuring alignment with NAEYC standards and Center policy.
- Identify and address each child’s developmental needs through differentiated instruction.
Staff Supervision and Mentorship
- Supervise and mentor teachers, staff support, and classroom volunteers, ensuring adherence to planned activities, hygiene, and safety standards.
- Mentor and coach support staff to implement developmentally appropriate lessons, activities, and environments.
- Provide feedback to the Site Coordinator for formal evaluations of teachers and support staff.
Compliance and Safety
- Oversee classroom setup, equipment, and materials to ensure compliance with state licensing requirements, NAEYC accreditation standards, health and safety regulations, and CDC guidelines.
- Ensure that all activities and operations align with Center policies, NAEYC standards, and state regulations.
Parent and Family Engagement
- Engage parents through regular discussions, progress reports, and scheduled conferences to foster partnerships and open communication.
Record Keeping and Documentation
- Maintain accurate records, forms, and files in compliance with Center policies and regulatory standards.
Team Collaboration and Coordination
- Facilitate weekly meetings with teachers and support staff to review curriculum planning, student observations, and foster effective communication.
- Collaborate with the Site Coordinator weekly to discuss classroom management and address program issues.
Professional Development
- Develop a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
- Attend workshops and participate in staff meetings, projects, and departmental events to stay current in early childhood education.
Additional Responsibilities
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Education
- Current ECE certification/Special Education or ECTC (Early Childhood Teacher Credential) Bachelor level only; traditional college route or IRR (Individual Review Route) or bachelor’s degree specifically in ECE.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
- Medication Administration and Epi-Pen Certificate.
Experience
- Minimum of 3-5 years of professional childcare experience.
Special Skills
- 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.
Physical / Health / Other Requirements
- Must clear a full background check and pass health screening.
- Must be able to lift and/or carry a child up to 50 lbs.
- Minimum of 18 years of age.
This position will remain open until December 13, 2024, or until a qualified candidate accepts an offer of employment. LEARN Regional Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer.
