The Floater Lead Teacher is a supportive team member, accountable for continuing to support children when others are absent. This individual is responsible for covering breaks, assisting classroom teachers, and keeping a clean classroom environment. This individual is expected to provide guidance, training, and assistance in the classroom and throughout the center. The Floater Teacher - Lead is assigned to a classroom as needed and must be ready to shift to another classroom and/or environment as the situation requires. This individual will assist teaching staff with the implementation of the curriculum in the classroom. The Floater Teacher - Lead reports to the Assistant Director and regularly consults with the Assistant Director to address risks and issues.
The Floater Teacher - Lead may be asked to step in long term to cover a Lead Teacher extended absence. At that time, the Floater Teacher - Lead would cover responsibilities outlined in the Lead Teacher job description, such as lesson planning, parent communication/conferences, etc. Starting salary is in the range of $48,153 to $56,650 per year, based on expertise.

Responsibilities:

Monitoring child attendance
Greeting children and parents pleasantly and appropriately and ensuring a smooth transition into the classroom
Following lesson plans
Working with Lead and Associate teachers on lesson planning
Assisting in the preparation of instructional materials and learning aides
Supervising children and providing guidance to them on tasks
Promoting social, emotional, and language development of children in the classroom
Supporting screenings, assessments, and ongoing evaluation of child's developmental level of progress
Assisting in implementing specialized learning plans for students (Individual Education Plan IEPs etc.)
Assisting in tracking child progress
Maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment through continued awareness of classroom activities
Keeping equipment and materials necessary for activities in good condition
Understanding CHS performance standards
Upholding CHS standards and procedures within the classroom
Attending teaching workshops and meetings
Giving feedback to staff where applicable
Collaborating with other members of the teaching staff to understand lesson plans and classroom expectations
Acting as a role model in the classroom and assisting with classroom duties as needed
Maintaining confidentiality as it pertains to program, staff, and families
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or Early Childhood Special Education (Bachelor's Degree Preferred)
List C certification in the PA ECE Career Pathway (preferred)
3+ years of experience in a similar role
Experience and knowledge in Early Childhood
Education program and teaching standards, including code of ethics - NAEYC standards preferred
Familiar with inquiry-based and project approach learning, as well as PBIS strategies preferred
Demonstrated understanding of and ability to effectively work with low-income families preferred
Comfortability with technology including MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and /or willingness to learn
Excels at engaging with parents/caregivers, including initiating discussions when necessary
Responsible, enthusiastic, and cares about working in a mission-focused organization
Willingness to be held accountable and receive feedback
Exceptional interpersonal skills including the ability to influence, lead, and educate teams
Ability to physically interact with children (e.g., talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, etc.) and lift and or move items of up to 40 pounds
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Ability to proactively identify problems and implement solutions
Commitment to the mission and values of CHS and MHS and demonstrated high degree of integrity as all MHS and CHS staff are considered to be role models for children
U.S. work authorization and successful completion of pre-employment background checks and clearances

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