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Town of Enfield

Lead Head Teacher

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A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.

$40,793 / year median in Connecticut

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview Lead Head Teacher - Enfield Child Development Center Are you an experienced educator who is ready to take the next step into a leadership role? The Town of Enfield Child Development Center (ECDC) is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Lead Head Teacher to join our leadership team. This position combines hands-on work with children with the opportunity to lead, mentor and support teaching staff throughout ECDC's programs. The Lead Head Teacher plays an important role in creating engaging, developmentally appropriate programming while helping staff grow professionally and ensuring consistent, high-quality practices throughout the Center. What You'll Do Lead the development and implementation of engaging, age-appropriate programming Support children's academic, social and emotional development Supervise and provide guidance to teachers, teacher assistants and teacher aides Mentor teaching staff across ECDC programs in curriculum, behavior management and assessment practices Develop and coordinate staff schedules to support program needs and appropriate classroom coverage Model effective teaching and positive behavior-management strategies Support staff in creating strong, consistent classroom environments Build positive relationships with children and families Lead and participate in staff meetings and professional development Maintain required program records, lesson plans, action plans, attendance and other documentation Help ensure compliance with State of Connecticut child care licensing requirements and applicable national standards (NAEYC). Collaborate with ECDC leadership, families and community partners We're Looking for
Someone Who:
Has strong experience working with children in an early childhood, school-age, education or youth-development setting Is a confident leader and supportive mentor who can help other educators grow Brings creativity, energy and new ideas to programming Has strong organizational skills and can effectively coordinate staffing and daily program needs Communicates well with children, families, staff and leadership Understands the importance of consistency, teamwork and positive relationships Is ready to take an active leadership role in an established, high-quality child development program If you're an experienced educator who enjoys working with children but is also ready to lead, mentor and help strengthen a team, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply at www.enfield-ct.gov
Pay:
$62,823.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person