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West Hartford Extended Experience
Child Care Head Teacher
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What they do
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
Job Description
Must have a Head Teacher certificate for school aged children. Responsible for all aspects of the program including but not limited to activity planning, creating a safe and fun atmosphere, communicating with families and building personnel, familiarity with state regulations and record keeping.