Child Development Center (CDC) Lead Teacher (Certified)

JOB SUMMARY

The CDC Lead Teacher will serve as a leader in the classroom, directing Teaching Assistants in specific assignments and daily responsibilities. Responsible for supervising and ensuring the safety and well-being of the children at all times, being alert for the needs and/or problems of the children as individuals and as a group. The Lead Teacher will be familiar with and follow all CDC policies and lead Assistant Teachers though the daily curriculum.

DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Overall performance rating of below indicated essential job duties: Responsible for the daily planning and execution of all classroom activities as well as outdoor play and time in the gym. Coordinate room decoration with seasonal/theme related bulletin boards, photographs, children's art work and other appropriate displays. Aware of State and local health department regulated polices and maintains compliance in the classroom as well as supports other areas of the CDC. Assists Housekeeping by cleaning classroom counters, cabinets, tables/chairs. Sweeps and mops classroom as needed. Disinfects toys and learning resources in the classroom. Handle discipline appropriately and promptly and in accordance with stated policy on discipline. Informs leadership of classroom concerns regarding children, families or team members. Maintains communication with parents. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations. Report to Site Director or Administrative Director any cases of suspect child abuse or neglect. Contacts appropriate agencies as outlined in policy. Serves as a role model in maintaining confidentiality regarding children, families and other team members Complete continuting education requirements as required.

EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Minimum requirement: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) CPR and First Aid certified annually Current state criminal record check on file Child Development Associate credential; or associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education; or completion of either within 12-months Preferred qualifications: Previous professional child care or teaching experience

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional classroom environment routinely using standard office equipment such as computers. Occasionally work in outside in mild weather conditions The noise level in this position is usually low to moderate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Occasionally required to maintain in a stationary position (standing or sitting). Frequently required to walk and move about. Frequently required to operate a computer and other equipment. Frequently required to use fine motor skills to handle and operate instruments/devices. Constantly required to lift and/or move items up to 10 pounds. Frequently required to lift and/or move items up to 25 pounds. Occasionally required to lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds. Constantly required to communicate with patients and other care team requiring talking and hearing. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.