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Head Teacher

Women In Need, Inc. • New York, NY 11235 • Posted 21 days ago via ZipRecruiter

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In-person • Full-time • $26.22/hr • Mid Level

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The Head Teacher at Women In Need, Inc. is responsible for the complete operation of the classroom, including developing and implementing an age-appropriate child care program and after-school program for pre-school infant/toddler children. This role involves working under the direction of the Director of Children’s Services, supervising Assistant Teachers, and ensuring the implementation and conduct of all educational activities.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curricula which encompass the social/emotional, physical and intellectual needs of the children.
  • Supervise and work closely with Assistant Teachers, providing coaching, training and staff development as needed.
  • Attend program and agency staff meetings, child treatment reviews, case conferences and supervisory sessions.
  • Assist in the creation and implementation of the summer program reflecting the needs of all age groups.
  • Conduct an age-appropriate developmental assessment within three days of moving into the shelter.

Full Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Title of Position: Head Teacher

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Childcare

Reports to: Director of Children’s Services

Salary: $27.01/hr


Positions reporting to this position: Assistant Teachers


Purpose of the Position :

Under the direction of Win’s Director of Children’s Services, the Head Teacher will work with Assistant Teachers to develop an age-appropriate child care program and after-school program for pre-school infant/toddler children. The Head Teacher will be responsible the complete operation of the classroom. The Head Teacher will implement as well as conduct all educational activities and supervise and support the Assistant Teachers in all daily activities.

Responsibilities:

  • Participate in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curricula which will encompass the social/emotional, physical and intellectual needs of the children and which reflects the philosophy/goals of the program.

  • Supervise and work closely with Assistant Teachers; providing coaching, training and staff development, as needed.

  • Attend program and agency staff meetings, child treatment reviews, case conferences and supervisory sessions.

  • Assist in the creation and implementation of the summer program reflecting the needs of all age groups.

  • Conduct an age-appropriate developmental assessment within three days of moving into the shelter.