Head Teacher
1 month ago
Our Story
In August 1991, Care-a-lot opened the doors of their first center in Greece. The community enthusiastically responded to the quality of early childhood education and care available at the center. Because of their strong reputation, Care-a-lot is now serving families in eight locations in the Rochester community: North Greece, South Greece, Henrietta, Pittsford, Fairport, Farmington/Canandaigua, Browncroft Day Care Center, and Victor Child Care.
In 2023, Generations Child Care joined the Care-a-lot family. Care-a-lot is committed to maintaining the excellent service that Generations has provided to children and families for decades and is excited to start this new chapter as we continue to grow Generations serves families in Fairport, Irondequoit, Gates, Highland Park area, and Downtown Clinton Square.
We care about YOU
What we offer:
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Discounted childcare
- Health insurance – including telehealth
- Dental insurance
- Education assistance
- 401k
- Life insurance
- Employee referral program
- Employee assistance program
- Abundant opportunities for growth
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Classroom/Program Management:
· Provide competent supervisor and daily care to all children in your assigned classroom
· Plan, implement, and assess developmentally appropriate activities and experiences within the classroom and posts these activities in an attractive and inviting lesson plan.
· Use a variety of teaching techniques including modeling, observing, demonstrating, open-ended questioning and reinforcing.
· Ensure that all activities offered are carried out in a safe and efficient manner.
· Provides positive guidance to children that include positive language, positive reinforcement and redirecting.
· Offers variety and is flexible when planning activities for the children.
· Keep classroom clean, neat, organized and inviting to children and families.
Children/Parent Interactions
· Uses appropriate language and tone when talking with the children.
· Promotes self-esteem while encouraging self-help skills.
· Shows warmth and affection for all children in the center.
· Promotes the daily exchange of information about children’s activities and progress to families.
· Accommodate the family’s instructions for daily care routines when able. Follow developmentally appropriate practices.
· Holds bi-annual parent-teacher conferences. Be available to conference with families at other times as needed.
· Maintains confidentiality when discussing issues relating to any child.
· Communicates with potential families on tours to offer information specific to their classroom.
Staff Relations
· Responsible for the development and maintenance of a cooperative team approach.
· Participates in regular staff meetings.
· Participates in a yearly program evaluation.
· Offers leadership to assistant teacher and other co-workers throughout the center.
Professional Development
· Participates in workshops and trainings according to the Office of Children and Family Services regulations, National Accreditation, and also pursues additional professional development as appropriate.(Annual requirement of 30 hours of training)
· Stays current with Generations policies, OCFS regulations, National Accreditation guidelines and other pertinent regulations (CACFP, Health Department).
Communication
· Daily, in person contact with families, co-workers and supervisors to exchange information related to care and development of children in your care.
· Written correspondence to monitor development, record accidents, illnesses, medication administration and any other pertinent information.
Qualifications:
Education: A minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or 12 credit hours in Early Childhood Education with plan to continue further education. Additional ongoing professional and educational development is required.
Certification: Foundations in Health and Safety Certificate; or a willingness to complete the training within the first week of hire.
Experience: At least 1 year of program experience is required.
Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of early childhood developmentally appropriate practices. Working knowledge of the regulatory environment. Current CPR, First Aid and Medical Administration Training (MAT) certifications are required; or the willingness to complete them within the first year of employment.
Physical/Mental Abilities: Must be physically and mentally able to provide daily routine care of children. Must be able to properly supervise children by sight and sounds. Must be able to react quickly when safety concern arise in an emergency situation.
Skills: Strong leadership skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with parents, children, staff and supervisor. Flexible to varied assignments, along with a positive attitude and the ability to integrate into a team to work towards the mission and goals of Generations.
In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the job description lists only those responsibilities and qualifications deemed essential to the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $17.00 - $18.75 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
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