Schools Out Early Ed Lead Teacher

Position Description

Job Title: Schools Out Lead Teacher Early Education Program

Location: District/Chamberlin

Job Group: Non-Union Support Staff/Schools Out

Pay Level: Non-Exempt SO Table Grade 14

Reports To: Schools Out Program Administrator

Summary: Responsible for the development implementation and direct supervision of site-specific Schools Out Early Education staff programming and related activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assists with the operation of the assigned early education program by:
1. Assisting with the planning coordinating and implementing a weekly schedule of activities to ensure a balanced program a welcoming environment and maintaining focus on the developmental and academic needs of all participants.
2. Maintaining compliance with state regulations for early childhood programs.
3. Supporting the supervision of assigned staff. Assisting in the preparation and delivery of training and supporting annual evaluations of assigned staff.
4. Keeping accurate records of attendance parental permissions and program offerings and activities.
5. Ensuring proper supervision of children is maintained at all times.
6. Assisting with the planning coordination and supervision of students for monthly field trips.
2. Maintaining regular communications and professional relationships with supervisor staff participants parents/guardians volunteers teachers and designated school administrators by:
1. Creating and maintaining colorful and interesting displays and bulletin boards to promote activities and provide pertinent information.
2. Actively participating in regular meetings with program colleagues to develop appropriate activities to meet the needs of participants.
3. Participating in regular meetings with district PreK staff as needed to establish consistency between programs and meet the needs of participants.
4. Participating in the school-based meetings or committees (e.g. PBIS) as assigned by the Early Education Site Director and Schools Out Program Administrator.
5. Interacting with students staff parents/guardians and the school community in a constructive manner to create a positive and welcoming learning environment.
6. Assisting the Early Education Site Director in facilitating monthly staff meetings.
3. Participates in training and professional development that is deemed necessary by the Schools Out Program Administrator and in compliance with the District and the Agency of Human Services licensing regulations.
4. May perform other duties as assigned including but not limited to: assuming responsibility for program operations in the absence of the Schools Out Program Assistant Administrator. Such responsibility may also include supporting the afterschool program.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervises site-specific Schools Out Early Education staff. Is responsible for the daily operation of the site program including the delivery of site activities and supporting the training and supervision of assigned staff. Assists with interviewing as needed. All responsibilities are carried out in accordance with the Districts policies and procedures and applicable laws.

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications Education and/or Experience: A teacher is at least twenty (20) years of age and meets one of the following qualifications:

• At least a Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level Four (4) A or B Certificate; or
• At least a bachelor degree from an accredited college with a major or concentration in Early Childhood Child or Human Development Elementary Education Special Education with a birth to eight (8) years of age focus or Child and Family Services and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger; or
• At least a bachelor degree from an accredited college with at least successful completion of thirty (30) college credits with an early childhood or school age focus and at least twelve (12) months experience working with groups of children from grade three (3) or younger; or
• Hold at least a current Vermont Agency of Education teaching license with an endorsement in Early Childhood Early Childhood Special Education or Elementary Education.

A variance in education and/or experience may be considered consistent with the supervisors review against established DCF criteria.

Certificates Licenses Registrations Participation:

First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)

Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI)

Second Step

Pyramid Model

Basic Specialized Care. Must maintain Advanced Specialized Care annual certificate.

Other Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated knowledge in instructional strategies developmental learning communication strategies use of age-appropriate materials and specialized instructional techniques (vocational skills social skills speech-language skills). Knowledge of learning disabilities cognitive impairments autism spectrum disorders and communication impairments. Knowledge of special education teaching methods theories and laws. Good understanding of standard classroom operations and teaching methods; good ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form and demonstrated active listening and advocacy skills. Ability to plan organize and manage time effectively. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and Board policies. Demonstrated ongoing commitment to workplace diversity sustainability and delivering exceptional customer service.

Why Join SBSD

*Supportive colleagues and leadership

*Strong commitment to diversity equity and inclusion

*Professional growth and advancement

*Comprehensive benefits

*Meaningful work that impacts students daily

Required Experience:

IC