DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a mentor to assigned Head Start Program classrooms.
• Assist teaching staff at assigned sites to implement all mandatory components of a Head Start Classroom.

• Adhering to the Practice Based Coaching model adopted by the Program.
  • Visit each assigned classroom to conduct observations per procedures.
    • Individual classroom meetings with the Teaching Staff to reflect on observations and goal progress.
    • Modeling coaching and supporting teaching staff as outlined in the Practiced Based Coaching Procedure.
• Communicate assessment data to the Teaching Team to help guide individualized planning for children as well as teaching strategies for the classroom.
• Guide teachers in collecting anecdotal records and work samples for the childrens portfolios.
• Guide teachers to connect observations and assessments to develop lesson plans and a comprehensive classroom management plan.
• Communicate regularly with the members of the Education Team to ensure effective collaboration and support.
• Meet regularly with the Management Team to reflect on the overall programs progress.
• Develop and present small and large group education training for staff as assigned by Supervisor.
• Use database management systems to track children outcomes EX: ChildPlus CLI Engage etc.
• Ensures all developmental screenings are completed entered into ChildPlus and procedures are followed based on assessment results.
• Support teaching staff to meet the needs of all children receiving services from local education agencies and early intervention services.
• Complete ongoing monitoring for assigned classrooms according to procedures.
• Work in collaboration with the Mental Health & Disabilities Coordinator to discuss observations and development strategies outlined in procedures.

• Be familiar with the Head Start Performance Standards in all components the State Licensing Standards for Child Care and all other mandatory regulations.
• Approach communications with teaching teams families and the community with the intent to preserve relationships. Strong emphasis on investing in a trusting and supportive relationship with teachers.
• Address multi-faceted-multi-cultural approach for children and families in the program.
• Maintain a schedule for advance reporting.
• Serve as an advocate for the children and families in the Head Start Program.
• Report all suspected child abuse to the Child Abuse Hotline at 1-.
• Assure confidentiality is maintained at all times.
• Adhere to all agency policies and procedures.
• Interact with staff volunteers and visitors in a pleasant and effective manner.
• Attend all staff parent and other meetings as assigned.
• Participate in workshops in-service training and make use of all personal and professional growth opportunities.

• Submits time sheets accurately and on time to supervisor.
• Submits mileage accurately and on time to supervisor.
• Attends all staff and other meetings as assigned.
• Manages time effectively.
• Be a positive role model.
• Maintains confidentiality: records client services and staff.
• Adheres to agencys best practices related to time and leave.
• Dress is appropriate to work environment.
• Maintains professionalism.
• Maintains a safe orderly and clean environment.
• Willing to work at alternative locations.
• All other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENT/QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development
• At least Four years experience teaching in early childhood classrooms
• At least Two years experience in educational supervision or teaching mentoring
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

• Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• At least Two years experience teaching in early childhood classrooms
• At least Two years experience in educational supervision or teaching mentoring
• Interpersonal and organizational skills effective written and oral communication skills experience with adult learners knowledge of technology ability to aggregate and analyze data

• Be able to lift 30-35 pounds
• Be able to walk run squat/kneel sit on the floor see hear and speak with children to ensure childrens safety

• At least 21 years old
• Documentation of Tuberculin Free Condition
• Valid Texas Drivers License Class C
• Daily access to transportation
• Vehicle insurance (personal injury and liability)
• Initial Health Exam required for all Head Start staff at the employees expense
• Initial and annual TB screening are required for all Head Start staff at agencys expense
• Criminal Background Check required for all Head Start staff at agencys expense
• Fingerprinting required for all Head Start staff at the employees expense