TVCCA - Thames Valley Council for Community Action, Inc.
Head Teacher-Little Learners
TVCCA - Thames Valley Council for Community Action, Inc., Norwich, Connecticut, us, 06360
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The Head Teacher is responsible for the care, supervision, day-to-day operations, and safety of center/classroom children. Responsible for developing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum encouraging self-esteem and independence for the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of each child while ensuring that health, safety, and nutritional education are integrated into the overall curriculum planning. Responsible for keeping the classroom and playground clean, safe, and orderly. Must have compassion for the needs of children and families from all backgrounds. Learn, implement, and ensure all staff and the center are in compliance with State of CT licensing codes, funding requirements, federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and NAEYC standards. Responsible for ensuring staff files are up to date with physicals, CPR/First Aid, and continuing education. Head Teachers in collaborative classrooms (HS and LL) will ensure CLASS domains and dimensions are in compliance. Responsible for administering the overall operations of the Little Learners Early Education Program and supervision of children and staff. Responsible for all required administrative paperwork for the classrooms. Pay Rates Are As Follows
$21.50 CDA & enrolled in an Associates or Bachelors program $22.00 Associates Degree in ECE or relevant field with 12 credits in ECE $23.00 Bachelor’s Degree in ECE or relevant field with 12 credits in ECE TVCCA offers a generous benefits package including: 403B Retirement Plan Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Accidental Death benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and voluntary benefits 13 paid Holidays, vacation/sick time Qualifications
Required Skills Bachelor’s OR Associate’s degree in ECE or related field with required 12 ECE credits (Intro to ECE, Child Development, Health, Safety & Nutrition in ECE, and Child, Family & Community), or willing to achieve within 2 years of hire to meet licensing requirements. OR Current center-based Child Development Associate credential (CDA) with 12 ECE credits, and enrolled in a program that will lead to an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field, including the required OEC courses; to be completed within two years of hire. AND Have access to reliable, insured transportation. Provide a TVCCA Staff Statement of Good Health signed by a physician, physician’s assistant, or nurse practitioner completed within twelve (12) months before employment, and every thirty-six (36) months for current staff. Must have or obtain and maintain CT Childcare Pediatric First-Aid, CPR, AED, and medication administration certification. Must have or obtain within 90 days of hire the Care 4 Kids Health and Safety Training. Have the credentials to obtain a Connecticut Head Teacher License from the Department of Public Health. Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs. Minimum of 18 years of age. Be able to work 35-37 hours/week, 52 weeks/year. The TVCCA Little Learners Early Education Program requires staff to be available from 7:00AM - 5:00PM to cover center operational hours on a rotational basis. Continue professional development per funding source requirements. Strong computer skills and ability to effectively communicate with children, parents, staff, and volunteers. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Part-time Job function
Education and Training Industries
Individual and Family Services
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Head Teacher-Little Learners
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The Head Teacher is responsible for the care, supervision, day-to-day operations, and safety of center/classroom children. Responsible for developing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum encouraging self-esteem and independence for the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of each child while ensuring that health, safety, and nutritional education are integrated into the overall curriculum planning. Responsible for keeping the classroom and playground clean, safe, and orderly. Must have compassion for the needs of children and families from all backgrounds. Learn, implement, and ensure all staff and the center are in compliance with State of CT licensing codes, funding requirements, federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and NAEYC standards. Responsible for ensuring staff files are up to date with physicals, CPR/First Aid, and continuing education. Head Teachers in collaborative classrooms (HS and LL) will ensure CLASS domains and dimensions are in compliance. Responsible for administering the overall operations of the Little Learners Early Education Program and supervision of children and staff. Responsible for all required administrative paperwork for the classrooms. Pay Rates Are As Follows
$21.50 CDA & enrolled in an Associates or Bachelors program $22.00 Associates Degree in ECE or relevant field with 12 credits in ECE $23.00 Bachelor’s Degree in ECE or relevant field with 12 credits in ECE TVCCA offers a generous benefits package including: 403B Retirement Plan Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Accidental Death benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and voluntary benefits 13 paid Holidays, vacation/sick time Qualifications
Required Skills Bachelor’s OR Associate’s degree in ECE or related field with required 12 ECE credits (Intro to ECE, Child Development, Health, Safety & Nutrition in ECE, and Child, Family & Community), or willing to achieve within 2 years of hire to meet licensing requirements. OR Current center-based Child Development Associate credential (CDA) with 12 ECE credits, and enrolled in a program that will lead to an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field, including the required OEC courses; to be completed within two years of hire. AND Have access to reliable, insured transportation. Provide a TVCCA Staff Statement of Good Health signed by a physician, physician’s assistant, or nurse practitioner completed within twelve (12) months before employment, and every thirty-six (36) months for current staff. Must have or obtain and maintain CT Childcare Pediatric First-Aid, CPR, AED, and medication administration certification. Must have or obtain within 90 days of hire the Care 4 Kids Health and Safety Training. Have the credentials to obtain a Connecticut Head Teacher License from the Department of Public Health. Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs. Minimum of 18 years of age. Be able to work 35-37 hours/week, 52 weeks/year. The TVCCA Little Learners Early Education Program requires staff to be available from 7:00AM - 5:00PM to cover center operational hours on a rotational basis. Continue professional development per funding source requirements. Strong computer skills and ability to effectively communicate with children, parents, staff, and volunteers. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Part-time Job function
Education and Training Industries
Individual and Family Services
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