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Crystal Stairs, Inc. Improving the Lives of Families through
Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy
Head Start/Early Head Start Lead Teacher
Crystal Stairs, Inc.
Improving the Lives of Families through
Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy
Head Start/Early Head Start Lead Teacher
Location:
Los Angeles, Compton, Inglewood, Lennox and South LA areas
The following job summary is for descriptive purposes only. Actual job descriptions and job title is subject to change.
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Head Start & Early Head Start Lead Teacher to join one of our rapidly growing Southern California locations. A successful HS/EHS Lead Teacher is a creative organizer and thinker who is passionate about designing and facilitating interactive learning and development experiences, such as: read-alouds, classroom rituals, hands-on art-making, and math games. This also includes a strong knowledge of classroom evaluation practices (ECERS), assessment tools (DRDP's) and a clear knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and Child Care Licensing Regulations.
Your Passion at Work
Supervise children visually at all times to ensure their continuous safety and care; develop a plan to ensure the safety of the children while they are using indoor and outdoor facilities Design and implement the daily classroom program based on a creative curriculum in alignment with the HS/EHS Child Development and Early Learning Framework Evaluate classroom quality using the Early Childhood Education Rating Scale (ECERS) and other assessment tools Plan and implement activities to meet the physical needs of the children, including children with disabilities and special needs Creates and maintains a warm emotionally supportive classroom environment that is well managed and provides quality instructional support for children's learning. Provide Diaper Changing/Potty Training for individual children on an as needed basis. Perform home visits on a regular basis
The Skills You Possess
Passionate about our cause with an incredible work ethic Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and flexibility Possesses a willingness to try new strategies, including approaches to lesson plans, pedagogy, and classroom management. Proactive problem-solver
Education And Experience
AA/BA in ECE or Related Field 24 ECE Units Permit OR Permit ELIGIBLE at a Teacher level or above CLASS Certified (preferred) A minimum of six (6) months direct experience working with young children, between ages birth -5 years old within a preschool setting, in addition to a cultural, ethical and diverse community. The 41-CDP1 form must be completed by an authorized representative of a California community college or four-year college or university approved by the Commission to verify completion of requirements for Child Development Teaching Permits.
Total Package Of Benefits
Medical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% Agency paid! Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Life and AD&D for Employee, Spouse and Children 401k Matching Options Flex Spending (Health Care and Dependent Care) Mutual of Omaha (STD, Accident, & Critical Illness) Generous Sick and Vacation Time Paid Holidays + Paid Winter Break from 12/24 - 1/1 (for select positions) Opportunity for Growth and Development Robust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM
Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a fully vaccinated, diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
For more information about Crystal Stairs, please visit our website at: www.crystalstairs.org
All Head Start positions are implemented in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards in each service area.
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Lead Teacher
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Crystal Stairs, Inc. 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Lead Teacher
role at
Crystal Stairs, Inc. Improving the Lives of Families through
Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy
Head Start/Early Head Start Lead Teacher
Crystal Stairs, Inc.
Improving the Lives of Families through
Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy
Head Start/Early Head Start Lead Teacher
Location:
Los Angeles, Compton, Inglewood, Lennox and South LA areas
The following job summary is for descriptive purposes only. Actual job descriptions and job title is subject to change.
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Head Start & Early Head Start Lead Teacher to join one of our rapidly growing Southern California locations. A successful HS/EHS Lead Teacher is a creative organizer and thinker who is passionate about designing and facilitating interactive learning and development experiences, such as: read-alouds, classroom rituals, hands-on art-making, and math games. This also includes a strong knowledge of classroom evaluation practices (ECERS), assessment tools (DRDP's) and a clear knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and Child Care Licensing Regulations.
Your Passion at Work
Supervise children visually at all times to ensure their continuous safety and care; develop a plan to ensure the safety of the children while they are using indoor and outdoor facilities Design and implement the daily classroom program based on a creative curriculum in alignment with the HS/EHS Child Development and Early Learning Framework Evaluate classroom quality using the Early Childhood Education Rating Scale (ECERS) and other assessment tools Plan and implement activities to meet the physical needs of the children, including children with disabilities and special needs Creates and maintains a warm emotionally supportive classroom environment that is well managed and provides quality instructional support for children's learning. Provide Diaper Changing/Potty Training for individual children on an as needed basis. Perform home visits on a regular basis
The Skills You Possess
Passionate about our cause with an incredible work ethic Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and flexibility Possesses a willingness to try new strategies, including approaches to lesson plans, pedagogy, and classroom management. Proactive problem-solver
Education And Experience
AA/BA in ECE or Related Field 24 ECE Units Permit OR Permit ELIGIBLE at a Teacher level or above CLASS Certified (preferred) A minimum of six (6) months direct experience working with young children, between ages birth -5 years old within a preschool setting, in addition to a cultural, ethical and diverse community. The 41-CDP1 form must be completed by an authorized representative of a California community college or four-year college or university approved by the Commission to verify completion of requirements for Child Development Teaching Permits.
Total Package Of Benefits
Medical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% Agency paid! Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Life and AD&D for Employee, Spouse and Children 401k Matching Options Flex Spending (Health Care and Dependent Care) Mutual of Omaha (STD, Accident, & Critical Illness) Generous Sick and Vacation Time Paid Holidays + Paid Winter Break from 12/24 - 1/1 (for select positions) Opportunity for Growth and Development Robust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM
Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a fully vaccinated, diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
For more information about Crystal Stairs, please visit our website at: www.crystalstairs.org
All Head Start positions are implemented in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards in each service area.
Job Posted by ApplicantPro Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Northridge, CA $80,004.00-$84,000.00 2 weeks ago Assistant Professor - Department of Elementary Education #25-12
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Los Angeles, CA $13,224.00-$15,211.00 2 weeks ago Part-time Temporary Lecturer in Liberal Studies
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Santa Monica, CA $26.00-$32.00 1 month ago Dance Teacher - Elementary School (Kinder - 4th Grade)
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Santa Monica, CA $26.00-$32.00 2 weeks ago Preschool Teacher Positions Available at West and East Branches
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