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Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. (CIFC)

Preschool Teacher

Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. (CIFC), Danbury, Connecticut, us, 06813

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CIFC's Danbury Early Learning Programs seeks to hire full-time a Preschool Teacher. Description

CIFC's Danbury Early Learning Programs seeks to hire full-time a Preschool Teacher. Summary

This position serves as the Lead Teacher in a classroom of 16 to 20 Head Start / Preschool (3–5-year-old) children. The position is responsible for the planning and implementing of classroom and related activities for preschool children. This position is the indirect supervisor of an Assistant Teacher and a Classroom Aid (CDA Specialist). Core functions of the Head Start program include: Planning (20%), Program Implementation (50%), Family Partnerships (10%), Communication and Service Coordination (5%), Record Keeping and Recording (5%), Ongoing Monitoring and Self-Assessment (5%), and Supervision and Human Resources (5%). Essential Job Responsibilities

Planning

Ensure the written curriculum includes goals for children’s development and learning, the experiences through which children will achieve these goals, what staff and parents can do to help children achieve these goals, and the materials needed to support the implementation of the curriculum toward achieving the stated goals. Responsible for the preparation of daily lesson plans. Post them for parents, volunteers and visitors in the classroom. Develop an individual plan for each child including goal setting based on identified needs and prescriptions for objectives and activities to meet established child outcomes. Program Implementation

Follow program curriculum providing developmentally and linguistically appropriate experiences appropriate to age, language and culture of children served. Implement active learning experiences advancing the intellectual and emotional competence of children. Provide a print-rich environment in which children develop literacy, numeric and social skills using increasingly complex language and problem solving abilities. Provide positive guidance and discipline supporting children as they acquire readiness skills for kindergarten and beyond. Implement daily lesson plans in response to children’s needs and interests incorporating observations, anecdotal record keeping, knowledge of early childhood development and the key experiences. Integrate Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for children with disabilities. Provide children with a consistent classroom routine. Provide supervision and ensure the safety and security of children at all times in accordance with Head Start and day care licensing requirements. Supervise and eat nutritionally prepared meals with the children as a curriculum activity, to model good nutrition, proper social skills, and family style meal service. Supervise all classroom field trips and outdoor activities. Understand regulations associated with prevention of occupational disease and injury, including the exercise of universal precautions and the prevention of contamination. Head Start Employee Expectations

Uphold shared values of the program. Give and receive constructive feedback. Cooperate with co-workers, providing assistance, information or other support as needed to ensure quality service to children and families and to build and maintain positive staff relationships. Actively participate in Head Start community, including staff meetings, mandated trainings, committee meetings, and other program-wide functions as needed, including some evening activities. Respect the time constraints of your co-workers by showing up to meetings promptly, attending school daily, and giving advance notice if you are unable to carry out your responsibilities. Benefits

Competitive compensation, plus comprehensive fringe benefits package including paid holidays, paid time off, health, dental, vision coverage and a retirement program. $1,000 sign on bonus currently being offered. Closing Date : Open Until Filled Requirements AA in Early Childhood Education (minimum) BA preferred with at least twelve credits in early childhood BA in another field with applicable work experience may be considered. Ability to pass an OEC background check and fingerprinting screening. Health Requirements Recent fit for duty examination. Ability to lift 40 lbs. Job Details

Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Education and Training Industries: Individual and Family Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. (CIFC) by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Preschool Teacher” roles.

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