Lead teacher (50284)

Job DetailsJob Location

• Anadarko
• Head
• Start -
• Anadarko,
• OK 73005Position
• Type:
• Full
• TimeEducation
• Level: 2
• Year
• DegreeSalary
• Range: $16.00 - $20.00
• HourlyJob
• Shift: 7:30am-4:00pm (M-F)Job
• Category:
• EducationJOB
• SUMMARY: Responsible for the operation of the Head Start classroom including the general planning of educational, health, nutrition and family engagement activities for the classroom. Provide a warm, nurturing, safe and loving environment where self-concepts are enhanced, independence is encouraged, and individuality is respected.
• RESPONSIBILITES: Abide by all applicable federal, state and tribal regulation, policies and procedures including but not limited to, Head Start Program Performance Standards, OKDHS Child Care Licensing Requirements and Kiowa Tribe policies and procedures. Promote school readiness for children and families, follow curriculum, develop and implement weekly lesson plans in accordance with Teach Smart and submit to Site Supervisor and Education/Disabilities Services Manager for approval. Maintain a clean, neat classroom; keep toys and equipment clean and in good condition. Rotate classroom materials to enhance developmental progress and interest in learning for children. Establish and maintain good communications with parents and staff. Advocate and act as a liaison for Head Start children and families. Keep observations on children recorded and current. Direct and mentor classroom staff to provide every child in the classroom an opportunity to be engaged in hands on activities to enhance and encourage learning. Adhere to classroom daily schedule including meals and outdoor play. Submit required reports to designated managers and Head Start Director when they are due; i.e. monthly average daily attendance, school readiness checkpoints, health/screening referrals, center inspections. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in child development or early childhood education, preferred (or) Associate degree in related field and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education, with experience teaching preschool-age children.

Requirements

Must possess a valid Oklahoma state driver’s license and be insurable under the Kiowa Tribe’s Driving Policy Must submit to and pass a pre-employment background check with fingerprints. Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test and random drug testing. Must have an annual physical exam with TB test. Must have a current immunization record. Must complete Head Start and DHS Orientation (ELCCT, Food Handler’s certification, First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days) PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: Lift 50 lbs. Sitting for long periods of time while on the computer and in training. Driving Head Start vehicles Cleaning (vacuuming, sweeping, moping, scrubbing) Large motor skills including, but not limited to bending, crawling, reaching, marching. E.O.E. & Indian Preference Equal Opportunity Employer: The Kiowa Tribe does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. According to the Kiowa Tribe Human Resources Policies and Procedures, the Kiowa Tribe recognizes Kiowa Preference first, other federally recognized tribes second and other races last. Indian Preference applies in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC Section 472), BIA Form 4432, Tribal Identification or Certificate Degree of Indian Blood must be submitted with employment application to receive Indian Preference.