Head Teacher

Job description

Overview The Head Teacher supports the Childcare Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen, and work well with others in a team environment. The Head Teacher will assist the staff in implementing a quality early childhood and school-age educational program and develop positive relationships with the children and their parents. The Head Teacher will also observe and coach the staff and support family engagement initiatives under the direction of the Childcare Director. Responsibilities: - Ensure the development and implementation of activities for all children attending the program align with The Salvation Army, NJ Office of Licensing, Grow NJ Kids, and New Jersey School Age Care Coalition standards. - Collaborate with the Childcare Director to ensure that daily schedules, activities, and the physical environment are developmentally appropriate and conducive to the optimal growth of individual children. - Assist the Childcare Director in maintaining current and accurate records for the childcare center. - Collaborate with the C...