Lead Teacher Supervisor

TITLE: Lead Teacher Supervisor

DIVISION: Head Start

REPORTS TO: Head Start Director

SUPERVISES: Teachers, Teacher Aides, Program Assistants, Office Associates, Cooks, Parent Coordinator

FLSA: Non-Exempt, Non-Medical (NE-NM)

I. POSITION SUMMARY:

This position serves as a supervisor for day-to-day operations at the site as well as teacher in the classroom. As the Lead Teacher Supervisor the position is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the center and supervision of staff assigned to the center. As the teacher, the position is responsible for the academic, social-emotional growth, and development of all pre-school aged children in their care and developing a partnership with children’s parents or caregivers to engage and encourage parent participation in the program. The position is also responsible for assuring compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and local and state guidelines.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Coordinates and schedules staff assigned to the site to ensure classroom ratios, supervision, and coverage based upon DCFS Licensing Standards, Head Start Performance Standards, and Southern Seven policies and procedures.

Supervises staff assigned to the site on a daily basis but keeps Head Start Director informed on any issues that arises. Assists the Head Start Director with administering Progressive Discipline when appropriate.

Ensures that all required documentation and reports are completed accurately and submitted to the Administrative Office on a timely basis.

Assists the Head Start Director with interview, selection, and orientation of new employees for the site and with evaluation of all staff assigned to the site.

Reviews and approves all time sheets, overtime, travel vouchers, and leave of absence requests for the site and submits all forms to the Payroll Department on a timely basis. Keeps Human Resources informed on potential Family Medical Leave or Extended Medical Leave Requests or attendance issues.

Maintains a DCFS file for all employees assigned to the site and is responsible for making sure that all information is up to date. Tracks and ensures that education staff are CPR/First Aid certified at all times and schedules staff for monthly CPR/First Aid trainings.

Ensures that daily inspections are completed to maintain the safety of the children, staff, and volunteers on the playground. Reports any identified problems and completes any needed work orders in a timely basis. Reports all accidents (children, employees, volunteers, or property) on Southern Seven Incident Report and submits to Human Resources. Ensures that up to date emergency contact information, and individual child assessment information on each child is maintained.

Monitors the inventory of site materials, supplies, food for daily snacks, and equipment. Completes Purchase Requisitions and makes purchases after the approval process for the site while staying within the budget. Submits all receipts to the Business Office in a timely manner.

Works with the Parent Coordinator to assist with organizing a Parent Group and setting up monthly meetings and activities in coordination with the school.

Develops weekly plans, and implements age appropriate curriculum to nurture and stimulate all domains of children’s development in their care.

Administers developmental screening tool within 45 days of child’s enrollment. Completes an Assistance or Guidance request if needed. Participates in IEP/IFSP meetings as appropriate.

Maintains an online portfolio on each child’s progress and development for the purpose of planning to promote each child’s growth and development.

Observes each child daily to assess skills, interests, and needs and uses this information to facilitate learning and growth.

Works cooperatively with the Teacher Aide and other staff and volunteers, using team approach to classroom management. Provides direction to Teacher Aide and Program Assistant when appropriate.

Provides a developmentally appropriate classroom environment that reflects the children’s learning and growth and creates opportunities to meet the changing needs of the developing child and also uses the playground as an extension of the classroom.

Participates in family style meals and snacks at table with children, and completes daily meal and attendance records. Ensures meals meet CACFP requirements.

Responsible for developing a partnership with parents and caregivers in the Head Start program and encourages each parent/caregiver to take in active role in their child’s Head Start experience.

Plans two family staff conferences and two home visits to discuss children’s developmental progress, needs and interests.

Assists families with children’s transitions from Head Start to Kindergarten.

Facilitates and participates in staff meetings, center activities, and staff development.

Maintains child, family, and employee confidentiality.

Participates in the federal and annual program review.

Responsible for recruitment of Head Start eligible children, in coordination with other Head Start staff, for enrollment into the Head Start program.

Responsible for carrying out best practices for safety procedures concerning children, staff, families, and community individuals and for assessing current practices and finding ways and areas needing improvement.

Responsible for participating in activities and attitudes that promote positive public relations and positive image for the program and agency.

Complies and is familiar with the requirements of the policies and procedures adopted by Southern Seven Health Department as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

III. NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Rides bus as needed to ensure child safety and supervision.

Provides site coverage during staff absences.

Participates on safety or other site/agency committees.

Maintains facility and equipment cleanliness as needed.

IV. TRAINING COMPONENT

Participates in continuing education and staff development through coaching, seminars, conferences, or work shops as approved by the Agency.

V. ADDITONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

A. All duties necessary to meet requirements of Head Start Program.

VI. QUALIFICATIONS:

A. Education, Training and Experience:

Must be at least twenty one years of age, AND

Prefer Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood OR

Bachelors Degree in approved related field with 21 hours of Early Childhood OR

Associates Degree in Early Childhood OR

Associates Degree in approved related field with 21 hours of Early Childhood

B. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Effective oral and written communication skills

Organization and supervisory ability

Basic Computer Skills

C. Certification and Other Requirements:

• 1. Requirements: DCFS background/criminal check, DCFS Physical, Mandated Reporter, valid driver’s license
• & auto liability insurance, DCFS Licensing required courses, Food Manager Certification, and CPR/First Aide

2. Recommendations: Hepatitis B Vaccine

D. Physical Requirements:

Strength: Lift/carry up to 40 pounds on occasion and 20 pounds frequently.

Movement:

Routine: Sit, walk, or stand for prolonged periods of time.

Lift horizontally and vertically, bend and stoop, push/pull, twist, carry, crouch, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach above shoulder level.

Hear and understand speech at normal room levels and on the telephone.

Occasion: Use near visual acuity to review both written documents and text on computer monitor.

Drive an automobile.

Operate a telephone, keyboard and mouse.

E. Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure: Occasional Occupational Exposure

"Southern Seven Health Department is an "Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled"