Lead Teacher Early Head Start (Toyon) at Kidango

A little about us Kidango () is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources. As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area we provide thousands of children especially those from low-income families with safe healthy nurturing environments and relationships. Through our policy work we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve and drive change in early childhood education at the local state and federal levels. Our goal is to make sure all children have the social emotional and academic skills they need to learn grow and realize their potential.About The RoleThe EHS Lead Teacher assists the CD and assumes responsibility for general supervision development and education of children while guiding the classroom staff and partnering with families at our Toyon Center which provides a unique Dual Language Immersion EHS program with an emphasis on Environmental Education programming. EHS is a federally funded school readiness and family support program for low-income and special needs children that promotes parents/guardians as the primary educator of the child.Position Overview:Employment Type: Full-time/Non-ExemptSalary: $40.23/hourlyLocation: San Jose CAJob Category: Early Head StartReports to: Center DirectorSupervises: N/AWhat Youll Be DoingIn this Dual Language Immersion center you will be a language model as assigned by program design. Language models will be using either Spanish Vietnamese or Mandarin during their working hours at the center.Ensures the team utilizes classroom materials and routines to promote an environment conducive to age appropriate levels of development interests and special needs of the childrenEnsures the team develops and maintains a safe and healthy classroom environment in accordance with Head Start Program Performance Standards Title 5 and Title 22 RegulationsImplement rules and practices in support of positive child redirectionProvides a continuous and interactive process between families and program providers that foster the parent partnership agreements as required by the federal regulations under the Head Start Program Performance Standards.Conducts parent/teacher meetings as set forth by Head Start Program Performance Standards and Title 5.Conducts the ASQ and the ASQ/SE with children assigned to cohorts.Works on the Individualized Education Plan for each child assigned to cohort and updates with family.Maintains and updates written records and reports in accordance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards and Title 5 in a timely manner and ensures the team does the same.Maintains an open and friendly relationship with staff parents and program volunteers.Commits to inclusive practice to accommodate children with learning differences and special needs.Integrates Head Start Federal Mandates into the classroom routines and curriculum plans and is able to articulate the practice.Ensures personalized special services are provided to children with special needs (i.e feeding assistance with toiling including diapering specialized equipment and so forth).Attends required classroom center and organization meetings.Assists other centers when requested.Performs all other duties as assigned.A little about usKidango () is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources. As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area we provide thousands of children especially those from low-income families with safe healthy nurturing environments and relationships. Through our policy work we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve and drive change in early childhood education at the local state and federal levels. Our goal is to make sure all children have the social emotional and academic skills they need to learn grow and realize their potential.Preferred QualificationsMinimum Associate Teacher Permit or higher credential3 ECE units of Infant Toddler Development1 year prior experience in working with young children is preferredBi-Literate in Spanish (required) and/or Mandarin Vietnamese (preferred)Supervision of teaching assistants and volunteers highly desirableKnowledge of Federal Head Start policies and procedures is highly desiredRequired CPR/First Aid Training CertificationRequired to be a mandated abuse reporter16 hours of health and safety training which includes 1 hour of nutrition trainingCompensation$40.23$40.23 USDAdditional RequirementsMust pass a health screening and TB testMust pass background fingerprint clearanceValid Driver LicenseMust be 18 years or olderThe ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job dutiesReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functionsPerksAn opportunity to improve real lives solve hard problems and change the worldFriendly supportive and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleaguesA comprehensive industry-leading benefits packageOpportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the worldDrug-Free WorkplaceWe believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws Kidango makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race color religion age gender sexual orientation marital status national origin citizenship the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified veteran status genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected by local state or federal law other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects of application procedures hiring advancement transfers reductions in force discharge compensation training or other terms conditions and privileges of employment.EEOA diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidangos culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds experiences abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission! Key Skills Invoicing,Community,E Learning,Hotel Front Office,Archicad Experience: years Vacancy: 1