Job Description
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The ECS Lead Teacher provides daily care to children in HS/EHS classroom using appropriate child guidance techniques and building responsive relationships with classroom teachers, staff, children and families.
All employees and volunteers are expected to be sensitive to our clients cultural and socioeconomic characteristics, reflect sunbeam family services core values and to perform as sunbeams standards of excellence at all times.
Our core values are:
Champion Spirit We work like a champion every day: paying attention to details and performing with excellence
Servant Heart We exhibit humility in serving everyone; no job is below anyone and we all pull together to get the work done.
Sunny Attitude We bring a smile and a positive attitude. We treat each other with respect, ensuring an energized work environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The Lead Teacher will work collaboratively with the Assistant Teacher(s) to ensure the successful operation of the classroom by:
§ Promoting, encouraging and displaying examples of leadership for the agency in accordance with the agency mission driven, employee first culture.
§ Demonstrating capacity for providing developmentally appropriate and evidence-based practice, for exemplifying the values expected within the program, and for promoting the mission of the organization.
§ Serving as a leader of the Early Childhood Services program and as an effective role model for developmentally appropriate practice, for the values expected within the program, and for the mission of the organization.
§ Planning and providing a comprehensive program, including implementation of EHS/HS curriculum and Head Start /Early Head Start Performance Standards
§ Supervising classroom staff and ensure performance evaluation, goal setting and staff development plans are completed
§ Maintaining record keeping and reporting systems to ensure accurate information, with timely completion and follow-up
§ Planning and implementing ECS developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessment for the classroom. Order supplies and materials as needed for effective service delivery
§ Overseeing supervision and management of children in the classroom in order to ensure a safe, clean, and healthy learning environment.
§ Conducting home visits for center children in accordance with Head Start performance standards.
OTHER DUTIES:
§ Provide support for other duties needed in keeping with our mission, vision and values.
EDUCATION:
§ Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or a related field (official transcripts required). Minimum of 6 college credits in ECE or CD and 9 college credits in educ, psych, health care, nursing or another field closely related to child growth and development required. Teachers leading 4-year-old classrooms must have OTC.
§ PK teachers to have PK certification from OK State Board of Education at time of employment preferred.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
§ Teachers leading 4-year-old classrooms must have OTC.
EXPERIENCE:
§ 3 years of prerequisite related work experience
§ Effective experience in child care as well as training and supervising teacher assistants a plus
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
§ Understanding of Head Start/Early Head Start performance standards and state and local child care license requirements
§ Excellent written and verbal communication to include intermediate knowledge of computer operations and applications and the ability to master other computer technology/software programs, as needed
§ Good organizational and time management skills
§ Previous knowledge and understanding of ChildPlus preferred
§ Advanced computer database and Microsoft Office software skills preferred
§ Previous knowledge and understanding of NAEYC preferred
ABILITIES:
§ Must work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
§ Exercise independent judgment
§ Communicate in a professional manner, demonstrating dignity and respect for our internal, external and community members
§ Process, protect and exercise discretion in handling confidential information and materials
§ Sustained concentration to detail and accuracy, along with the ability to prioritize workload
§ Willingness to work with high-risk, low-income communities
§ Must be able to travel and work some evenings and weekends as required by the job
§ Bilingual Spanish/English speaking preferred
ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
BENEFITS
Sunbeam Family Services is committed to maintaining a benefits program that meets the needs of its employees and their families. The benefits package includes medical, dental, life, vision and disability insurance, a 403(b) retirement savings plan, paid holidays, paid sick leave, paid time off (PTO), flexible spending account, education reimbursement. In addition, employees have access to Sunbeam’s confidential counseling services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Childcare is also available for children up to age three.
‘BEST PLACES TO WORK’
At Sunbeam we are in the “people development business”, developing the people we serve as well as our staff. That’s one of the reasons we’re voted The Journal Record’s “Best Places to Work” for the seventh year in a row.
‘FAMILY POSITIVE WORKPLACE’
Sunbeam is proud to be recognized as a Family Positive Workplace by the Potts Family Foundation and the OK25by25 Coalition. This award recognizes businesses throughout the state who intentionally help their employees balance work and family responsibilities.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Office Hours follow business hours and may vary with supervisor approval; may include occasional evening and weekends.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently communicate with staff and others, and must be able to exchange accurate information when doing so. The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time and occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, attend meetings, etc. Must be able to operate and use a computer. Must be able to detect, discern, distinguish, observe, inspect and compare. Must have excellent command of English language and grammar, both verbal and written. Â Occasionally must be able to move needed materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Â The qualifications, physical demands, and work environment described are representative of those an employee will encounter and must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
Work Environment
The employee will work in an office environment, may work in close quarters with other staff and small children. The noise level in the work environment varies from moderate to loud; frequent chaotic situations will occur, characteristic to working with children ages 0 5 years. Employee must expect exposure to strong odors such as soiled diapers and clothes, and poor hygiene. May come into contact with childhood diseases and blood on occasion.
Vaccination:
This position is subject to Sunbeam's Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. All Sunbeam employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or have an approved exemption. Exemptions to the vaccine requirement will be considered for individuals with medical condition(s) that prevent them from being vaccinated and for individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs that prohibit them from being vaccinated, consistent with applicable federal and state law. Proof of Vaccination, as defined by Sunbeam policy, or an approved exemption is required for any employment effective on or after December 31, 2021.
Other
The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. The qualifications, physical demands, and work environment described herein are representative of those an employee will encounter and must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel or candidate and may be subject to change at any time. Â Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sunbeam Family Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to fair and equal in all its employment practices for persons without regard to race, ethnicity, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, disability or degree thereof, national origin, domestic/marital status, political affiliation or opinion, veteran status, HIV status, AIDS status, genetic information, and any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Company Description
Established in 1907, Sunbeam Family Services is Oklahoma’s longest-serving social service agency. Sunbeam’s programs and services address the physical, mental and emotional health of our clients. We shine a light on the needs of our community and empower families and individuals. Sunbeam is an employee-first organization to serve the community best. Employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to grow. We believe when employees are inspired, motivated, and treated well, they provide great service to our clients.