Works in conjunction with the teaching team to ensure that the education program objectives and activities are carried out in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards and with fidelity of curriculum implementation.
CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION:
- Assists the Head Teacher in planning program activities that will enhance the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of the children.
- Assists in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up centers, and preparing needed materials and supplies under the direction of the Head Teacher and in accordance with the curriculum and performance standards.
- Assist the Head Teacher in administering screening and education assessments.
- Assume responsibility of the classroom when the teacher is absent.
- Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings.
- Participates in recommended training programs/coaching sessions, conferences, courses, and other aspects of professional growth including maintaining PA Keys Registry Career Pathway.
- Proficient with technology as required for record keeping and documentation.
- Support the program-wide adoption of the teaching pyramid model (PBIS) to promote the development of young children's social-emotional competence and address challenging behavior.
- Create and maintain a positive organizational culture by demonstrating the program-wide behavioral expectations in their social interactions with children, families, community members and colleagues.
