Head Teacher

The University Child Development Center is seeking a full time Head Teacher. The Head Teacher is responsible for the planning and implementation of a complete early childhood program including supervision, assessment, and curriculum for a classroom of children. The Head Teacher establishes and maintains professional and supportive relationships with all parents/guardians and supervises and coaches support staff and University student workers. The Head Teacher is responsible for maintaining the classroom, assessing and maintaining care, programming for the classroom, and ensuring the safety of all children. The UCDC is a laboratory school and Head Teachers support those efforts by providing practicum experiences and research opportunities to University students and faculty. Head Teachers are expected to contribute professionally to the program, write newsletter articles, attend Head Teacher meetings, and attend three professional development days annually.

Head Teachers are required to maintain 12 hours of professional development during their employment and maintain all state licensing and Keystone STARS and NAEYC standards, along with successful implementation of the UCDC philosophy and curriculum. Successful use of technology for parent/guardian communication, assessments, and documentation is expected. Strong leadership and communication skills are necessary. Additional duties as required. The hours range between 7:30 am – 6:00 pm.

Applicant must have a bachelor’s degree in a related field (with at least 30 credits in Early Childhood Education) and at least two years of Center based experience with children between the ages of six weeks and five years of age. Equivalency: Applicant may have an Associate’s Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education and 5-7 years of experience with children between the ages of 6 weeks through 5 years of age in Center based childcare.