Lead Teacher (3 yr old Classroom)

CAP Tulsa

United States, Oklahoma, Tulsa

5330 East 31st Street (Show on map)

Apr 04, 2025

Position:
Lead Teacher (3 yr old Classroom)

Location:

Various CAP Tulsa Locations

Job Id:
496

# of Openings:
2

Lead Teacher (4 yr old Classroom)

Pay Range Code: LT

Job Summary

Under supervision of the School Leader, responsible for the total classroom operation per Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS). Responsible for leading the classroom while collaborating with Teacher II in the planning and execution of daily classroom activities.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

Implements and is responsible for using agency-wide curriculum as well as the Head Start Program Performance Standards, program assessment, and service plans.
Administer Ages and Stages Questionnaires for initial developmental screening.
Utilize Curriculum software to track each child's ongoing developmental skill level in the domains as required by the HSPPS.
Utilize the CAP-selected classroom support model to assist with classroom management.
Work cooperatively with all CAP employees, Family Support personnel, Parents, Volunteers and collaborative partners.
Conduct at least two home visits and two parent conferences, per child, within the allotted time period.
Participate in Family Child Review meetings, Multidisciplinary Teams, Crisis Intervention teams, etc. as required
Develop a daily schedule and weekly lesson plans based on observations, parental input, and developmentally appropriate practice.
Develop goals utilizing individualization form to meet each child's developmental needs.
Complete required documentation including, but not limited to: Monthly Reports, Attendance, Meal Count, Family Contacts, and Child Injury Reports.
Meet Head Start Program Performance Standards, NAEYC accreditation standards and DHS licensing requirements.
Implement intervention tools and practices for students with Challenging Behaviors.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Required Education/Experience

4 year old Classroom

State of Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Must have proven successful interpersonal relationship skills to maintain effective and satisfactory working relationships with intra-department and inter-department staff, vendors, clients, visitors, and contractors.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions with ability to read, interpret, and present information efficiently and effectively.
Must be able to accurately audit records and ensure compliance with written or oral guidelines.
Ability to take initiative, multi-task and work well under pressure.
Must maintain strict confidentiality of extremely sensitive data, records, files, conversations, etc.
Advanced organizational skills, efficiency skills and excellent attention to detail with a demonstrated commitment to completing assignments on a timely basis.

Essential Physical & Mental Requirements

This is a classroom position that requires active supervision, requiring focused attention to look, listen, and engage with young children. Work requires frequent bending, stooping, lifting, squatting, kneeling, crawling, stretching, pushing, and pulling throughout the day. Must have the ability to lift and/or carry objects and children weighing up to fifty (50) pounds and quickly respond to children's needs. Regular and reliable attendance required.

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