What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therepautic Classroom Leader position at Reach Dane?
The Head Start Therapeutic Early Childhood Program prioritizes services for families and children who have been or are experiencing trauma that would benefit from comprehensive mental health and educational supportive services.
POSITION SPECIFIC DETAILS
- Hours: 40 hours/week
- Status: Part Year
- Pay $21.62 an hour
- Location: Union Corners, 2674 Milwaukee Street, Madison
Duties
The Therapeutic Classroom Leader, in collaboration with the Therapeutic Education Leader and Therapeutic Child and Family Resilience Specialist, provides a safe and nurturing environment for children that encourage their social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. The Therapeutic Classroom Leader plans and implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum for enrolled children living in low-income, at-risk environments. They will ensure the provision of quality, comprehensive child development services including education, health, nutrition, parent involvement, and necessary family support services and referrals. The Therapeutic Classroom Leader will follow Head Start performance standards, policies and procedures, Childcare licensing requirements and City of Madison and NAEYC accreditation criteria (if applicable). They also build and maintain positive relationships with parents, children, coworkers and community partners.
Requirements
- Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any field (Social Work, counseling, Early Childhood related preferred)
- OR a high school diploma with completion of Preschool Credential or CDA within two years
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of “Pyramid Model for Social and Emotional Competence” practices preferred and/or willingness to learn
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision
- vacation and sick time
- 403(b) match after 2 years
- company paid life insurance and long term disability
- paid continuing education
- Flexible spending accounts
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