TEACHER LEAD

Description

This position is Partially Grant Funded at .65 of the salary

UCP is seeking a full time Lead teacher. Monday - Friday, Center based. Competitive Pay based on education and experience.

A Lead Teacher is responsible for the overall supervision and management of their assigned classroom
using developmentally appropriate practices, and the supervision of Early Learning Center Teachers and
Teacher's aides.
Essential Functions as Lead Teacher:
Collaborate with therapists and specialists to achieve integrated work of children receiving Early
Intervention services and therapies.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Arizona Department of Health Childcare licensing regulation (AZDHS)
NAEYC policies and procedures
Child development.
Developmentally appropriate practice.
Appropriate guidance techniques.
Inclusion practices for children with special needs.
Strategies to address behavioral issues affecting children.
Curriculum planning and implementation.
Child assessment methods.
Effective oral and written communication.
Delegate tasks
Embrace new ideas
Analyze situations and take the appropriate course of action.
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with all levels of staff, parents and children, both orally
and in writing.
Bend, kneel or crouch in order to lift children and work on the floor.
Be available for assigned but flexible weekly schedule between 6:30 am and 6:00 pm.
Attend meetings, trainings and UCP Learning Center events as required
Develop and implement staffing schedules, including procedures for covering staff absences with
the collaboration of other lead teachers.
Assist when needed Early Learning Center Director in the interviewing and selection of new employees.
performance, rules and regulations.
Assist Early Learning Center Director in completing and delivering performance appraisals.
Recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary action.
Act as designated person in charge in the absence of Assistant or Program Early Learning Center Directors.

Essential Classroom Responsibilities:
Interact with children at their level frequently and respectfully.
Use appropriate guidance techniques with children, defining and maintaining, clear, consistent and
fair limits for classroom behavior, using redirection and encouragement of appropriate behavior.
Plan, organize and implement monthly and daily developmentally appropriate curriculum for young
children.
Prepare and post weekly lesson plans and activities.
Plan and implement daily classroom schedules and routines to meet the needs of the program and
children.
Evaluate the skills and progress of each child according to defined schedules.
Maintain required staff-to-child ratios, supervising enrolled children using sight and sound.
depictions that reflect an anti-bias curriculum and multi-cultural respect.
Maintain 20 hours of trainings within a 12 month period, as required by Arizona Department of Health
Childcare Licensing and NAEYC.
Monitor and maintain classroom compliance with Arizona Department of Health, NAEYC and Quality
First policies and standards.
Responsible for carrying out proper fire drill and evacuation procedures.
Participation in ELC Strategic planning process.
As a mandated reporter, report any suspected or alleged child abuse or neglect.
Maintain toys, materials and equipment in clean and sanitary condition by following the posted
disinfecting schedule.
Maintain personal hygiene standards.
Serve meals in accordance with CACFP Guidelines
Attend trainings and meetings as required.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned. Maintains optimum attendance and reliability
Performs other related duties as assigned
Maintain confidentiality
Demonstrate UCP Values

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Arizona Department of Health Childcare licensing regulation (AZDHS)
NAEYC policies and procedures
Child development.
Developmentally appropriate practice.
Appropriate guidance techniques.
Inclusion practices for children with special needs.
Strategies to address behavioral issues affecting children.
Curriculum planning and implementation.
Child assessment methods.
Effective oral and written communication.
Delegate tasks
Embrace new ideas
Analyze situations and take the appropriate course of action.
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with all levels of staff, parents and children, both orally
and in writing.
Bend, kneel or crouch in order to lift children and work on the floor.
Be available for assigned but flexible weekly schedule between 6:30 am and 6:00 pm.
Attend meetings, trainings and UCP Learning Center events as required

Minimum: AA degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or closely related field with at least
one year of early childhood education experience, including 6 months of classroom teaching.
Preferred: BA in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or closely related field, with at least three
years early childhood experience in a licensed facility, including one year of classroom experience.
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Requirements:
Must satisfy Department of Health Services (DHS) licensure requirements for valid First Aid and
Infant & Child CPR certifications,
Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Negative results of a Mantoux TB test.
Maricopa County Food Handler Certification
21 years of age or older
Must have reliable transportation with daily access to vehicle

The work environment includes a classroom environment, inside and out of doors with moderate to high
noise levels and possible exposure to blood borne pathogens.

UCP of Central Arizona is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our human capital is the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and UCP’s achievement as well. UCP of Central Arizona is a Equal Opportunity Employer.