The Early Childhood Education (ECE) Lead/Asst. Teacher/Group Leader is responsible for the academic, social-emotional growth and development of all children in their care, which may include toddlers and/or preschool age children and/or school age children; develops partnerships with parents/guardians to engage and encourage parent participation in the program. The ECE Lead/Asst. Teacher is also responsible for assuring compliance with codes of all State and local governing contracting agencies; and works collegially with other staff members of APEC Learning Center.