Early Learning Center Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing and documenting an effective, comprehensive child development program for children and families, based on appropriate childcare principles and practices as well as agency policies. Position term length will be through December, 2024 with opportunity for extension or transition into permenant position. 

Essential Responsibilities: (other duties as assigned)

• Ensures      the appropriate staffing and supervision of the classroom at all times. 
• Plans,      documents and implements a daily age-appropriate program which meets the      developmental needs of all children and reflects the language and culture      of all children. 
• Arranges      the classroom into definite interest centers that encourage small group,      large group and individual activities.
• Promotes      and models good health habits, hand washing, tooth brushing etc. Integrates      health and safety education into the classroom. 
• Maintains      rooms, equipment and toys:
  • Provides a variety of materials/toys for children.
  • Removes any equipment/materials which need repair or replacement in       or outside.
  • Maintains an organized, neat, interesting and stimulating       environment.
  • Ensures that classroom is cleaned daily (wash, sweep, vacuum, clean       equipment, etc.).
• Observes,      records and assesses child’s progress with parent input to ensure the      implementation of multiple curriculums to provide an individualized      program for all children.
• Maintains      accurate up-to-date records and documentation and ensures timely      submission where applicable.

o Attendance.

o Keeps posted in room: fire drill procedures and other emergency information, menus and daily planning sheet. Ensures all staff and volunteers are familiar with the same.

• Develops,      maintains and documents partnerships with parents to enhance their role      and skills in their child’s development and to keep parents informed of      their child’s progress. Minimum      activities include:

o Attends parent meetings as requested.

o Encourages, supports and facilitates parent participation in all areas of the program as needed.

o Encourages and assists parents by helping them to develop activities, for use in the home which will support the child’s classroom experience. 

o Attends and participates in Individual Education Program meetings as requested. 

• Participates      in ongoing staff development to support continued growth in personal and      professional skills. Participates in trainings, staff meetings or other      related meetings as requested. 
• Works      with consultant/therapists assigned to the program in order to provide the      most appropriate program for children. (i.e. speech therapists,      occupational therapists, physical therapists, developmental therapists,      mental health, health and nutrition consultants).
• Maintains,      participates in and keeps current training certification in First Aid/CPR      training. 
• Provides      leadership and establishes and maintains effective working relationships      with staff, parents, community providers and public school personnel.
• Practices      reliability and dependability and maintains a professional attitude in all      respects of employment. 

· Maintains confidentiality of all people served and adheres to agency and program HIPAA and FERPA policies and procedures.

· Ensures client safety through compliance with regulations as a mandated reporter. Follow protocols for reporting as established by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services.

Additional Responsibilities:

· Recognizes the primary importance of the organization’s stated mission. This job position will require flexibility and continuous development of job performance to achieve its intended purpose.

· Adheres to Pine Tree Society’s communication platform and media policies to ensure consistent brand messaging and image to internal and external stakeholders.

· Respects confidentiality and abides by the Society’s HIPAA and FERPA policy when discussing client, staff, volunteer and organizational matters including fiscal and related information.

· Adheres to a safety/risk management program that includes assessment, evaluation, establishment of procedures, incident review, workplace engineering, infection control protocols, training and such other measures that ensure a safe and healthy workplace environment.

Qualifications; knowledge, skills and abilities:

· Willingness to participate in training, possess good verbal and written communication skills and work as an effective team member.

· Ability to work and communicate effectively with parents, therapists and supervise others.

· Must have a sincere interest, commitment and ability to the provision of operating a quality program for children and families.

· Ability to organize time effectively and remain flexible in order to meet competing demands of time and attention.

· Demonstrated knowledge of and demonstrated competency in the use of computer systems in order to perform daily word processing tasks and proper network utilization.

· Possess a valid driver’s license with a clear driving record, have a reliable vehicle with at least the state minimum automobile insurance coverage and the ability and willingness to travel to off-site locations.

· Must pass all required background checks including, but not limited to: motor vehicle, criminal, Child Protective Services, Maine DOE CHRC, Maine Child Care Licensing, US DHHS Fraud Prevention and Protection (OIG) and MaineCare background checks.

Education/Experience:

· Minimum requirement: Must hold or apply and be eligible for an Educational Technician III Certification from the Maine Department of Education. 

· Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Special Education is preferred as well as a 282 or 081 Endorsement for birth-5.

· Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a degree in a related field and teaching experience with children ages birth-5 is acceptable.

· Certification in First Aid/CPR.

· Certification in Safety Care Behavioral Safety Training.

Physical Demands:

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions. While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to:

Specifics and Frequency for this position

 Sit or Stand, Remain in stationary position - Regularly/Daily

 Walk, Move - Regularly/Daily 6+ hours

 Use Hands/Fingers to handle or feel, Activate, use, position, prepare, place - Regularly/Daily 6+ hours

 Climb or balance, Ascend/descend, traverse - Regularly

 Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, Position and move self to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl - Regularly

 Talk and hear, Communicate, convey, exchange info - Regularly/Daily

 See, Observe, identify, recognize, determine - Regularly/Daily

 Taste and smell, Distinguish, determine - Regularly/Daily

 Lift and carry weight, Position, move, transport, put - Reg. 10 lbs., frequently 25 lbs., Occas. 50+lbs