Lead Teacher

If you believe in children, families & the power of community, then you can make a difference!!A Classroom Teacher at Watch Me Shine specializes and has experience in education/early intervention. The Classroom Teacher will provide support and guidance to Providers in their classrooms. The Classroom Teacher will assist the Director and Special Education Coordinators in overseeing student progress, programming, support, and the training of current and new providers joining the company. Classroom Teachers are expected to learn a variety of early intervention methods, demonstrate mastery level skills working with children with special needs, and be highly motivated and passionate about making a difference in a child's life. A Classroom Teacher at Watch Me Shine will never define a child by their diagnosis; see a future of great opportunities of friendships, joy, and possibilities. The Classroom Teacher needs to believe whole-heartedly that every child can reach their full developmental potential.Essential Functions Of The RolePlanning and implementing activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of the children in the programEnsuring equipment and the facility are clean, well maintained, and safe alwaysProviding weekly and monthly schedules of activitiesEnsure children are always supervisedProviding various experiences and activities for children including songs, games, and story tellingEstablishing routines and provide positive guidanceProviding a safe and secure environment for children to feel comfortableTracking student progressIntegrating special needs children in a positive and respectful mannerQualificationsBachelor’s degree in related fieldExperience is preferred but Watch Me Shine is willing to train the right applicant.Candidates must pass an extensive criminal background check.BenefitsRobust benefits package including health insurance, delta dental coverage, life Insurance, disability insurance, etc.Competitive PTO and company paid holidaysHigh Quality Supervision, Training and Contact HoursOur VisionTo be recognized nationally as a dynamic, highly specialized, child-centered early intervention program, empowering children to SHINE in all they do.Our MissionTo help children achieve their greatest potential by providing them with safe and supportive learning environments that respects their individuality and nurtures their capacity to engage in a broad range of social interactions and learning opportunities.Come join our Watch ME Shine family and become a vital part of our team as we continue to grow and provide services to families in the Bangor area.Please visit our website www.watchmeshine.net for more information about our program.