Excellent Beginnings Lead Teacher - 197 Days

Lead Teacher- Excellent Beginnings Early Childhood - REBES (197 days)Position Purpose: Under the general supervision of the Executive Director of Elementary Education and the Program Administrator to work collaboratively with program leadership, early childhood teachers and early childhood staff to improve student learning and development.Essential FunctionsAssists in the development and leadership of early childhood programs consistent with school district goals and objectives.Promotes an environment that is safe and conducive to child development and growth.Coach and mentor fellow teachers, fostering a collaborative team environmentBuild strong, empathetic relationships with students, families, and colleaguesAssist early childhood teachers and staff with implementation of evidence-based practices, including CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System) frameworks and Arkansas Child Development and Early Learning Standards: Birth through 60 MonthsAssist the program leadership in creating and implementing district instructional plans based on the Arkansas Child Development and Early Learning Standards: Birth through 60 Months and CLASS frameworkDemonstrate exemplary early childhood instruction for teachers through collaborative lesson planning, gathering student evidence, debrief/reflection over student progress, modeling,and co-teachingAssist in providing early childhood teachers and staff with training in social emotional development, cognitive development, language development, emergent literacy, mathematical thinking, content and instructional strategies that are robust and provide a coherent and rich foundation for learningAssist teachers in diagnosing individual student weaknesses, match these areas of need with appropriate instructional interventions and resourcesModel and assist students, teachers and staff with problem-solving skills and a growth mindset in all interactionsLead building efforts to analyze student data and assist leadership and teachers with the placement of students in appropriate interventionsMonitor and report the effectiveness of improved instruction through student performance data to program leadership and PLC teamsParticipate in various early childhood training sessions (CLASS) for leaders and teachersMeet regularly with the Program AdministratorsDemonstrate reflective practice and continuous professional growthAdditional DutiesPerform other related tasks as assigned by the Program Administrator and other Central Office Administrators as designated by the SuperintendentNoteThe above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.EquipmentUses standard office equipment such a personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines and telephonesTravel RequirementsTravel to school district buildings and professional meetings as requiredKnowledge, Skills, AbilitiesTeacher certification in early childhood education and/or elementary educationFive years recent experience teaching early childhoodA deep level of understanding of the Arkansas Child Development and Early Learning Standards: Birth through 60 MonthsEvidence of success in working with adult learnersEvidence of strong interpersonal skillsEvidence of strong written communication and presentation skillsEvidence of strong planning and organizational skillsEvidence of successful leadership in early childhoodExperience in conducting staff developmentExperience in mentoring/coaching teachersIn-depth knowledge of a variety of early childhood instructional strategies and routinesA strong commitment to team collaboration through Professional Learning CommunitiesPhysical And Mental Demands, Work HazardsWorks in standard office and school building environmentsCertification/LicenseArkansas State Certification as a TeacherArkansas State Certification in the appropriate grade level preferredEducationBachelor's Degree from an accredited college or universityExperienceSuccessful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level is a plusFSLA StatusExempt