The Early Learning Master Teacher, under supervision of the Early Learning Program Manager, plans, organizes and implements the organization’s educational program for children enrolled in the Early Learning Program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, organize and implement the program for preschool-aged children in accordance with approved curriculum, applicable policies and philosophy of Think Together.
• Provide learning readiness experiences in literacy, language, mathematics, science, social growth and self-concept.
• Develop and implement daily lesson plans to meet the individual needs/interests of children.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
• Maintain an atmosphere that develops each child's self-esteem and respect for others.
• Evaluate student achievement and growth using State, Think’s and district assessments.
• Maintain records of children's progress.
• Conduct parent conferences on children's school adjustment, academic progress and classroom behavior.
• Assist in identifying children with special needs and refer to proper agencies for testing and evaluation.
• Maintain a clean, safe, attractive and positive learning environment, which assists children in making a positive transition from home to preschool.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Maintain professional competence through participation in trainings, workshops, courses and other professional growth activities.
• Provide training and work direction to instructional assistants and volunteers; participate in evaluations as requested.
• Change children's clothes and tend to injuries, illness and toileting needs as necessary.
• Assure availability of appropriate classroom supplies and materials; requisition necessary supplies and materials as needed.
• Assume Site Director responsibilities when director is not present.
• Other duties as assigned to meet program needs, requirements and regulations

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE:

• 24 units ECE/CD (Early Childhood Education/Child Development) including core courses, plus 16 General Education units, 6 units in area of specialization area, and 2 semester units of adult supervision and experience (350 days@ 3 hours/day) working with preschool age children within the last four years. (Child Development Site Supervisor Preferred)
• Must pass background check
• TB test clearance to be renewed every two years.
• Current certification in Pediatric CPR/First Aid and Health and Safety (16 hours)
• Comply with immunization, background check standards and other required screenings as mandated by Human Resources

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work well with people and a sensitivity to the needs of children and families.
• Computer skills and knowledge of Windows, Excel and Word at an intermediate or advanced level.
• Ability to correctly and effectively communicate in written and oral English.
• A California Driver's License, daily use of an automobile, and automobile liability insurance
• Must pass background check
• Bi-literate in Spanish is required.

• Actively participate with ideas and feedback during planning sessions geared towards the review and development of program plans.
• Participate in all program participant recruitment efforts as well as overseeing that enrollment occurs in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of program supplies and materials as well as submitting inventory detail as requested.
• Purchase preapproved program supplies and materials as needed abiding by all Think Together set policies and procedures.
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents to obtain information to better serve families and maintain program quality. This includes but is not limited to the distribution of programmatic materials and event announcements.
• Encourage parents to attend and participate in workshops, meetings and advisory committees.
• Actively link parents/families and support them in their interaction with outside services as provided by ELP Leadership Staff.
• Facilitate workshops on early literacy strategies for parents as needed.
• Maintain accurate/detailed records, facilitate meetings, and document referrals. This includes but is not limited to attendance sheets and enrollment packets.
• Maintain confidential records for each family as assigned.
• Act as a role model for the communities/sites assigned, fostering professionalism and leadership qualities while always upholding Think Together’s mission and values in positive regard.
• Translate for non-English speaking parents; and, assist parents with application for service as needed
• Maintain compliance with Think Together and District policies and procedures.
• Participate in Think Together trainings and meetings as requested; May be required to facilitate workshops.
• Nurtures and builds strong relationships with volunteers to develop good communication for accountability and long-term commitment to volunteering.
• Implements the safety plan at the site.
• Implements other human resource policies and procedures.
• Attends regularly scheduled meetings and other meetings and trainings as requested.