JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Summary: The Early Head Start Lead Teacher(EHST) is responsible for the daily programming for children enrolled atSt. Joseph Academy in the Early Head Start program. The role includesproviding developmentally appropriate practices and high quality earlycare and education. The EHST ensures that the needs of children andtheir families are understood and communicated as the primary SJAliaison. The EHST will have strong knowledge of working with childrenfrom birth to age three in order to adapt curriculum and expectations asthey loop with the children served. The EHST implements the earlychildhood program within local, state and federal guidelines, rules,regulations and laws, Wisconsin licensing, Federal Early Head StartStandards, and accreditation standards. Position Reports to: ECECDirector Qualifications: BA degree in early childhood education orrelated field preferred (Staff meeting minimum requirement of an EarlyChildhood Associates Degree, Child Development Associate (CDA) orsuccessful completion of 12 college credits in Infant/Toddler earlychildhood education) 2+ years experience within early care working in alicensed childcare setting working with from birth to three years.Knowledge of Early Head Start standards Exemplary interpersonal,collaborative, and planning skills Interest and ability to supportchildren and their families Ability to analyze an issue, identifyoptions, and implement solutions Ability to work cooperatively withpeople in and outside of the Education/Childcare Services departmentAbility to communicate (verbally and in writing) and effectivelyinteract with children, their family members, management, and staffmembers Ability to respond positively to work direction and guidancefrom others Ability to work independently, managing multiple demandingtasks under critical timeframes Equipment Used: personal computers,printers, phone systems, fax machine, photocopier Physical and MentalRequirements: Must have ability to sit (25%), walk/stand (75%),routinely throughout the shift. Must be able to periodically lift up to50 lbs. Must have functional senses/manual dexterity to carry out thejob; communicate effectively; and use of office equipment. Must have theability to deal effectively with the stress of managingemergency/critical situations and multiple tasks. EnvironmentalConditions: Performs duties with exposure to infectious or communicablediseases inherent to care children, and occasional exposure to loud orunpleasant voices due to unpredictable behavior of the children andseasonal exposure to high humidity, heat and cold due to the internaland external environment. Essential Functions: Quality Assurance Ensuresconsistent compliance and meets all YoungStar, accreditation and/orlicensing... For full info follow application link. Equal OpportunityEmployer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individualswith Disabilities ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:ipc.us/t/F3D0DD7D02624FB3