Preschool Site Supervisor and Head Teacher North Franklin, CT (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=206+Pond+Rd+North+Franklin+CT+USA+06254) Job Type Part-time Description WHO WE ARE:Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 150 locations. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. Check out what it's like to work with us at https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus. We're on the lookout for a dynamic Preschool Head Teacher/Site Supervisor to lead our Preschool WrapAround Program in North Franklin, CT. As the Preschool Head Teacher, you'll be the driving force behind every aspect of the operation of the Healthy Kids Program Site. JOB STATUS:Part-Time, Non-Exempt PAY:$22.00 - $25.00 per hour SCHEDULE:10:45am - 6:00pm SITE SUPERVISOR JOB CONSISTS OF: + Guiding Compliance:Ensure that both staff and program adhere to state guidelines, Healthy Kids policies, and the rules set by our host school. + Bringing the Fun:Direct engaging hands-on activities based on the Healthy Kids Curriculum, covering fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and more. + Managing Like a Boss:Take charge of essential management tasks, including maintaining accurate attendance and registration records, and ensuring proper staffing levels to keep the program running smoothly. + Keeping Everyone in the Loop:Maintain open lines of communication with parents and family members through the Playground App. + Team Collaboration:Communicate effectively and regularly with your direct report, ensuring they're up to speed on daily occurrences and addressing any issues that arise in a timely manner. By working together as a cohesive team, we'll provide the highest quality of care, foster a positive working environment, and proactively tackle any challenges that come our way. LEAD TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIES: + Crafting Adventures:Develop and execute weekly plans, infusing age-appropriate lessons using the Creative Curriculum to ignite children's development across all domains. + Building Bonds:Foster positive adult/child interactions using the CLASS method, ensuring every child feels seen, heard, and valued. + Safety First: Guarantee the well-being of all children under your care, implementing standards outlined in ECERS/ITERS to maintain a safe and nurturing environment. + Keeping Connected:Maintain open channels of communication with parents/caregivers via the Playground App, email, and face-to-face meetings, because collaboration is key! + Tracking Progress:Conduct ongoing developmental evaluations of children and organize regular parent conferences to discuss their growth, needs, and interests. + Smooth Transitions:Guide families through the transitions from preschool to kindergarten, ensuring every child feels supported every step of the way. + Team Support:Keep Assistants in the loop with all classroom and program updates, providing training and guidance as needed to ensure everyone is on the same page. + Continuous Learning:Dive into ongoing in-service and educational opportunities provided by Healthy Kids, because we believe in investing in your growth and development every step of the way. Requirements EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: To be qualified as a head teacher, a person must possess either: Option 1: + A current center-based Child Development Associate Credential issued from the Council for Professional RecognitionAND over not less than a nine (9) month span of time: At least one thousand and eighty (1,080) hours of documented supervised experience working with children in a program that serves children under the age of 6 years. Option 2: + Twelve (12) credits in early childhood education or child development from a regionally accredited higher education institutionANDover not less than a nine (9) month span of time: At least one thousand and eighty (1,080) hours of documented supervised experience working with children in a program that serves children under the age of 6 years. Option 3: + A four (4) year college degree in early childhood education or child development from a regionally accredited higher education institution At least three hundred and sixty (360) hours of documented supervised experience working with unrelated children under the age of 6 yearsANDat least one semester of student teaching with children under the age of 6 years. QUALIFICATIONS: + You’re warm, friendly, and upbeat. Exceptional people skills are your jam, whether it's with kiddos, parents, or fellow team members. Plus, you're professional, reliable, and always prompt. + You're ready to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and basically do whatever it takes to keep up with energetic kiddos! + Must have experience working in a child care center PART-TIME PERKS: + Telehealth Benefits:Stay healthy and happy with access to virtual care + Vision Insurance:Keep your vision clear—because we want you to see your future with us! + Dental Insurance:Smile bright with dental coverage that keeps you healthy from the inside out. + AFLAC Supplemental Plans:Because we believe in going above and beyond to take care of our team. + 401(k) for eligible employees:Yep, we're serious about your future too! + Paid Sick Time Off:Because your health should always come first. + On-Demand Pay:Why wait for payday when you can have your money when you need it? + Career Development:Level up your skills and expertise on us! + Growth Opportunities:We’re growing and we need people to grow with us! Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com Salary Description $22.00 - $25.00 per hour