What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Master Teacher I/II - Carthage position at Community Action Planning Council of Jefferson County?
JOB TITLE: Master Teacher I/II
CLASSIFICATION: Academic/Full-time/Non-Exempt
POSITION GRADE: Grade 5/6
SALARY: $17.53 per hour (Associates Degree)
$18.80 per hour (Bachelor's Degree)
JOB HOURS: 32.5 hours per week; Monday-Friday
Occasional evening hours required
JOB LOCATION: CAPC Head Start Carthage Center
JOB SUMMARY:
The Master Teacher II is responsible for teaching and maintaining a safe, healthy, and
developmentally appropriate pre-school classroom of 17 3- year old children with the assistance of
the Teacher Assistant and Teacher Aide. The Master Teacher prepares and implements lesson plans
for age appropriate classroom activities and maintains compliance with NYS Daycare and Head Start
regulations. This person provides leadership, supervision and guidance to classroom staff.
Systematic planning and recordkeeping are essential for this position.
EDUCATION: Associate's degree in early childhood education or a Bachelor's Degree in education with
early education experience.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience teaching in an early childhood setting and supervision required.
SKILLS:
● Knowledge of early childhood, ability to work with young children
● Supportive and non-judgmental in working with diverse families.
● Strong organization, communication and time management skills
● Maintain confidentiality of program and agency related information
● Serve as an advocate for children and families
● Work independently and as a team member to provide quality programming for Head Start
children and families
● Keep accurate detailed records
OTHER:
Employment is conditional pending satisfactory medical exam and TB test, receipt of clearance from the NYS Office of Children and Family Services, NYS Central Register for Child Abuse & Neglect, and NYS Criminal Justice Center at the time of hire. CAPC is a substance free workplace. The agency conducts random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug testing. Physical requirements of the job include standing, sitting, walking short distances, and lifting up to 40 lbs. Must have a valid driver's license. Preference is given to qualified in-house candidates.
BENEFITS:
Agency Flexible Benefits Plan, academic schedule, paid school vacations, and unemployment benefits
during the summer.
TO APPLY:
Submit updated resume, CAPC employment application, and college transcripts to Community Action
Planning Council, 518 Davidson Street, Watertown, New York 13601, Fax: 315-785-0892, or email
hr@capcjc.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Application form available at
www.capcjc.org
EOE
Salary : $18 - $19
