Master Teacher

Position Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Head Start Mentor Teacher, the Head Start Master Teacher is responsible for monitoring of teaching staff and as a Practice Base Coaching for quality improvements. The role of the Master Teacher is to provide and maintain high levels of quality by supporting Head Start teachers. The primary role is to visit classrooms and coach teachers by using a reflective practice in CLASS/Creative Curriculum and role modeling to improve instruction. This position is responsible for monitoring and maintaining CLASS/TSG systems that support; developmentally appropriate early child practices, performance standards, positive behavioral support and outcomes that provide a rich learning experience for the children and families served based on knowledge of; early childhood theories, practices, Federal, Tribal and local regulations. Must coordinate with the Family, Mentor Teacher, Disabilities Advocate to meet the requirements for all education and child development services as defined in the Head Start Performance Standards and other regulations to ensure that the classroom staff effectively implements services to all children and families enrolled in the Head Start Program that are developmentally appropriate and responsive to their needs following the program goals, objectives, Head Start Performance
Standards, School Readiness Goals, Head Start Framework and Teaching Strategies Goal curriculum guidelines. This will enable the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony to maintain high quality early childhood education services and to promote staff career development in Head Start.

Duties:

• Monitor classroom and staff compliance with all Head Start regulations as related to classroom services provided to the children and families and the classroom environment is safe, healthy, conducive to learning and the children are provided opportunities that will help them develop physically, socially, cognitively, and emotionally
• Assist in Head Start Administration planning. Is responsible for tracking all training provided to Head Start staff and will develop and assist the Mentor Teacher in building skills and education through an approved PDP/Nevada Registry training plan that is reviewed and updated annually and in collaboration with other administrative staff; make arrangements for staff training based the needs of staff on review of their performance and parents needs to develop appropriate training goals and plans.
• Ensure that the program environment helps children develop emotional security and social relationships by enhancing each child’s understanding of self as an individual and as a member of a group and develop a system for positive outcomes to ensure classrooms are providing individual and small group experiences for all children, both indoors and outdoors using various strategies including experimentation, inquiry, observation, play and exploration and Positive Behavioral Support strategies to promote and support each child’s learning and progress using observations and ongoing assessment of each child, and providing each child with opportunities for success to help develop feelings of competence, self-esteem, and positive attitudes toward learning.
• Ensure that classroom staff are coordinating with other staff to plan; program environment, schedules, electronic and written lesson plans and other activities to be implemented daily in the classroom as outlined in the Creative Curriculum and Head Start Performance Standards; and review them monthly to determine effectiveness and assist in making sure the daily nutrition program provided to the children is developmentally appropriate and meets the Head Start Performance guidelines.
• Participate in and emphasize developmentally appropriate practice by using resources, technology, and training programs.
• Provides and demonstrates activities in all aspects of early literacy, language and cognitive development according to the Program’s use of Creative Curriculum along with the inclusion of specific cultural requirements to the curriculum and; models best practices of early childhood education
• Collaborate with Mentor Teacher, Disability Advocate and other programs to provide high quality services to the children and families and must be able to work with agencies to meet the needs of children with disabilities.
• Must accurately track, record, document, and monitor on a weekly basis; classroom files, on-going observations; attendance, meal count, daily cleaning, inventory and classroom safety checklists, monthly monitoring reports of classroom progress in meeting program goals and the Head Start Performance Standards and provide assistance to Teacher in resolve problems and concerns.
• Works effectively in a team environment and actively participates in joint problem solving; willingly cooperates with co-workers listening attentively to others; asks clarifying questions to gain a better understanding of the other person’s views and underlying assumptions, following rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to implementing changes
• Deals with issues directly, in a respectful and timely manner. Focuses on resolving the issue while not criticizing the person
• Promote and establish a positive relationship and communicate effectively with other staff and parents using daily communication and implementing positive working relationships with children, families and co-workers, utilizing a variety of communication styles like; informal telephone calls, face-to-face conversations, written correspondence, electronic mail and weekly newsletter, to provide timely; services, information, answers to questions, and guidance on a regular basis. Communicate on a regular basis verbally, electronically and in writing to the Head Start Manger regarding program issues including concerns and recommendations, related to but not limited to children, families, staff and program.
• Organize records and paperwork processes and consistently demonstrate excellent oral and written communications skills providing ongoing monitoring and assessment of areas related to the position; maintain detailed records of progress and outcomes providing a written, monthly report to the Head Start Manager to measure impact of services and activities provided to the children and families.
• Any deviation from regular scheduled work hours and/or activities must be pre-approved by supervisor.
• Performs other duties as required to be in compliance with Head Start and Personnel Policies and Procedures and the Head start Performance Standards to help meet the needs of the Head Start program.
• Attend Policy Council meetings as directed by the Head Start Manager to give and receive recommendations on program; attend Tribal Council meetings and other meetings when requested.
• Complete and submit reports to the Head Start Manager, and as may be requested by the Policy Council and/or Tribal Council.
• Substitute in all areas of the Head Start program as needed and will substitute for teachers in classrooms in emergency or training situations if needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• The Head Start Master Teacher will meet the qualifications for this position as specified in section 648A of the Head Start Act; must have a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college or university or an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a field related to early childhood education with a minimum of fifteen (15) credits completed in Early Childhood Education and; at least two (2) years of prior experience working in early childhood.
• Able to maintain confidentiality of personal information about children, families, and staff.
• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; regularly required to stand, walk and sit, talk or hear both in person and by telephone; also regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl, climb or balance and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work with people from diverse cultures, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds with knowledge of Tribal community and sensitivity to Native American Indian needs.
• Must be a minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age at time of hire and be eligible for participation in the Vehicle Insurance Program;
• Have a valid Driver’s License and current DMV record submitted prior to date of hire;
• Must satisfactorily pass an annual physical examination and TB screening
• Must possess and maintain infant and adult CPR certification, First Aid certification, and a Food Handler’s Certification within three (3) months from date of hire and each year thereafter.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening and background checks

PLEASE NOTE: Hiring preference will be given to qualified tribal members of Reno-Sparks Indian Colony followed by members of other federally recognized tribes. Must pass and comply with the HR Policy 164.905- PL101.630. The Reno-Sparks Indian Colony requires a designated candidate to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check, and confirmation of professional references and certifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.74 - $25.74 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Reno, NV 89502: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person