Hybrid Lead Teacher bei University of Kansas
University of Kansas · Lawrence, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
- Junior
- Optionales Büro in Lawrence
Job Description
40% - Staff Supervision and Development
- Supervise, train, and support classroom staff and practicum students
- Provide daily feedback and conduct performance observations
- Ensure accurate implementation of individualized child programming and data collection
- Facilitate daily team planning and “feed-forward” sessions
- Support new staff and students during orientation periods
- Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in the classroom
- Follow CDC and KDHE guidelines on hygiene, diapering, sanitation, and medication
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment
- Complete and maintain classroom paperwork and documentation
- Coordinate classroom set-up and program changes between semesters
- Ensure compliance with KDHE licensing standards and CDC policies
- Communicate facility or maintenance needs to CDC administration
- Maintain classroom schedules and coordinate coverage with other supervisors
- Attend weekly team and supervisor meetings
- Communicate regularly with families about child progress and classroom activities
- Participate in family engagement events such as parent open house
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
Work Schedule
7:30a-4:00p; 9:15a-5:45p
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Contact Information to Applicants
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Meet and maintain KDHE Lead Teacher qualifications, as evidenced by application materials
- Minimum six months of experience in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or supervised practicum in a licensed program, as evidenced by work history
- Minimum six months of teaching experience in a licensed early childhood setting, as evidenced by work history
- Minimum of seven semester hours (or equivalent training) in areas such as child development, curriculum, nutrition, child guidance, parent education, or program administration
- Previous experience that required effective communication skills, as shown in application materials
- Previous experience working collaboratively in early childhood education settings, as shown in application materials
Employee Class
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Advertised Salary Range
$17.50-$20.00/hr
FTE
1.0
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in early childhood education, human development, special education, applied behavioral science, applied behavior analysis, or a related field
- One or more years of teaching experience in a licensed early childhood program
- Experience supporting children with and without developmental disabilities, ages 2½ to 7, as evidenced by application materials
- Experience training, mentoring, or supervising classroom staff or practicum students, as evidenced by application materials
- Previous experience that required knowledge of behavioral principles and data-informed teaching practices, as evidenced by application materials
- Previous experience that required written communication skills, as evidenced by application materials
Position Overview
The Lead Teacher at the Child Development Center (CDC) is responsible for the daily operations of a classroom serving young children, including those with developmental delays or disabilities. This role includes overseeing health and safety, implementing individualized educational programming, mentoring staff and practicum students, and maintaining regulatory compliance. The Lead Teacher collaborates closely with CDC faculty, staff, families, and university partners to ensure high-quality learning experiences.
Reg/Temp
Regular
Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete application consists of:
- online application
- CV/resume
- cover letter
- list of three professional references and their contact information
Job Family
Administrative Support-KUL
Work Location Assignment
On-Site
