Understanding of basics of child development for all levels from birth to age 12; • Understanding of several methods of kind behavioral guidance and the ability to apply the appropriate method to the situation at hand; • Ability to relate to caregivers and children who are under stress; • Ability to work with difficult population which requires a high level of social skills, maturity, and confidence in addition to being nurturing and flexible, yet firm and in charge; • Ability to communicate effectively in English (speaking and writing); If hired, I agree to abide by all of Safe Horizon’s rules and regulations, and understand that, if employed, my employment may be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the company or me. The Head Teacher shall actively engage children in these activities as well as oversee the interactions of staff with children; • Orchestrating curriculum and lesson plan development which encourages input and planning from all staff members; • Provide meals and snacks to children in accordance to the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene requirements and regulations and the OCA Statewide Children’s Centers Program Guidelines and Requirements; and.