An employee in this class evaluates and interprets data reflecting children’s developmental levels; plans developmentally appropriate educational activities; participates in activities and teaches children; supervises an Assistant Teacher and any volunteers in the classroom; and maintains educational and administrative records. Work includes promoting parent involvement; sharing information on children’s progress; and making referrals for other component services. Work is carried out in accordance with federal Head Start Program Performance Standards, State licensing and accrediting organizations’ requirements. Work involves coordination with internal components to ensure comprehensive integrated services and contact with community agencies. Work requires an understanding of the federal Head Start Program Performance Standards, professional educational field, and demonstrated teamwork skills. Considerable tact, diplomacy, and the ability to exercise sound judgment are needed to, effectively perform these duties. Work subjects employees to inside and outside environmental conditions. Duties may expose employees to human body fluids in emergencies, thus is subject to the OSHA requirements on blood-borne pathogens.