About the Role
This position serves as a teacher for an integrated preschool classroom with a direct focus on children 3 to 5 years of age. The teacher will work collaboratively with one other lead teacher to ensure the successful operation of an integrated classroom with a total of 20 children maximum. The teacher also works with a team of other teachers and family members to implement the curriculum to achieve outcomes for children of all abilities.
Responsibilities
- Use knowledge of child growth and development principles to work with children, collaborate with related service areas, and communicate with stakeholders.
- Develop individual plans for each child, including goal setting based on identified needs and prescriptions for objectives and activities to meet established child outcomes using Creative Curriculum and TSG assessments.
- Implement daily lesson plans in response to children's needs and interests, incorporating observations, anecdotal record keeping, knowledge of early childhood development, and key experiences.
- Establish positive and productive relationships with families, focusing on trust and rapport.
- Share pertinent information with Family Advocate to ensure coordinated services for individual children and families.
- Participate in case conferences as appropriate.
- Gather and maintain individual, family, and classroom data for documentation, ongoing assessment, evaluation, and record keeping for successful individual and program planning.
- Analyze child outcomes on a classroom basis three times a year, consult with the education coordinator, and make adjustments to curriculum planning and implementation as needed.
- Conduct parent-teacher conferences twice a year.
- Complete developmental and behavioral screenings within 45 calendar days of child entry and make referrals as needed for disabilities and mental health.
Requirements
- New York State Teacher Certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth-2nd Grade) or (N-2) preferred.
- BA/BS in Early Childhood Education - MA/MS in Early Childhood Education preferred –OR- BA/BS in related fields with at least eighteen (18) credits in Early Childhood Education plus experience teaching preschool aged children.
- Basic computer literacy in email, word processing, and internet navigation.
- Clearance through DOI Fingerprint Screening, NYS Central Registry, Sex Offender Registry clearance, 3 reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test, varicella, tdap, MMR (fees may apply).
- Obtain Mandated Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with agency’s policy and procedure regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect.
- Obtain First Aid/CPR and Preventive Infectious Diseases certificate within the first year of employment.
- Meet all employee health requirements in Article 47 (DOHMH) and Head Start Performance Standards.
- Submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter.
- Provide three (3) professional references upon selection (at least two (2) from a former supervisor).
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Child Growth & Development
- Planning
- Program Implementation
- Family Partnerships
- Communication
- Service Coordination
- Record Keeping and Reporting
- On-going Monitoring and Self-assessment
- Basic computer literacy (email, word processing, internet navigation)
Location
- 928 55th, Brooklyn NY
Work Type
- Monday- Friday, 8am - 4pm or 9am - 5pm. Schedule may vary due to program needs.
Experience Level
- Experience teaching preschool aged children
Education Level
- New York State Teacher Certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth-2nd Grade) or (N-2) preferred
- BA/BS in Early Childhood Education
- MA/MS in Early Childhood Education preferred
- BA/BS in related fields with at least eighteen (18) credits in Early Childhood Education
Salary/Compensations
- $43,507.17 - $ 76,373.83 depending on credentials
Benefits
- Life insurance
- 401k plan
- Vacation time-off
- Personal time-off
- Sick time-off
About the Company
- Head Start
Equal Opportunity
- EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)
