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About the Role

The 92nd Street Y Nursery School aims to foster a commitment to Early Childhood Education, supporting individual child development through a program that strives for excellence. As Head Teacher, this position ensures the Nursery School's mission is advanced and each child's development is supported.

Responsibilities

• Create a harmonious atmosphere by being flexible, respectful, and cooperative with all staff, sharing expertise and materials.
• Participate in curriculum planning.
• Undertake all teaching responsibilities as outlined in school curriculum.
• Plan and execute all areas of curriculum.
• Supervise the whole class group.
• Supervise children in all activities, indoors and outdoors.
• Supervise Assistant and Associate teachers.
• Manage parent communication, including conferences, phone calls, meetings, and monthly newsletters.
• Articulate 92NY’s Nursery School’s philosophy, mission, and goals to a varied audience.
• Respond to inquiries or complaints, including those of a sensitive and confidential nature.
• Effectively present information to parents, management, and staff in verbal and written formats.
• Complete written reports and conference notes for all children in the class for both internal and external reference.
• Observe and evaluate the progress of each child and maintain records.
• Participate in all faculty meetings, 92NY staff meetings, cohort meetings, and class team meetings.
• Present a clear vision of the classroom for parents on Curriculum night and throughout the year.
• Coordinate parent involvement in the classroom as necessary.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and supplies.
• Utilize proficiency in Microsoft Office, Zoom, Brightwheel, and other digital platforms used by 92NY.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

• Maintain the highest level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality regarding children, families, staff, and all sensitive school matters.
• Ability to work with a diverse cultural population.
• Forward a resume and a cover letter with salary requirements.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Zoom and Brightwheel and other digital platforms used by 92NY.

Work Type

• 37.50 hours per week

Experience Level

• Minimum of 5 – 7 years teaching experience.

Education Level

• Master’s in Early Childhood Development required
• N.Y.S. Certification preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $74,000 - $83,000

About the Company

• The 92nd Street Y Nursery School fosters a sense of commitment to the profession of Early Childhood Education, a sense of purpose, accomplishment and opportunity of the individual development of children, in a program that strives for excellence in teaching.