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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, and knowledge of early childhood development.
Establish positive and productive relationships with families, focusing on trust and rapport.
Share pertinent information with the Family Advocate to ensure coordinated services for children and families, and participate in case conferences.
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.
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.

Skills

Collaboration
Curriculum Implementation
Child Development Knowledge
Lesson Planning
Family Engagement
Record Keeping
Assessment
Communication
Computer Literacy

Location

1825 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn NY

Work Type

Full-time
Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm or 9am - 5pm

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

$43,232.64 - $76,373.83 depending on credentials

Benefits

Life insurance
401k plan
Vacation time-off
Personal time-off
Sick time-off

About the Company

This position is with an organization focused on Early Childhood Services.

Equal Opportunity

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)