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About the Role
As an Assistant Teacher in the Young Wonders Early Childhood Center, you will be instrumental in shaping confident, compassionate learners by creating an emotionally safe and inclusive classroom environment, delivering developmentally appropriate curriculum, celebrating diversity, and partnering with families. The YWCA of Binghamton & Broome County's mission is to eliminate racism, empower women and children, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
Responsibilities
- Create an emotionally safe and inclusive classroom environment.
- Deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum using Teaching Strategies Creative Curriculum.
- Celebrate diversity by honoring children’s unique cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Partner with families to support each child’s growth and success.
- Foster positive relationships with parents and families.
- Establish and maintain good communication with parents and families.
- Approach sensitive topics with empathy, cultural sensitivity and professionalism.
- Regularly communicate student progress and achievements to parents and families.
- Assist the Lead Teacher in making informed and thoughtful decisions regarding student development.
- Foster a culturally inclusive and respectful classroom environment.
- Assist in the consistent evaluation and adjustment of the classroom layout, materials, and resources.
- Assist in preparing and maintaining a warm and safe environment.
- Assist in the implementation of tools and strategies that promote structure, routine, self-regulation and clear expectations for children.
- Use appropriate and positive discipline techniques endorsed by Conscious Discipline.
- Provide individualized attention to students as needed.
- Prioritize the development and maintenance of positive, trusting relationships with children.
- Integrate self-regulation tools and problem-solving strategies into daily classroom activities.
- Absorb, record, and report significant individual and group behavior.
- Maintain professionalism and composure in challenging situations.
- Recognize when to step away or seek support in high stress scenarios.
- Implement strategies to assist children through moments of distress or aggression.
- Approach challenging behaviors with a positive and growth-oriented mindset.
- Facilitate smooth transitions for new students entering the program.
- Assist current students in transitioning out of the classroom.
- Support the implementation of action plans for children experiencing challenges with self-regulation.
- Stay current with all relevant state regulations, YWCA policies and Young Wonders policies.
- Be knowledgeable about and adhere to emergency protocols and procedures.
- Serve as a mandated reporter.
- Develop and implement structured protocols to prevent exposures to allergens.
- Maintain all necessary records and files.
- Make informed decisions and take necessary actions to protect the well-being of students.
- Manage toileting needs of children, including changing diapers if necessary.
- Participate in family style meals, encouraging children to self-serve and increase independence.
- Ensure proper supervision of children.
- Handle conflicts with colleagues in a professional manner.
- Serve as the Lead Teacher’s designee as needed.
- Maintained consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Actively seek feedback from colleagues and supervisors.
- Work cooperatively with other teachers and center staff members.
- Participate in professional development opportunities.
- Supervise, train and evaluate staff on an ongoing basis.
- Perform any other tasks or duties which the job requires.
- Maintain a predictable schedule while demonstrating flexibility.
- Engage in ongoing self-reflection and evaluation of your professional practices.
- Offer a program that meets the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of both the individual and the group.
- Develop appropriate relationships with children of diverse backgrounds.
- Implement curriculum and teaching practices that reflect and celebrate the diversity of students.
- Implement environmental changes and activities according to best practice guidelines by the National Association for Education of Young Children.
- Assist in the creation of a language rich environment that promotes vocabulary development and active engagement.
- Use daily, weekly, and monthly lesson plans and individual goals using The Creative Curriculum by Teaching Strategies.
- Assist in the completion of regular observations on all children.
- Prioritize interaction with children and encourage their involvement in activities.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, adapting teaching methods to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- 6 months of experience working with children less than 13 years of age.
- Ability to relate joyfully and sensitively to children and parents/guardians.
- Ability to pick up a child weighing up to 40 pounds.
- Evidence of emotional maturity and stability.
- Evidence of sufficient security and judgment to handle crisis situations and to use supervision constructively.
- Physical stamina
- Possess or be willing to obtain certification in Medication Administration, Infant and child CPR/AED, and Child and adult First Aid.
Skills
- Teaching Strategies Creative Curriculum
- Conscious Discipline
- The Creative Curriculum by Teaching Strategies
- The Core Body of Knowledge
- National Association for Education of Young Children best practice guidelines
- Medication Administration certification
- Infant and child CPR/AED certification
- Child and adult First Aid certification
Location
- Binghamton, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 6 months experience working with children less than 13 years of age
Education Level
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $20.00 - $22.00 per hour, dependent on qualifications
About the Company
- At the YWCA of Binghamton & Broome County, our mission is to eliminate racism, empower women and children, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all—a legacy we’ve upheld for over 125 years.
- Our center’s vision is “Confident and secure future adults are constructed by trusted educarers who take a culturally relevant and reflective approach,” ensuring every child feels seen and supported.
Equal Opportunity
- The YWCA of Binghamton / Broome County is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.