Lead Teacher

Description:

Our Early Childhood Education department services low income children ages 2 to 4 in Chelsea and other neighboring communities on the west side of Manhattan. Whether you're a recent graduate who is new to the field, or a seasoned veteran teacher, we welcome all teachers to join Hudson Guild in creating a healthy, nurturing and collaborative learning environment. Following DOH Article 47 programming, our teachers implement curriculum that supports each child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth and development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work collaboratively with classroom staff to ensure a safe and healthy classroom
• Supervise staff in the classroom including assistant teachers, aides, volunteers, and therapists
• Develop lesson plans that are aligned with the Creative Curriculum format and the Common Core Standards
• Effectively communicate the development and progress of children with families using cultural sensitivity
• Responsible for identifying children with disabilities and assisting with referrals
• Maintain up to date documentation for children in your classroom, including being responsible for assessing children in the classroom, writing monthly observations, and conducting home visits
• Responsible for maintaining and updating classroom setting regularly
• Attend weekly teacher meetings, monthly in-service training's, and other professional development training's
• Follow governing agency guidelines including the Department of Health & Mental Hygiene, Head Start, Administration for Children’s Services, and Universal Pre-Kindergarten
• Perform other duties as assigned

As a NYC contracted agency all positions at Hudson Guild fall under the NYC vaccine mandate. All employees, consultants, volunteers and interns must show proof of vaccination upon hire.

Hudson Guild is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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