Lead Teacher

Early Head Start East New York University Settlement

Date Posted: 08/14/2024

Location: Brooklyn, New York

Salary/Wage: $45,000 - $52,000 a year

Job Type: Full-time

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Description:

Lead TeacherÂ

Inspire Learning:Â Lead engaging classroom sessions and provide educational support to classroom staff.
Curriculum Innovation:Â Develop and implement a dynamic, challenging, and playful classroom curriculum.
Child Development:Â Provide primary care to classroom children, conduct developmental assessments, and set goals based on assessments.
Community Engagement:Â Build stable relationships with families, conduct home visits, and identify and refer children with special needs.
Leadership:Â Mentor assistant teachers, provide guidance and training to program staff, and assist with classroom setup and cleanup.
Documentation and Compliance:Â Maintain proper documentation on classroom and program activities, track attendance, and manage CACFP records
Professional Development:Â Attend conferences and training to stay updated in the field.

Educational Excellence:Â NYS Certification in Early Childhood Education recommended, with a Bachelorâ€™s degree required.
Experience:Â Two to three years of experience working with toddlers in a classroom setting. One to two years of supervisory experience.
Bilingual Advantage:Â English/Spanish proficiency strongly preferred.
Skills:Â Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills.

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education Level: Master's Degree

AssistantÂ Education Director Makeda SpencerÂ

Tel: 646-983-4926

Email. mspencer@universitysettlement.org

Employee Benefits Highlights:

Time Off:Â Generous vacation, sick, and personal days, plus holidays.
Health Coverage:Â Comprehensive plans for medical, dental, and vision.
Financial Wellness:Â Pre-tax savings accounts, including FSA and commuter benefits. 403(b) Retirement Plan with a 6% salary match.
Work-Life Balance:Â Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, 35 hours per week.