Teacher
The Child Center of NY
Manhattan, NY
Teacher Full-time Onsite $36,000 - $68,000 a year*
*Based on credentialing and degree.
Posted 179 days ago (January 2, 2025)
Organization Statement

The Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYCÒ€ℒs most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year. 

Job Description

In this role you will:
be responsible for the creation of a responsive, age-appropriate experience that fosters the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth of the children. The Teacher directs the classroom in a professional, respectful manner while creating a safe nurturing environment

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

  • Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start Program Performance Standards in addition to local, state, and other federal guidelines.
  • Implement a curriculum adhering to Early Childhood best practices as defined by National Education for Young Children (NAEYC), NYS (New York State) Quality Rating and Improvement System, NYS Common Core, NYS Early Learning Framework, and Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (if applicable).
  • Maintain a comprehensive and ongoing portfolio assessment for each child, including observations, developmental and social emotional assessments.
  • Conduct home visits and parent conferences to discuss the child's individual development and progress.
  • Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment. Assure that classroom equipment, furniture, materials, and supplies are properly maintained and stored;
  • Use the playground as an extension of the classroom; assure that the playground is safe;
  • Conduct daily health checklist and monthly environment checklist.
  • Integrate the implementation of children's I.E.P. (Individual Education Plan) or I.F.S.P. (Individual Family Service Plan) into lesson plans for individualized outcomes.
  • Perform other duties, as may be required.
Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • BachelorÒ€ℒs degree in early childhood education or related field.
  • 2 yearsÒ€ℒ experience preferred.
  • NYS licensed or any approved study plan teacher in accordance with the NYC Department of Health regulations. Bilingual preferred in one or more of the following: Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali and others, may be required depending on client needs.


Qualifications Preferred:

  • MasterÒ€ℒs degree in early childhood education or related field with NYS certification
  • Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
  • Preferred Education Level: NYS Teacher Certification
Application Instructions

Please visit our career page to apply and be consider for the role.

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Additional Information

We also offer:

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • 401k Pension and Employer Contribution
  • Flexible Spending and Commuter Benefits Accounts
  • Employer paid short-term & long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program

 

The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer.   All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law.  EOE M/F/D/V 

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