About ABC: The Association to Benefit Children (ABC) is dedicated to ensuring that every child has a joyful, healthy, and safe life through compassionate and innovative programs since 1986.
Job Description: Would you like to teach in a warm and nurturing learning environment where teachers are supported and creativity is encouraged? ABC is currently seeking a qualified Assistant Teacher at the Graham School (1841 Park Avenue) to support preschool children ages 3-5, some with IEP’s.
Job Description
- Create a nurturing, engaging and developmentally appropriate early childhood environment for preschool children
- Observe, assess, and document each child’s health, skills, behavior, growth, and development
- Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy classroom environment
- Assist in the development of the program’s educational curriculum in collaboration with Lead Teachers Related Service Providers, and other classroom staff.
- Plan and implement activities that support the social, emotional, physical, language, and cognitive development of each child
- Encourage parental participation and develop partnerships with families
- Maintain daily attendance and meal participation counts
Education and Experience Requirements of the Assistant Teacher
- Preschool CDA, OR an Associate's in Early Childhood required. A NYS Teaching Assistant Certification preferred.
- Spanish fluency preferred.
- Knowledge of early childhood and special education curriculum and developmentally appropriate practice for 0-4 age group
- Ability to work as a cooperative and supportive team member
- Ability to communicate and cooperate with parents
- Minimum Education Level: CDA Credential (with credit-bearing certificate)
- Preferred Education Level: Associate's Degree
Please apply through our Indeed listing at: Preschool Assistant Teacher - New York, NY 10035 - Indeed.com
Or, you can email your resume to Cathleen Weng (cweng@a-b-c.org), Hiring Associate, with the subject line "Preschool Assistant Teacher."
Perks of Working at ABC as a teacher:
- Full-time W-2 position with full benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO (Health Savings Account with employer contribution available, vision premiums covered by employer)
- Tuition reimbursement for courses needed for certification
- Friendly, warm work environment
- Great team and supportive environment
- Be a part of a local, female-led organization with a strong community presence
- For eligible borrowers, ABC is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness as a non-profit organization