Preschool Teacher and Assistant Teacher

Description:

We are a small, vibrant early childhood program nestled in the heart of Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn, serving a mixed-age group of children ages 2 years to 5 years old. 

We are offering 2 positions that are year-round. Full-time or Part-time:

Preschool Teacher who will also be our Onsite Provider 

Assistant Teacher

Responsibilities:

Your Role
As part of our teaching team, you’ll help create a joyful classroom where children feel safe, seen, and supported. You will:

• Bring warmth, joy, and care to the program.
• Supervise and engage children with warmth and care all day.
• Maintain a gentle, curious, and respectful approach to children and families
• Build strong, nurturing relationships to support children’s social and emotional growth.
• Plan and lead activities that match children’s interests and development.
• Help prepare materials and implement learning experiences.
• Observe and track children’s progress to guide teaching and communicate with parents.
• Support children with daily routines ie greeting/departing, nap/rest, meals/snacks, diapering/toileting, handwashing, transitions, health/safety practices.
• Keep the classroom safe, clean, and organized to encourage learning and independence.
• Foster positive partnerships with families through regular communication and family engagement.
• Work closely with teachers, families, and others involved in the program.
• Prepare and serve healthy meals and snacks that meet nutritional standards.
• Clean, sanitize and disinfect classroom areas as needed.
• Lead parent-teacher meetings to discuss children’s growth.
• Assist with health inspections and official visits.
• Participate in ongoing training, meetings, and supervision.
• Take on additional tasks as needed.

Qualifications: