Assistant Teacher
Company: Children's Aid Society
Location: Bronx
Posted on: April 30, 2024
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Job ID: 006918
Description:
Children's Aid College Prep Charter School (1232 Southern
Boulevard)
$34,550 - $36,950Position Summary:
Each Assistant Teacher will work with their teaching team to ensure
that all children reach developmentally appropriate milestones
through the implementation of evidence-based curricula,
individualized support and high-quality learning environments.
Assistant Teachers will focus on making sure that all the children
and families will be ready to be successful in Kindergarten and in
life, while ensuring that all Head Start Performance Standards and
site-specific funding regulations are met or exceeded.
Essential Duties: Under the direct supervision of the site's
Education Director, the Assistant Teacher's responsibilities
include assisting the lead teacher with the following:
Curriculum and Instruction
* Promote high-quality teaching and learning in the classroom that
leads to children's school readiness
* Create an environment in which children develop trusting and
accepting relationships with adults and peers that foster growth
and development
* Design and execute a developmentally appropriate and integrated
curriculum which provides opportunities for children's meaningful
exploration
* Provide responsive care to all children through individualized
planning, instruction, and supervision
Record Maintenance, Screening and Assessment
* Oversee and maintain accurate records on each child including
overseeing screening and assessment tools
* Observe and document students' development to request additional
support from Education Director through internal referral
process
Family Engagement
* Encourage parent involvement and communication through
newsletters, bulletin boards, classroom events, center-wide
activities, and "open-door" policy
* Participate in home visits, Parent/Teacher conferences, Open
Houses, and/or Family Days, depending on the center and funding
requirements
Professional Development
* Participate and attend all agency offered trainings, workshops,
In-Service days, and/or All-Staff conferences
* Maintain certification requirement and proof of attendance in
professional activities
* Support the growth of the center including participating in
program-wide goal setting and individual and program
self-assessment
* Participate in all DOHMH required trainings
* Maintain active membership with Aspire and or "Registered" TEACH
Account linked to CA
Health and Safety
* Adhere to all state and city licensing requirements, teacher
child/ratios, CPR/first aid, Child Abuse Mandate, Infectious
Control, and Mental Health First Aid certification
* Maintain a healthy and safe environment for children (i.e. clean
toys, shelves, neat classrooms, reported damaged / broken equipment
toys, etc.)
* Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications: The Assistant Teacher must have qualifications that
satisfy Federal Head Start requirements, the New York City
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Article 47 regulations, and
Universal Preschool Guidelines.
Depending on one's education and certification, an Assistant
Teacher may fall into one of the following categories:
Assistant Teacher I: Must possess an Associate's Degree or
equivalent credits (in any area). Depending on the nature of the
degree and relevant years of experience, it may be required to have
a child development associate (CDA) credential or be enrolled in a
CDA credential program that will be completed within 2 years, which
is a condition of employment that cannot be extended.
Assistant Teacher II: Must possess a Bachelor's Degree (in any
area). Depending on the nature of the degree and relevant years of
experience, it may be required to have a child development
associate (CDA) credential or be enrolled in a CDA credential
program that will be completed within 2 years, which is a condition
of employment that cannot be extended.
Assistant Teacher III: Must possess a Master's Degree (in any
area). Depending on the nature of the degree and relevant years of
experience, it may be required to have a child development
associate (CDA) credential or be enrolled in a CDA credential
program that will be completed within 2 years, which is a condition
of employment that cannot be extended.
Key Competencies:
* Bilingual in English/Spanish
* Experience working with infants and toddlers, and children with
Special Needs
* Dedicated, excited and passionate about teaching and learning
with young children
* Effective communication skills
* Hold Mental Health First Aid Certificates
Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Statement:
It is the policy of Children's Aid to provide equal employment
opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and is
dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from
harassment and discrimination. Children's Aid will not to tolerate
discrimination, harassment or retaliation on any basis, including
race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, alienage or
citizenship status, gender/sex (including pregnancy), disability,
religion, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, age, familial status, caregiver status, military
status, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of
domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, predisposing
genetic characteristics, arrest or conviction record, credit
history, unemployment status or any other characteristic protected
by federal, state or local law. Children's Aid is committed to
complying with applicable state and local laws governing
non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms
and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to,
hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall,
transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Children's Aid will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of
all allegations of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, or
any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a
confidential manner and will take appropriate corrective action, if
and where warranted. Children's Aid prohibits retaliation against
employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist
in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or
violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.
The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in-person or
hybrid, as determined by the department's needs to facilitate
effective collaboration with the team. This flexibility is
essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering
teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department's
processes. The position's requirements are subject to periodic
review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in
work dynamics.
Requirements:
Job Type
Full Time
Location
--Bronx
Keywords: Children's Aid Society, Philadelphia , Assistant Teacher, Education / Teaching , Bronx, Pennsylvania
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