Assistant Teacher (Floating, 91st)

GODDARD RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER • New York, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Goddard Riverside Community Center operates two DOE/ HS affiliated early childhood centers for working families and their children aged 2 ½ to 5. Each center facilitates classroom activities that promote intellectual, social, emotional, and physical growth through the hands-on exploration of science, nature and art.

Requirements

• Teaching Assistant Certificate Level 1/ working toward one OR CDA Certificate preferred
• Experience in Early Childhood preferred
• Have 1+ years of experience working with children ages 3-4 years old preferred
• Must be DOI Fingerprinted/ PETS
• Must be able to pass the state background check
• Current CPR/First Aid Training a plus
• Current DOE & DOH mandated trainings a plus
• Bilingual preferred
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to take initiative in work assignments
• Ability to work flexible hours and be flexible with the children
• Must be highly organized
• Must have the ability to prioritize work load
• Must be Creative
• Must be Patient
• Must have a good sense of humor and enjoy working with children
• Must be able to work collaboratively
• Must be able to use tablet and online applications
• Must be able to communicate effectively with parents and teaching team
• Work experience providing services to children and families.
• Ability to lift and bend up to 50lbs
• Ability to get down on the floor and play outside with the children

Responsibilities

• Will manage the classroom and safety & well-being of the children.
• Will work with team to ensure the light cleaning of the classroom (i.e. wiping down the tables, sweeping after meals/ sensory play, etc.)
• Will be responsible for leading the class
• Will be responsible for doing observations/assessments of a group of students
• Will be responsible for Parent/Teacher Conferences 3 times a year with the help of team
• Will be responsible for lesson plans (submitted weekly) and preparing for activities (with assistance from team)
• May be asked occasionally to work extra hours (especially during Parent/Teacher Conferences or Special Events and Field Trips)
• Must maintain appearance of the classroom environment.
• Must follow the Health and Safety guidance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees