Assistant Teacher

Children's Aid Job Listing•New York, NY

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher partners with the teaching team to support high-quality early childhood education that promotes children’s development, school readiness, and long-term success. Under the direction of the Education Director and in collaboration with the Lead Teacher, the role supports evidence-based curricula, individualized instruction, and nurturing learning environments while meeting applicable Head Start Performance Standards, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Article 47 regulations, Universal Preschool Guidelines, and site-specific funding requirements. The position supports classroom instruction, child assessment, family engagement, health and safety practices, and continuous quality improvement in alignment with Children’s Aid’s mission and values. The Assistant Teacher helps prepare and maintain the classroom, supports small-group and individualized learning, observes and documents children’s development, assists with assessments and records, and participates in family engagement activities. The role also requires participation in professional development and compliance with applicable regulations, agency policies, privacy requirements, and required certifications.

Requirements

Meet applicable Federal Head Start Performance Standards, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Article 47 regulations, and Universal Preschool Guidelines.
For Assistant Teacher I: an associate’s degree or equivalent college credits in any field.
For Assistant Teacher II: a bachelor’s degree in any field.
For Assistant Teacher III: a master’s degree in any field.
A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or enrollment in a CDA program to be completed within two years of hire as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Support the Lead Teacher in implementing evidence-based curricula and developmentally appropriate learning experiences that promote children’s development and school readiness.
Help provide responsive care through individualized planning, instruction, and supervision, and foster trusting and respectful relationships among children and adults.
Prepare and organize classroom materials, maintain an inviting and developmentally appropriate environment, and support the appropriate integration of technology.
Conduct small-group activities, monitor children’s progress, and provide observations and feedback to the Lead Teacher.
Provide individualized support, help implement IEPs and classroom accommodations, reinforce expectations, and use positive guidance strategies to address behavioral challenges.
Assist with administering and scoring child assessments; observe and document development; maintain accurate screening, assessment, and child records; and communicate developmental concerns and recommendations.
Promote family engagement through regular communication and classroom activities, and participate in home visits, conferences, open houses, Family Days, and other required activities.
Support recruitment through community outreach, recruitment events, and program promotion.
Participate in required agency and Early Childhood trainings, workshops, in-service days, conferences, professional development, goal setting, self-assessment, coaching, reflection, and continuous quality improvement.
Maintain required certifications and professional learning documentation, and maintain active membership with Aspire and/or a registered TEACH account linked to Children’s Aid.
Follow applicable Head Start, DOHMH Article 47, Universal Preschool, licensing, ratio, agency, privacy, and confidentiality requirements, including HIPAA.
Maintain a clean, safe, healthy, and organized classroom; report damaged equipment and safety concerns; and promote Children’s Aid’s mission, values, and policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.