Assistant Teacher

Cardinal McCloskey Community Services•New York, NY

40d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

At CMCS (Cardinal McCloskey Community Services), our mission is to protect, empower and promote independence for at-risk children and families and those with developmental disabilities through quality community based services. As an Assistant Teacher, you will play an integral role in providing classroom coverage in the absence of teachers and supporting various classroom functions at all of our sites under the guidance of our education staff. Our Assistant Teachers will also responsible for active supervision of children, participate in daily educational programs, record-keeping, while providing a variety of skills and facilitating developmental activities for the continued success of the Head Start- program.

Requirements

Caring, upbeat personality.
HS Diploma and Child Development Association (CDA) Credential or an Associate in Early Childhood Education.

Nice To Haves

Up to 1 year of relevant experience working with children ages birth-5 in a classroom setting preferred.
Early Childhood/Head Start experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide classroom coverage in the absence of teachers.
Support various classroom functions at all sites.
Active supervision of children.
Participate in daily educational programs.
Record-keeping.
Provide a variety of skills and facilitate developmental activities for the continued success of the Head Start- program.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
3 weeks paid time off in August
12 Paid Sick days per year
19 Paid Holidays per year
3 Personal Days per year
Paid time off in December, February and April when school is closed
$7500/year Educational Assistance (tuition, books, certification exams, etc) - eligible upon hire.
403(b) Retirement Plan
Long Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance