EHS- Assistant Teacher

Northside Center for Child Development•New York City, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager, Programs – Education/Site Supervisor, the Staff, Programs – Assistant Teacher (Early Head Start) will assist in delivering high-quality Early Head Start services by supporting the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate classroom activities, collaborating with the lead teacher to meet the social, emotional, and education needs of children. This individual will also partner with families to encourage engagement and promote a positive, inclusive learning environment. The Early Head Start Assistant Teacher supports Northside’s mission by promoting a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.

Requirements

Experience working with children ages birth to five and their families
Ability to support the supervision of children in a safe and nurturing environment.
Ability to assist in planning and implementing programs that address children’s social, developmental, and health needs.
Strong observation and documentation skills to record children's behavior and development.
Strong interpersonal skills to assist in building and maintaining positive relationships with families.
Commitment to maintain professional and ethical standards.
Ability to effectively communicate with community members and groups, managers, regulatory agencies, and families both individually and in group settings.
Excellent work ethic
Commitment to working in a mission-driven organization
Demonstrated personal ethics and values
Cross-team collaboration and cooperation
Team player who works well with a diverse group of people

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education
Knowledge of Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies GOLD

Responsibilities

Support the supervision of children to ensure a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
Assist in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities that meet the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive needs of each child.
Observe, document, and communicate children's behavior, progress, and developmental milestones.
Collaborate with the Group Teacher to develop and carry out weekly lesson plans aligned with Early Head Start standards.
Promote positive guidance strategies to support children's social and emotional development.
Build and maintain respectful, collaborative relationships with families to encourage engagement and partnership.
Participate in meetings with families, colleagues, and the interdisciplinary team to support child outcomes and program goals.
Uphold professional and ethical standards, including maintaining confidentiality in accordance with agency policies and legal requirements.
Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and respect for the rights and dignity of children, families, and staff.
Engage in required trainings, professional development, and teamwork to support a positive workplace culture and Northside’s mission.