Early Childhood - Head Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and Floaters

YWCA WHITE PLAINS AND CENTRAL WESTCHESTER•City of White Plains, NY

2d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester is seeking Head Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and Floaters for infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms. Staff work collaboratively as a teaching team to provide safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate care and education. The organization's mission is to Eliminate Racism and Empower Women.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications for Head Teachers: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred.
At least two years of relevant early childhood experience and/or training. Age-group-specific experience is preferred for infant and toddler assignments.
Must meet current New York State licensing requirements and complete all required clearances, medical documentation, screenings, and trainings.
Minimum Qualifications for Assistant Teachers and Floaters: Assistant Teachers must have at least an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or a current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
Floaters must meet the education and credential requirements applicable to their assigned responsibilities.
At least two years of relevant early childhood experience and/or training.
Must meet current New York State licensing requirements and complete all required clearances, medical documentation, screenings, and trainings.

Nice To Haves

Age-group-specific experience is preferred for infant and toddler assignments.

Responsibilities

Implements the developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive curriculum and lesson plans provided by program leadership.
Reviews assigned plans in advance, prepares materials and learning centers, and carries out planned individual and group experiences.
Provides active supervision and maintains required ratios, head counts, and safe transitions.
Observes and documents children's development, maintains required records, and shares concerns or referral recommendations with the Director.
Maintains respectful communication with families and accurately communicates center policies, referring questions to program leadership.
Carries out classroom routines and schedules in cooperation with teaching-team members.
Maintains health, sanitation, and safety standards in accordance with licensing requirements and center policy.
Builds warm relationships with children and uses developmentally appropriate guidance practices consistent with NAEYC standards.
Collaborates with coworkers, supports classroom coverage, and participates in required meetings and trainings.
Works respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds and demonstrates a commitment to racial, gender, and socioeconomic equity.
Follows Volunteer Services procedures when applicable and performs other duties as assigned.