Group Teacher

Grand St Settlement•New York, NY

16d•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as a teacher for a preschool classroom with a direct focus on children 3 to 4 years of age. The teacher will work collaboratively with one other teacher to ensure the successful operation of a classroom with a total of 15-20 children. The teacher also works with a team of other teachers and family members to implement the curriculum to achieve outcomes for children of all abilities.

Requirements

BA/BS in Early Childhood Education
Certified in Early Childhood Education Birth-2nd grade.
Basic computer literacy in email, word processing and internet navigation.
Successfully clear Comprehensive Background Clearance through Department of Health and Mental Hygiene- Identogo Fingerprint Screening/DOE fingerprints, NYS Central Registry, Sex Offender Registry clearance, SEL check, three (3) reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test, varicella, Tdap, MMR (fees may apply).
Obtain Mandated Reporter training certificate (every two (2) years) and other Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and Head Start Performance Standard training requirements.
Commit to getting a New York State Early Childhood Education certification within five years.

Nice To Haves

MA/MS in Early Childhood Education preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement daily lesson plans in response to children’s needs and interests incorporating observations, anecdotal record keeping, knowledge of early childhood development and the key experiences.
Establish positive and productive relationships with families focusing on a relationship of trust and rapport.
Share pertinent information with Family Advocate ensuring coordinated services to meet the needs of individual children and families.
Participate in case conferences as appropriate.
Gather and maintain individual, family and classroom data for documentation, on-going assessment, evaluation, and recording keeping for successful individual and program planning.
Analyze child outcomes on classroom basis twice yearly, consult with education coordinator and adjust curriculum planning and implementation as needed.
Follow applicable state regulations and agency policies regarding the prevention and reporting of child maltreatment.
Participate in coaching opportunities and professional development training.
Participate in annual performance evaluation to set short and long term professional goals.
Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and reflective supervision sessions.
Practice positive teacher-child relationships including but not limited to working and speaking with children face- to- face at their level.
Special projects and duties, as assigned and as required from time-to-time.