Lead Teacher _ 5228

BronxWorks•Bronx, NY

19d

About The Position

BronxWorks is a community organization serving individuals and families across more than 60 locations, including families staying temporarily in its shelters. The Lead Teacher supports early childhood programming by helping develop program goals and activities, preparing lesson plans in compliance with ACD regulations, and providing a nurturing, supportive classroom environment. The role implements educational, recreational, social, and team-building activities that support children’s development, with responsibilities that include classroom management, direct care, parent communication, and participation in staff supervision and training.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in education or early childhood education.
First Aid, CPR, and Responding to Emergency (RTE) certification, or ability to obtain these certifications within 3–6 months.
Engaging personality and attention to detail.
Strong oral and written communication, time management, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other standard business technology.
Ability to work with infants and preschool children ages 0–5.
Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods.
Ability to climb five flights of stairs.
Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.
Ability to travel in New York City boroughs and adjacent counties by public transportation.
Ability to travel at least one mile within a reasonable amount of time in all types of weather, including inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

At least four years of experience working in an early childhood education setting is preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Follow all OSHA requirements.
Assist the Director of Children’s Services with developing program goals and early childhood activities.
Assist with preparing lesson plans in compliance with ACD regulations.
Create a nurturing and supportive environment for children.
Implement early childhood educational, recreational, and social activities that foster development and growth.
Engage children in team-building activities.
Assist individual children or groups with dressing and toilet training, change diapers, and ensure sanitary conditions.
Provide classroom management.
Attend regular staff meetings.
Attend training sessions and workshops on early childhood education.
Meet monthly with the program coordinator and/or program director for supervision.
Act as a liaison with parents.
Perform additional duties as assigned.