Lead Teacher- 5194

BronxWorks • New York, NY

14d • $55,000 - $68,000 • Onsite

About The Position

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention.

Requirements

• Bachelor required/ masters preferred and NYS Certificate or eligible under a study plan.
• One year of prior teaching experience in Headstart and/or UPK program.
• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency preferred.
• Proficiency in modern business communications including personal computers, electronic mail, voicemail, facsimile and copier equipment

Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with agency’s policies and procedures regarding personal appearance, dress code, use of body language and tone of voice’s impact on the environment, children and families serviced by the program.
• Plan and complete weekly classroom planning documents, maintain observation logs and other documentation.
• Conduct weekly planning meeting with teacher’s assistant and teacher’s aide to ensure that curriculum planning aligns with daily classroom experiences indoor/outdoor.
• Plan and implement educational field trips.
• Ensure effective communication with parents through parent orientation, parent-teacher conferences, home visits and informal discussion of their children’s progress.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level