15 - Teacher I

COMMUNITY ACTION ORGANIZATION OF WESTERN NEW YORK INC•Buffalo, NY

12d•$16 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

This position works collaboratively with other teachers, family members, and staff to create a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children. Provide emotional support to children while encouraging child expression. Ability to use strategies for behavior management.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED OR One Year Experience working with pre-school age children and/or educational background in Education/Early Childhood.
Must enroll in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire
Must have access to transportation and ability to visit sites throughout Erie County.
Passion for working with children to create a positive learning environment.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are essential.
Must be flexible and able to adjust to changing circumstances.
Use positive reinforcement and redirection techniques to manage classroom behavior.
Provide emotional support and foster a positive, supportive environment.
Ability to work well with others
Communicate with parents, build partnerships and involve families in the child’s learning.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Active listening, writing, and verbal communication skills.
Perform moderate to vigorous activity with children.
Must be able to tolerate loud to moderate noise.
Prolonged standing
Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, and sit on the floor
Ability to lift/move up to 25 pounds
Completion of the following documents: CAO Employment application NYS SCR Clearance Form with acceptable clearance Criminal Record Certification and free of criminal convictions of crimes against children (misdemeanor or felony) Fingerprinting required. Release for Reference Checks
Must pass a physical examination by a CAO physician at no cost to applicant

Responsibilities

Supervise and monitor children at all times.
Establish a safe and stimulating learning environment.
Assist in the preparation of classroom setup including equipment and materials for classroom work.
Maintains a clean and organized classroom.
Manage transitions between activities.
Greet children and parents upon arrival and escorts children to and from the bus.
Involved in mealtime with the children, assist with the serving of meals, nutrition supplements, and clean up.
Encourage parental involvement in classroom activities and program events.
Work closely and directly under the direction of Teacher III or IV with tasks and carrying out the educational program.
Perform related work as required by the agency in providing services to children and families.
In Early Head Start, act as Substitute for education staff during breaks, lunches, planning sessions, and absences.
Satisfactory completion of mandatory trainings.
Additional duties as assigned.