Teacher

Odyssey House INC•New York, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher is responsible for providing direct early childhood educational services to children between the ages of two (2) months and five (5) years of age. The Teacher is responsible for the day to day operation of his/her classroom including the supervision and management of all assigned children. The Teacher interacts directly with the children and models appropriate adult-child interactions for parents.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and New York State Initial Certification in Early Childhood Education Birth to 2nd Grade and a minimum of two (2) years teaching experience required or
Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and New York State Professional Certification in Early Childhood Education and one (1) year teaching experience preferred.
CPR/First Aid Certification required.
NYS Central Registry Check and fingerprint clearance required.
Knowledge of NYC Department of Health regulations and codes.
Proficiency with computer operation (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook programs).
Must be able to lift small children.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and New York State Professional Certification in Early Childhood Education and one (1) year teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the creation and maintenance of an appropriate learning environment which fosters physical, social-emotional and intellectual growth of assigned children.
Develop and implement weekly lesson plans based on the Creative Curriculum for Preschoolers or other curriculum approved by the Director of Children & Family Services.
Provide an individualized and culturally diverse learning experience for all assigned children through active involvement in classroom activities.
Ensure a safe environment by providing close child supervision, addressing potentially unsafe areas and maintaining a clean and sanitary classroom environment.
Address developmental, physical, behavioral and/or mental health issues in a timely fashion through internal or external referrals.
Emphasize positive parent-child relationships through supervision of all scheduled parent-child triangle time.
Plan and execute developmentally appropriate classroom trips and outings.
Regularly communicate children’s progress with parents and participate in all scheduled parent-teacher conferences.
Responsible for the daily set up, break down and cleaning of the classroom.
Maintain proper inventory of all classroom materials and children supplies.
Attend all required in-service training seminars, staff meetings and on and off-site case conferences.
Participate in quality improvement activities.
Other relevant duties as assigned.

Benefits

A 35-hour work week (as opposed to a 40-hour work week)
Vacation Plan and Holiday Schedule
Life Insurance
Medical Insurance (Two Plans)
Dental and Vision Insurance
Additional Insurance Coverages (hospitalization, accidental, critical illness coverage)
Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account/Health Reimbursement Account
403(b) Plan
Corporate Counseling Associates (CCA) EAP benefit
Ability Assist Counseling Services (through The Hartford)
Commuter Benefits
Educational Assistance Programs
Special shopping discounts through ADP Marketplace and PlumBenefits
RUFit?! Fitness Program
Pet Insurance
Legal Assistance
Optum Financial Service through ConnectYourCare
Benefit Advocacy Center through Gallagher