Teachers Aide - Full Time; 5456-209-A

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens • New York, NY

85d

About The Position

The Early Head Start (EHS) Teacher-Aide will assist Teacher and Assistant Teacher to plan and execute age and developmentally appropriate activities reflecting the Montessori curriculum. Responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting the Teacher and Assistant Teacher in maintaining the written documentation/reports in order to meet compliance standards of CCNS, ACS, DOH, CACFP, and other overseeing agencies relevant to NYFD; help to facilitate parent involvement in all aspects of the program and promote positive growth and professional development. The candidate will adhere to policies and procedures established by CCNS, ACS, DOH, DOE, and CACFP and comply with procedural norms and standards of attendance, punctuality, and confidentiality relevant to HIPPA.

Requirements

• HS diploma or GED required
• 12-24 college credits preferred
• CDA credential preferred
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a pre-school classroom preferred
• Familiarization with child development and parenting techniques required
• Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment as needed between 5-10 pounds
• Able to travel to multiple locations within the five boroughs as needed

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish/English; Russian/English; Chinese/English; Korean/English; English/Creole speaking preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensures a learning environment based on the Montessori approach that helps the children develop physically, emotionally, socially, cognitively and creatively.
• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with parents/families via open communications, training, and other developmental activities.
• Assists Teacher and Assistant Teacher to complete written observations, progress reports, outcomes reporting, CROWD and other documents relevant to the tracking of children’s progress.
• Assists Teacher and Assistant Teacher to utilize information obtained via observations, conferences, tracking, etc. to design developmentally appropriate and individualized lesson plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous time off (Vacation/ Personal Days/ Sick Days/ Paid Holidays annually)
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement Savings with Agency Match
• Transit
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Public Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer
• Training Series and other additional voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees