Teachers Aide

Women In Need, Inc. • New York, NY

90d • $17

About The Position

Under the direction of the Head Teacher, the Teacher Aide is responsible for supporting a nurturing environment for children and assisting with classroom curriculum.

Requirements

• Committed to Win’s mission, vision and values.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge and skills related to implementing activities for infant and preschool children.
• Ability to interact in a supportive and nurturing manner with children and parents.
• Must have knowledge and have the sensitivity to the needs of homeless or at-risk families.
• Must submit to a medical screening to ensure good health as required by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Bureau of Childcare.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent organizational, written and verbal skills.
• Bilingual- English/Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in implementing developmentally appropriate curricula encompassing the social/emotional, physical and intellectual needs of Win children.
• Follow Win’s philosophy and goals of the Childcare program.
• Attend Childcare related trainings onsite and offsite.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, holidays and days that NYC schools are closed.
• Must be able to escort children to field trips.
• Ensure a safe, healthy, culturally diverse and attractive classroom environment.
• Adhere to Department of Health and Mental Hygiene policies and procedures.
• Supervises the classroom when the teacher is out of the room.
• Oversees unstructured free play.
• Works with teachers to ensure organization of free play corresponds to scheduled structured activities.
• Assists with meals, toileting, diapering and hand washing.
• Performs general housekeeping tasks.
• Observes and organizes the classroom, classroom supply areas, playground area and equipment for hazards and keeps the areas neat and sanitary.
• Prepare areas for lesson plan implementation of STEM and STEAM activities.
• Assists in making smooth transitions between learning areas.
• Perform related duties as assigned in assisting the Head Teacher.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees