Teachers Assistant - 5173

BronxWorks • Bronx, NY

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

BronxWorks Early Childhood Learning Center provide high-quality early childhood care and education to children from birth to five years old. Through Head Start and DOE Pre-K for All, and 3-K for All, programs, our goal is to provide opportunities that offer all children and families a strong start in school and life.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent credentials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology is required.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of some college credits in Early Childhood Education.
• CDA or 15 credits hours in Early Childhood Education.
• Teacher Assistant Certification Preferred.
• Bilingual English and Spanish language skills preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in maintaining records on each child’s progress and development for the purpose of planning and compliance with Head Start Standards.
• Assist Lead Teacher with the full implementation of performance standards, policies and procedures, regulations and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of an early childhood development center (3 years-5 years of age).
• Assist Lead Teacher in planning and implementing the daily program of activities based on principles of child development and in accordance with the program’s curriculum.
• Assist Lead Teacher in reviewing the progress of each child and developing written plans to promote each child’s growth and development based on assessment of skills, interests, and needs.
• Maintain a well-organized, safe and attractive classroom environment conducive to the growth and development of children.
• Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem and self-discipline.
• Assist teacher in the full implementation of IEP’s and inclusion of children with disabilities and special needs.
• Assist the teacher with planning and implementing education field trips.
• Assist the teacher in conducting home visits and staff/parent conferences.
• Participate in staff meetings, center activities, and staff development.
• Responsible for assisting Education Director and teacher in implementing parent involvement activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.

Benefits

• BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law.
• This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination.
• We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
• If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact [email protected].

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED