Overview
Apply Now
Job Title: Teacher
Department: Early Childhood
FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Teacher is responsible for the creation of a responsive, age appropriate experience that
foster the physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth of the children. The Teacher
directs the classroom in a professional, respectful manner while creating a safe nurturing
environment with a focus on learning.
Essential Functions:
- Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start
- Program Performance Standards in addition to local, state and other federal guidelines.
- Implement a curriculum adhering to Early Childhood best practices as defined by
- National Education for Young Children (NAEYC), NYS Quality Stars (QRIS), NYS
- Common Core, NYS Early Learning Framework, Head Start Early Learning Outcomes
- Framework.
- Maintain a comprehensive and ongoing portfolio assessment for each child, including
- observations, developmental and social emotional assessments.
- Conduct home visits and parent conferences to discuss the child's individual
- development and progress.
- Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment. Assure that classroom equipment,
- furniture, materials, and supplies are properly maintained and stored;
- Use the playground as an extension of the classroom; assures that the playground is
- safe;
- Conduct daily health checklist and monthly environment checklist.
- Integrate the implementation of children's I.E.P. (Individual Education Plan) or I.F.S.P.
- (Individual Family Service Plan) into lesson plans for individualized outcomes.
- Perform other duties, as may be required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field..
- 2 years’ experience preferred.
- NYS licensed or any approved study plan teacher in accordance with the NYC
- Department of Health regulations.
- Bilingual: Spanish
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Qualifications Preferred:
- Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with NYS certification
Location: Woodside
Pay Rate: $40-50k/yr
About The Child Center of NY
At The Child Center, we believe every child can thrive, given the right skills, education, counseling, and development programs—and we know that a dedicated staff is the key to making that happen. Our passionate, talented, and highly skilled employees help more than 35,000 children, adolescents, adults, and families achieve their full potential each year.
Every role is vital to our partnership with the families we serve. The Child Center is more than an agency—it’s a community. If you are interested in joining us and believe you have the passion and skills to make a difference in the lives of young people and communities facing some of the toughest circumstances.
Full-time, part-time, and per diem/fee-for-service opportunities available. Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply!
The Child Center of NY is an equal opportunity employer. We serve some of the most diverse neighborhoods in the country and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.