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The Assistant Teacher is responsible for supporting BSECDC's mission through the provision of
high-quality early education and child development services. In collaboration with the Group Teacher, the
Assistant Teacher will execute developmentally appropriate activities, cultivate a supportive classroom
environment, and assess children's developmental progress. This role also entails the maintenance of
records, communication with families, and collaboration with staff to ensure the well-being of all children.
The Assistant Teacher is required to comply with all relevant regulations and BSECDC policies, as well as
remain informed on current best practices in early childhood education.


CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:


● Facilitate the execution of a structured learning environment and curriculum that foster
developmental opportunities.
● Support the upkeep of classroom space and resources, and aid in the preparation for daily
activities.
● Employ effective pedagogical techniques and positive behavior management strategies.
● Collaborate and engage in constructive communication with classroom personnel and families.
● Adhere to the established daily agenda and promote healthy practices.
● Aid the Lead Teacher with data collection and attendance tracking.
● Ensure consistent supervision, maintain appropriate group sizes and staff-to-child ratios, and
uphold a secure and hygienic setting.
● Maintain regular attendance and actively participate in professional development activities.
● Support the completion of requisite data, documentation, and administrative tasks.
● Comply with all applicable organizational policies, procedures, legal mandates, and regulatory
standards.
● Execute additional responsibilities as delegated.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or equivalent.
● New York State (NYS) Certified Teacher Assistant Certification or equivalent.
● Associate Degree in Education with active pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in early childhood
Education: bachelor’s degree preferred.
● Fosters a supportive and nurturing educational milieu.
● Superior interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication proficiencies.
● Adept in utilizing Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Microsoft
Word and Excel.


EXPERIENCE:


● A minimum of two years of experience working with preschool-aged children in a classroom or
daycare setting. Experience should include planning and implementing age-appropriate
activities, supervising children, and maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment.
● Familiarity with child development theories and practices, as well as experience working with
children from diverse backgrounds and abilities is highly valued.
● Additional experience working with preschoolers in a teaching assistant or volunteer role may
also be considered.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
● Employees must be able to walk, sit, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
● Employees must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to forty pounds and frequently lift
and/or move up to fifty pounds.
● Employees must be able to use their hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or
controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
● Employees must have close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the
ability to adjust focus.

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  • Languages
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  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Salary
    $16.5 – $17.5 hourly
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