Teachers Assistant - 4666
3 months ago
New York
Job Description BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 62 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field. The Willow Avenue Family Residence seeks an Early Childhood Educator/ Teacher Assistant. The position requires an associate’s degree and some experience working within an early childhood setting, or a High School diploma/GED. Child Responsibilities include instructing Preschool aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical and intellectual growth. The position requires clearance through the New York State Central Registry and New York State office of Children and Family Services. Experience with high scope curriculum, and bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus. RESPONSIBILITIES • Follow all OSHA requirements., • Assist the Program Coordinator with the development of program goals and early childhood activities., • Monitor children in the classroom and document any findings regarding behavior, speech, physical or developmental delays., • Plan, develop and implement lesson plans in compliance with ACD regulations., • Create a nurturing and supportive environment for children., • Implement various early childhood age appropriate educational, recreational and social activities that foster the children’s development and growth, • Engage the children in team building activities., • Ensure sanitary conditions are in place when changing diapers, toilet training or assisting in dressing., • Maintain up-to-date attendance., • Maintain a pleasant, safe and sanitary environment in the classrooms., • Attend monthly childcare ream meetings, staff meetings, professional development workshops/ trainings., • Report to and meet monthly with coordinator., • Act as liaison with parents., • High school, GED required, or associate’s degree preferred, • A minimum of one year experience in an early childhood or daycare setting., • Proficiency in English is required, Spanish as a second language is a plus., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology is required., • Possess a current Mandated Reporter – Child Abuse & Maltreatment Certificate by New York State., • Possess an up-to-date Adult Child & Infant CPR/ Pediatric First Aid Certificate., • Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds., • Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time