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Job description Beanstalk Academy is a leading, full-service childcare, 3K - UPK, Early Head Start - Head Start and early education provider whose purpose is to support and accommodate our families' needs by providing a safe and nurturing childcare experience. We are actively hiring teachers for Pre-K and Preschool classrooms. Benefits include • Employee Discount • Health Insurance • Tuition discount for family members at any Beanstalk location • Professional Development Assistance • 401(k) • Life insurance • Paid time off Minimum Requirements: • A Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, or are currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program with a plan to complete your degree in 4 years. • Must have two years minumum experience caring for children in a licensed early childhood facility, public or private school • Must be warm, nurturing, patient, and open to learning. • Must be capable of managing a group of children with varied dispositions positively and respectfully in various situations. • Must have the specific, knowledge-based competencies (stages of child development and learning styles, age-appropriate activities, etc.) required to perform the job’s functions satisfactorily. • Must have good verbal and written communication skills such as content and grammar.. • Should be enthusiastic, energetic, creative, and self-motivated. The position requires considerable flexibility and patience. • Must be able to work well both independently and cooperatively in a positive, team-oriented environment. • Must have a good attendance record and be punctual. • Must be able to fulfill the physical demands of the position, i.e., able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds. Some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling will be required. Lead Teacher Responsibilities: • Ensure the safety of each child enrolled in the class, whether in the classroom, on the playground, or in common areas, through constant supervision. • Have appropriate and consistent classroom management skills. • Should enjoy and respect the egocentricity of every child in the classroom. • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom lesson plans and practices that support the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs of young children. • Assess the development and progress of the students on an ongoing basis. • Maintain a portfolio for each child. • Conduct and document developmental assessments of the students in your care. • Communicate the results of these assessments with parents through progress reports (2 per year) and parent /teacher conferences (2 per year). • Work with the teaching team in a positive, professional manner. • Team with parents, co-workers, and administration to provide the best support for the children by sharing information professionally and confidently. • Assist students individually or in small groups with lessons/activities. • Assist children with toilet training when applicable. • Have positive interactions with each child daily during circle time, centers, snacks, lunchtime, playground, free play, etc., to create a positive learning environment. • Maintain and submit all relevant classroom paperwork to the office daily • Be knowledgeable of the Minimum Standard Requirements of Child Care required by the Article 47 and the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Job Type: Full-time Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • Employee discount • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Tuition reimbursement Schedule: • Monday to Friday Education: • Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: • Early Childhood Education: 2 years (Required) License/Certification: • NYS Teaching Certification (Preferred) Work Location: In person
The Lead Teacher will be responsible for, but not limited to: * Foster a learning environment that stimulates children's growth and development - Ensure compliance with DOE and DOH regulations - Develop and maintain a constructive and ongoing rapport with children and parents/families/caregivers - Collaborate with other teachers to ensure that the school fosters an environment that is inviting and nurturing for every child - Attend professional development meetings and staff training sessions If you are passionate and enthusiastic about working with children and have previous experience in an Early Childhood learning environment, please apply today! Qualifications: -Must be 21 years of age -Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field required -2+ years’ experience in teaching in an Early Childhood setting Must be reliable, responsible and possess a professional demeanor Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Planning, Preparation + Curriculum Development Co-constructing curriculum based on children’s interests, questions, and development Documenting, reflecting, and planning from observations Write Daily PODs Participating in weekly planning meetings with the teaching team Meeting the needs of all children Classroom Environment Planning and creating a classroom environment with inquiry, exploration, learning, and respect in mind Nurturing children’s home languages through curated books, materials, and the physical environment Creating a warm and inclusive environment where children and families feel welcome Organizing physical space and selection of materials in a way that is inviting and accessible to children Creating visual evidence of the narratives and curriculum occurring in your classroom Relationships with Teaching Team Develop schedules and processes to ensure that work is complete in a timely fashion by teaching team. Lead regular documentation, reflection, and planning meetings with teaching team. Provide feedback, coaching, and support to Assistant Teachers as necessary. Interactions with Children Speaking and listening to children with respect and mindfulness Supervising the whole group, while giving individual attention Managing classroom procedures including transitions, routines, and small groups Engage students in exploration and ongoing project work Scaffolding children through conflict and problem solving Relationships with Families Building respectful and reciprocal relationships with families Communicating consistently with families Professional Responsibilities Documenting children’s learning, development, and progress through observations, written narratives, reflections, and conversations with families. Maintain a documentation portfolio for each child and complete assessment checkpoints throughout the year. Maintaining collaborative and professional relationships with colleagues Mentoring Assistant teachers Participating in professional development meetings Showing professionalism including integrity, ethical conduct, and decision making The candidate will be reflective, ask questions, be willing to take risks and make mistakes Working in full partnership with the director, admin team, cross school collaborations Requirements: MA in Early Childhood/ Elementary Education | New York State N-6 or PreK-6 certification or study plan Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to craft narrative observations and assessments, written reflections, and communicate with families and colleagues regularly via email and phone Ability to use Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, and other online learning platforms as required Minimum 3 years of professional teaching experience in an early childhood setting preferred Strong oral communication with children, families, and colleagues
Working within inspired and dynamic teams, our teachers are helping to build a vision for progressive education in the East Village. Inspired by the preschools of Reggio Emilia, we believe that all children learn through inquiry, exploration, and play in the context of strong relationships and a sense of belonging. Our teachers create responsive, safe, joyful, and nurturing learning environments for children that foster inquiry, exploration, learning & reflection; collaborate with co-teachers to plan an emergent curriculum based on observations of children’s interests and development; document children’s learning through photographs, written learning narratives, anecdotes, panels, and mini-stories; facilitate communication and collaboration between the family and the preschool. Planning, Preparation + Curriculum Development Co-constructing curriculum based on children’s interests, questions, and development Documenting, reflecting, and planning from observations Write Daily PODs Participating in weekly planning meetings with the teaching team Meeting the needs of all children Classroom Environment Planning and creating a classroom environment with inquiry, exploration, learning, and respect in mind Nurturing children’s home languages through curated books, materials, and the physical environment Creating a warm and inclusive environment where children and families feel welcome Organizing physical space and selection of materials in a way that is inviting and accessible to children Creating visual evidence of the narratives and curriculum occurring in your classroom Relationships with Teaching Team Develop schedules and processes to ensure that work is complete in a timely fashion by teaching team. Lead regular documentation, reflection, and planning meetings with teaching team. Provide feedback, coaching, and support to Assistant Teachers as necessary. Interactions with Children Speaking and listening to children with respect and mindfulness Supervising the whole group, while giving individual attention Managing classroom procedures including transitions, routines, and small groups Engage students in exploration and ongoing project work Scaffolding children through conflict and problem solving Relationships with Families Building respectful and reciprocal relationships with families Communicating consistently with families Professional Responsibilities Documenting children’s learning, development, and progress through observations, written narratives, reflections, and conversations with families. Maintain a documentation portfolio for each child and complete assessment checkpoints throughout the year. Maintaining collaborative and professional relationships with colleagues Mentoring Assistant teachers Participating in professional development meetings Showing professionalism including integrity, ethical conduct, and decision making The candidate will be reflective, ask questions, be willing to take risks and make mistakes Working in full partnership with the director, admin team, cross school collaboration