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Job Description Summary The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns. Duties • Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards, • Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching., • Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth., • Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences., • Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met., • Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children., • Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards., • Maintain accurate records, forms and files., • Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement. Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience., • Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills., • High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment., • A strong understanding of child development., • Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification., • Must clear full background check and must pass health screening., • Associate’s Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 Credits in ECE., • Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl., • A specific vision ability will be required including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception., • Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Nice To Haves . Benefits • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Dental insurance, • Employee discount, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Professional development assistance About Us Our Mission The Downtown Ithaca Children’s Center provides a creative and culturally diverse environment that fosters the emotional, social, and intellectual development of children. Our successes are achieved through family, staff, and community support and collaboration.

Job Description Summary The Teacher Assistant supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents. Teacher Assistant are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher. Duties • Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children., • Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials., • Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions., • Encourage self-help and good hygiene., • Follow all center policies and state regulations. Requirements • Ability to work well with others., • Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills., • Ability to use positive techniques to guide children’s behavior, • Ability to encourage children to make choices and become more responsible, • Clear, direct, communication style (both written and oral), • Communicate, in a professional manner, with families and co-workers, • Team oriented approach to problem solving, • Be responsible, reliable, and dependable, • Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills., • Must clear full background check and must pass health screening., • Physical ability to perform job: full range of motion to lift, squat and sit. Frequently lift, move or hold weight from 10-40 pounds. Occasionally lift, move or hold weight more than 40 pounds. Nice To Haves Knowledge of OCFS regulations Knowledge of NAEYC Standards Benefits Paid Time Off - Sick and Vacation Paid Holidays About Us Ithaca Community Childcare Center (IC3) is a NYS-licensed, non-profit and NAEYC accredited center that offers care for children aged 8 weeks to 12 years old. We provide child-inspired, professionally nurtured care and educational opportunities, including a nationally recognized continuity of care program from infants and toddlers. Our child-centered approach offers a safe environment for hands-on learning, where experienced, professional, and nurturing teachers and assistants help children embrace a lifelong love of learning. Through best practices, IC3 is committed to positively impact children's lives to create a better future.

Job Description Summary Provides temporary classroom coverage in the absence of regular teaching staff. This position supports the daily care, supervision, and education of children in a safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment. The substitute teacher works collaboratively with center staff to maintain consistent routines and ensure compliance with licensing regulations and center policies. Duties • Supervise children at all times to ensure their safety and well-being., • Assist in implementing daily classroom routines and planned activities., • Support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development., • Assist with the cleanliness of the classroom., • Use positive behavior guidance techniques consistent with center policies., • Assist children with meals, toileting, handwashing and other personal care needs as appropriate., • Communicate professionally with staff, families and administration., • Follow all center policies, state licensing regulations and health and safety procedures., • Adapt to different age groups and classroom environments as needed. Requirements High School diploma or equivalent required Background check as required by NY State regulations Pre-employment physical and Tb test Completion of NY State required health and safety training Ability to lift up to 40 pounds Ability to sit on the floor, bend, kneel and stand for extended periods Ability to actively supervise children indoors and outdoors Nice To Haves Experience working with young children preferred Ability to respond to short-notice scheduling needs Benefits NY Paid Sick Leave About Us Ithaca Community Childcare Center (IC3) is a NYS-licensed, non-profit and NAEYC accredited center that offers care for children aged 8 weeks to 12 years old. We provide child-inspired, professionally nurtured care and educational opportunities, including a nationally recognized continuity of care program from infants and toddlers. Our child-centered approach offers a safe environment for hands-on learning, where experienced, professional, and nurturing teachers and assistants help children embrace a lifelong love of learning. Through best practices, IC3 is committed to positively impact children's lives to create a better future.