$56000–$68000 yearly
Full-time
Morris Heights, The Bronx
Little Scholars is looking to hire lead teachers for our 3 Bronx locations. This would be a full-time position and includes benefits after probationary period.
Qualifications: - BA or MS in Early Childhood Education OR be on a study plan towards receiving a BA or MS in ECE - Must have DOH requirements including, mandated reporter, and willing to have background check/fingerprint done.
Responsibilities: - Lesson planning age appropriate activities - Supervising class at all times - Conducting health checks and observations - Communicating with parents in a professional manner - Parent Teacher Conferences
Key Responsibilities
· Implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
· Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, order, and availability of classroom materials.
· Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
· Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
· Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
· Follow all center policies and state regulations.
· Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement. Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required - Minimum of 1-2 years of professional childcare experience. - High energy. - Ability to work well with others. - Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills. - A strong understanding of child development. - Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills. - CPR and First Aid certification. - Mandated Child Abuse Training - Must clear full background check. - Must have a current physical - Attend all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences Physical/Sensory Skills: Able to actively participate in interdepartmental meetings; flexible, creative, nurturing and caring personality. Good physical health to be able to run and pick up children, to go easily up and down stairs. Respect diversity in culture and variety of family forms. Able to treat all children with dignity and respect; familiar with Head Start Performance Standards as they relate to Early Childhood Education and Development, Child Health and Safety. Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday Experience:
Teaching: 1 year (Required)
Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Associate Degree or CDA or BA (Required)
Work Location: In person
