Assistant Early Childhood Teacher (3K Extended Day)

SCO Family of Service; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SCO Family of Service seeks an Early Childhood Assistant to support head teachers in delivering developmentally appropriate activities in a licensed childcare setting in New York. You will help maintain a safe classroom, assist with daily schedules, and engage with children in caring, age-appropriate ways to support learning and development.

Responsibilities include supervising children under the Head Teacher, implementing curriculum plans, and communicating observations to families.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma and CDA.
• Strong teamwork and cultural sensitivity.
• Willingness to learn current Early Childhood Development methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage classroom materials and equipment on a daily basis.
• Maintain a safe and healthy classroom and outdoor play environment according to Department of Health guidelines.
• Assist the Head Teacher with classroom management and adherence to classroom schedule.
• Attend to the physical needs of children in a caring and kind manner.
• Directly supervise the activities of the children under the direction of the Head Teacher.
• Assist with the implementation of individualized curriculum plans.
• Assist each child with the activities and classroom routines of the day.
• Assist Head Teacher with developing curriculum plans based upon observations and assessments of each child in the classroom.
• To build positive relationships and effectively communicate achievements and concerns with the families of children in their care.
• Assist with the implementation of each child’s Individualized Family Service Plan or Individualized Education Plan when applicable.
• Contribute to a positive, pleasant and emotionally supportive classroom atmosphere for each child and family in the program.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Education

High School diploma and CDA

Job description

SCO Family of Service seeks an Early Childhood Assistant to support head teachers in delivering developmentally appropriate activities in a licensed childcare setting in New York. You will help maintain a safe classroom, assist with daily schedules, and engage with children in caring, age-appropriate ways to support learning and development.

Responsibilities include supervising children under the Head Teacher, implementing curriculum plans, and communicating observations to families.