Assistant Preschool Teacher

Society for Conservation Biology; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

View more categories | View less categories | Sector: Academic / Research | Field: Conservation science | Discipline: Modeling | Salary Type: Salary | Employment Type: Full time

We are seeking a warm, collaborative, and proactive Assistant Teacher to join our Reggio Emilia-inspired infant/toddler program for next year. This is a hands-on, supportive role ideal for someone passionate about early childhood education and eager to grow within a reflective, team-oriented environment.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Support Daily Communication with Families: Help take photos and videos of children at work; assist with uploading content to our parent app; contribute to daily blogs or reflections highlighting classroom moments.
2. Assist with Documentation: Work alongside the lead teacher to gather observations, support child portfolios, and contribute to the class project documentation. Help capture meaningful interactions and learning through photos and brief written notes.
3. Collaborate on Lesson Planning: Support the lead teacher in preparing engaging, developmentally appropriate materials and activities inspired by the children's interests. Help integrate weekly specialists (e.g., music, movement, language) into classroom experiences.
4. Provide Nurturing Care: Help with feeding, diapering, dressing, and supporting the daily routines of infants with attentiveness and care.
5. Promote a Calm, Responsive Environment: Use gentle redirection and modeling to guide behavior. Support circle time, small group explorations, and transitions throughout the day.
6. Engage in Professional Learning: Attend staff development sessions and Reggio-inspired training opportunities. Participate in team meetings and reflective conversations about classroom practices and child development.
7. Team Collaboration: Communicate regularly with the lead teacher and administrative team. Contribute ideas and reflections to help deepen classroom work and relationships.

Qualifications:

1. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (or currently pursuing).
2. Minimum of 1-2 years of classroom experience with infants (3 months to 1 year).
3. Open and enthusiastic about learning the Reggio Emilia approach.
4. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
5. New York State Certification is a plus but not required.

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