Assistant Teacher

1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

1199SEIU Child Care Corporation in New York City is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support the Head Teacher in creating and maintaining a nurturing classroom environment. You will help supervise children, assist with daily activities, and ensure safety and well-being.

This permanent, full-time role requires a High School Diploma or GED, an Assistant Teacher Certification and CDA, strong communication skills, and knowledge of early childhood development.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED; some college coursework preferred.
• Assistant Teacher Certification and a minimum of two years teaching or child care for ages 2–5.
• CDA certification.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - oral, written, and listening.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to navigate online assessment tools.
• Knowledge of developmental milestones and best practices in Early Childhood Education Pedagogy.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety Practices and Guidelines.
• Bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Head Teacher in preparing and maintaining the prepared environment.
• Reports incidents promptly with written details and notifies the Director.
• Attends meetings as requested.
• Maintains positive relationships with parents to provide security for children.
• Assists in planning and implementing center projects and programs.
• Supervises the classroom and supports individuals and small groups of children.
• Oversees safety and well-being of children in all areas and during fire drills.
• Performs additional duties and projects as assigned by management.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Office

Bilingual

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college coursework in Education

Assistant Teacher Certification

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Requisition # 7504-7405CCC

# of openings 2

Employment Type Full time

Position Status Permanent

Category Non-Bargaining

Workplace Arrangement In-Office

Fund 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation

Job Classification Non-Exempt

Responsibilities

• Assists the Head Teacher in preparing and maintaining the prepared environment.
• Reports any incident or accident immediately. Prepares a written report stating date, time, nature of the incident or accident, and action taken. Responsible for promptly reporting the incident or accident to the Director.
• Attends meetings as requested.
• Notifies the Head Teacher immediately of personal difficulties related to children, parents, and staff.
• Assists in planning and implementing other center projects and programs assigned by the Head Teacher or Director.
• Utilizes positive phrasing of directives when with children.
• Works with individual and small groups of children as directed by the Head Teacher.
• Supervises the classroom as directed by the Head Teacher.
• Responsible for the safety and well-being of children at all times, in the classroom and on the playgrounds.
• Supervises children in the execution of fire drills.
• Maintains positive relationships with parents to give them a feeling of security in leaving their children at the center.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or (GED) required. Some college-level coursework in Education and/or applicable college degree preferred
• Must have an Assistant Teacher Certification and a minimum of two (2) years teaching and/or providing child care for young children (ages 2-5 years old)
• Child Development Associate (CDA)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - oral, written, and listening
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint); ability to navigate diverse online assessment tools
• Knowledge of developmental milestones and Best Practices in Early Childhood Education Pedagogy
• Knowledge of Health and Safety Practices and Guidelines
• Bilingual a plus