Assistant Teacher

Spring Creek Towers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early childhood education center in New York is looking for an Assistant Teacher / Teachers Aide. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and management skills and will play a key role in supporting the Lead Teacher while ensuring a safe and effective learning environment for children. The role requires collaborating with a team, following educational policies, and maintaining professional relationships with parents.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience working with children in early childhood.
• Must maintain confidentiality regarding employee records.
• Willingness to pursue NYS Assistant Teacher Certification or AA Degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in curriculum implementation and classroom management.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in the classroom.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Teamwork

Task management

Effective communication

Time management

Classroom management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Early Childhood

NYC Assistant Teacher Certification

Job description

Position Description : SUMMARY OF POSITION :

The Assistant Teacher / Teachers Aide must have a minimum of 2 years of experience working with children full time in an early childhood classroom. The Assistant Teacher / Teacher Aide must meet the Department of Education and Department of Health qualifications as specified in its policy manual. The Assistant Teacher / Aide reports directly to the Executive Director and/or the Education Director.

The Starrett Early Centers Assistant Teacher / Aide role requires an independent learner who is detail-oriented, efficient, analytical, and reliable.

This role requires someone who can manage multitasking on various levels. He or she must be able to follow and execute multi-step directions.

Under the classroom supervision of the Lead Teacher, the Assistant Teacher / Teachers Aide will be responsible for working within the framework of Starrett Early Learning Center to carry out its functions, policies, and procedures.

The Assistant Teacher / Teachers Aide will provide direct support as deemed pertinent to the Lead teacher in all instructional components and curriculum implementation.

The Assistant Teacher / Teachers Aide will serve as a role model in the classroom for students.

He or she will be responsible for professional growth and maintaining an active study plan.

The Assistant Teacher / Teachers Aide will work to maintain positive professional relationships with parents and guardians.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• The Assistant Teacher / Aide must be able to work collaboratively within a team.
• He / She will possess effective classroom management skills and demonstrate a strong ability to manage time and adhere to deadlines.
• He or she should also demonstrate leadership skills, be able to multitask, and take initiative.
• The Assistant Teacher / Aide must complete mandatory 2 hours of training in child abuse maltreatment, identification, reporting, and prevention. Additionally, a minimum of 15 hours of training each year in subjects related to child health, safety, supervision, and early childhood development is required.
• The Assistant Teacher / Aide is responsible for assisting the Education Director in ensuring Starrett Early Learning Center is clean, safe, and compliant with Department of Health regulations daily.
• The Assistant Teacher / Aide is responsible for ensuring safety, direct supervision of students, cleanliness, and organization in the classroom at all times.
• The Assistant Teacher / Aide will assist in developing a program of sound educational goals appropriate to the age and developmental level of children.

REQUIREMENTS & COMPETENCIES :

To be successful, an Assistant Teacher / Aide must maintain confidentiality regarding personal employee records. The following skills are essential:

• Ability to identify gaps and create improvements
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Task management
• Effective communication skills
• Time management
• Willingness to be flexible
• Classroom management

EDUCATION / WORK REQUIREMENTS :

High School Diploma or GED is required. An Associate Degree in Early Childhood is preferred. NYC Assistant Teacher Certification is preferred. Candidates must be willing to participate in a study plan to obtain NYS Assistant Teacher Certification or an AA Degree, if applicable.

LANGUAGE SKILLS :

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the public.

REASONING ABILITY :

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Discretion and high confidentiality are required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.