Assistant Teacher (Floating, 91st)

Goddard; New York (NY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent community center in Manhattan seeks a passionate early childhood educator. The role involves classroom management, fostering children's growth through engaging activities, and requires a solid understanding of safety protocols. Candidates should have relevant certifications and enjoy working with young children in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Teaching Assistant Certificate Level 1 or working toward one.
• Experience in Early Childhood preferred.
• 1+ years of experience working with children ages 3-4 is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage classroom and ensure safety of children.
• Lead the class and prepare lesson plans weekly.
• Conduct assessments and parent/teacher conferences three times a year.

Skills

Bilingual

Organized

Creative

Patient

Collaborative

Education

Teaching Assistant Certificate Level 1

CDA Certificate

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Day Care Center at W. 91st Street - New York, NY

Salary Range: $31601.00 - $35494.00 Salary/year

Job Shift: Day

Description

Organization Overview:The Goddard Riverside Community Center (Goddard Riverside) and the Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center (Isaacs Center) are well-established Manhattan community-based agencies that support services to approximately 30,000 New Yorkers. We are two of New York City’s leading human services organizations meeting the needs of children, youth and families, homeless individuals, and older adults through-out Manhattan and New York City. We work every day for a fair and just society where all people have the opportunity to make choices that lead to better lives for themselves and their families.

Program Description: Goddard Riverside Community Center operates two DOE/ HS affiliated early childhood centers for working families and their children aged 2 ½ to 5. Each center facilitates classroom activities that promote intellectual, social, emotional, and physical growth through the hands-on exploration of science, nature and art.

Schedule: Monday through Friday - Hours: 7:30am to 6:00pm

Salary: $31,601-$35,494

Candidates must have the required qualifications to be considered for the position. The salaryoffer will be basedonthe candidate’s number of years experience in the exact orcomparableposition and additional preferred qualifications will be taken into account.

Roles, Responsibilities, and Essential Duties

• Will manage the classroom and safety & well-being of the children.
• Will work with team to ensure the light cleaning of the classroom (i.e. wiping down the tables, sweeping after meals/ sensory play, etc.)
• Will be responsible for leading the class
• Will be responsible for doing observations/assessments of a group of students
• Will be responsible for Parent/Teacher Conferences 3 times a year with the help of team
• Will be responsible for lesson plans (submitted weekly) and preparing for activities (with assistance from team)
• May be asked occasionally to work extra hours (especially during Parent/Teacher Conferences or Special Events and Field Trips)
• Must maintain appearance of the classroom environment.
• Must follow the Health and Safety guidance

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Teaching Assistant Certificate Level 1/ working toward one OR CDA Certificate preferred
• Experience in Early Childhood preferred
• Have 1+ years of experience working with children ages 3-4 years old preferred
• Must be DOI Fingerprinted/ PETS
• Must be able to pass the state background check
• Current CPR/First Aid Training a plus
• Current DOE & DOH mandated trainings a plus

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Bilingual preferred
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to take initiative in work assignments
• Ability to work flexible hours and be flexible with the children
• Must be highly organized
• Must have the ability to prioritize work load
• Must be Creative
• Must be Patient
• Must have a good sense of humor and enjoy working with children
• Must be able to work collaboratively
• Must be able to use tablet and online applications
• Must be able to communicate effectively with parents and teaching team
• Work experience providing services to children and families.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and bend up to 50lbs
• Ability to get down on the floor and play outside with the children

Work Environment

• Classroom

This position is classified as a union position under the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Day Care Council of New York ("DCCNY") and Local 205, Community and Social Agency Employees Union, District Council 1707, A.F.S.C.M.E., A.F.L.C.I.O. ("Local 205"),. The union represents employees in the bargaining unit (i.e. Goddard employees in Local 205 union positions). The Collective Bargaining Agreement is a written contract that defines the agreed-upon terms and conditions of employment, including wage increases, paid time off and other benefits, and the grievance process. All employees in Local 205 union positions at Goddard Riverside are subject to and covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Membership in the union includes the collection of union dues on a monthly basis, to be deducted from the members Goddard paycheck at a rate to be determined by the union.

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace community grounded in respect for differences. We support hiring a broadly diverse team of qualified individuals who will contribute to our organizations.

Goddard Riverside and Isaacs Center provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job related task other than those specifically presented in this description. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.