EHS Teacher

Grand Street Settlement; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,440 - 38,693; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Life insurance

401k plan

Paid vacation and personal time

Job summary

Grand Street Settlement is looking for a full-time EHS Teacher located in Brooklyn. The role involves assisting the Lead Teacher in planning and supervising services for a classroom of young children, following Head Start Performance Standards. Required qualifications include an AA in Early Childhood Education and the CDA credential. The position offers benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, and time off. Flexibility is needed as responsibilities may evolve during the startup phase.

Qualifications

• AA in Early Childhood Education or 90 credits towards the degree.
• Completion of CDA credential or coursework in infant/toddler development.
• Experience with newborn to three years old children and their families.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in planning services for a classroom.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment per regulations.
• Support staff in implementing programming for child development.
• Collaborate with parents and conduct home visits.

Skills

Experience working with families and children aged newborn to three

Ability to work collaboratively

Ability to maintain written records

Bilingual English/Chinese/Albanian or Spanish

Ability to lift 35 pounds

Education

AA in Early Childhood Education

Completion of Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

Job description

Position Title

EHS Teacher (Full Time)

Department

Early Childhood

Location

Brooklyn

Reports To

Site Director

Salary Range

$33,440.45-$38,693.21 (salary is based on credentials). Benefits include medical/dental, life insurance, 401k plan, and vacation, personal and sick time‑off.

Date

January 2025

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8 am-4 pm, or 9 am-5 pm. Schedule may vary due to program needs.

Job Summary

Assist Lead Teacher in planning and supervising services for a classroom of eight children using the identified curriculum and best practices in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards, Department of Health (Article 47), and other relevant regulations. For the start‑up phase for 2 years this will be an evolving position. Interim roles and responsibilities will be adjusted and this position requires an individual to be flexible. Job responsibilities will be revisited once all center‑based sites are up and running.

Education, Experience and Skill Requirements

• AA in Early Childhood Education; or 90 credits of an approved study plan to complete the degree
• Completion of the Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or formal coursework in infant/toddler development
• Experience working with families and children aged newborn to three and their families
• Ability to work with children and families with special developmental, social or cultural needs
• Ability to maintain written records and manage time to ensure the completion of assigned work
• Ability to work collaboratively and provide leadership
• Ability to lift 35 pounds easily and regularly
• Bilingual English/Chinese/Albanian or Spanish strongly preferred

Pre‑employment Requirements

• Successfully clear NYS DOI Fingerprint Screening, NYS Central Registry Clearance, Sex Offender Registry Clearance, 3 reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test, Tdap, MMR, varicella (fees may apply)
• Meet all employee health requirements in Article 47 (DOHMH) and Head Start performance standards
• Mandated Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with agency’s policy and procedure regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect
• Obtain First Aid/CPR and Preventive Infectious diseases certificate within the first year of employment
• Meets all employee health requirements in Article 47 (DOHMH) and Head Start Performance Standards

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting in the maintenance of a safe and sanitary environment in accordance with EHS and DOHMH regulations, including regular visual inspection of equipment and areas accessible to children.
• Assisting and supporting staff in the planning and implementation of programming that takes into the account of the emotional, social, physical, cognitive, and language development and health needs of the individual child as well as the group.
• Work cooperatively with classroom team and coordinators to ensure the children’s goals and objectives are met.
• Assist with maintaining developmentally appropriate equipment and materials in good, sanitized and disinfected condition and ensure children’s access and constructive use.
• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information (verbal and written), including child behavior and parent communication.
• Notifying the Lead Teacher of any concerns or observations of child health and behavior.
• Consulting with teacher prior to communicating information about individual children to parents.
• Assisting and supporting with the recordkeeping and curriculum planning for individual children and the group including ongoing assessment of children’s development in keeping with identified EHS and GSS school readiness goals using Teaching Strategies Gold three times a year.
• Participate in regular weekly team meetings, multi-disciplinary case conferences and parent meetings.
• Develop and maintain positive working partnerships with parents.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to communicate information about child development and individual children to parents.
• Assist with standardized developmental and behavioral screenings within 45 calendar days of the child’s entry and follow through with any needed follow up.
• Work with specialists and parents to support children with diagnosed special needs.
• Conduct home visits at least twice a year according to program policies and procedures.
• Conduct individual parent/teacher conferences at least three times per year to share child outcomes, and work collaboratively with parents to establish individual goals related to school readiness.
• Follow applicable state regulations and agency policies regarding the prevention and reporting of child maltreatment.
• Participate in coaching opportunities and professional development training.
• Participate in annual performance evaluation to set short and long term professional goals.
• Participate in all required trainings and meetings.
• Special projects and duties, as assigned and as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)