Group Teacher (Bronx Citadel Child Care)

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory in New York is looking for a Group Teacher to supervise children, develop educational programs, and maintain communication with parents. The role demands proficiency in Microsoft Office and adherence to educational guidelines. Successful candidates will hold a NYS Early Childhood Certification or be pursuing one. Responsibilities include keeping records of progress, executing classroom activities, and participating in recruitment efforts. Join us in providing a safe and nurturing environment for children.

Qualifications

• Supervise children according to safety regulations.
• Plan educational programs to meet children’s developmental needs.
• Maintain records of children's progress.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children at all times.
• Execute classroom programs.
• Keep accurate written records on children's progress.
• Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers.

Skills

Supervision of children

Classroom programming

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication with parents

Education

NYS Early Childhood Certification Birth-2

Tools

NYC Department of Education online platforms

Teaching Strategies

Job description

Under the supervision of the Educational Director, the group teacher shall be responsible for working within the framework of The Salvation Army and carrying out its functions, policies and procedures, observing the schedules in the center and adhering to its established personnel policies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Appropriately supervise children at all times according to DOH and DOE regulations to facilitate safety and optimal program functioning.
• Plan and execute a program within the classroom that meets the educational, social, developmental and health needs of the group and the individual child.
• Develop educational goals appropriate to the age and developmental level of each child.
• Take responsibility for keeping classroom furniture, equipment and materials accessible and in good condition.
• Assist the Educational Director in promoting the professional growth and development of classroom associates.
• Keep accurate and up to date written records on children’s progress according to DOE, DOH and Salvation Army policy.
• Regularly communicate child’s progress to parents, caregivers and relevant center staff.
• Maintain good working relationships with parents/caregivers and Salvation Army colleagues.
• Conduct parent conferences.
• Participate in staff meetings, mandatory trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Participate in recruitment activities to increase enrollment in the centers.
• If necessary and appropriate, fulfill administrative functions in the absence of the Educational Director.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), NYC Department of Education online platforms, and Teaching Strategies.
• Other duties as assigned, consistent with the above and according to programmatic need.

Qualifications

• The group teacher shall meet the requirements set by the NYS DOH, DOE and The Salvation Army for the day care center in which he/she will be employed.
• A Group Teacher must have a NYS Early Childhood Certification Birth-2 or be on a study plan towards certification.