Head Teacher Pre-Nursery Part-time

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,216 - 57,859; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused educational institution in New York seeks a part-time Head Teacher for their Turning 2s and Shabbat Together programs for 2-year-olds. The role involves collaborating with co-teachers to create an engaging, safe classroom environment and developing child-centered curriculum. Candidates should possess knowledge of child development, excellent communication skills, and a proactive mindset. Salary ranges from $35.00 to $42.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proactive and open to learning with mentoring.
• Familiarity with Reggio Emilia and child-centered learning is a plus.
• Certification in infant/child CPR and First Aid is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with co-teachers to maintain a safe and engaging classroom.
• Communicate effectively with families through various methods.
• Plan innovative, developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Skills

Knowledge of development and learning for children under 3

Ability to work collaboratively

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Job description

Overview

The Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan seeks a part-time Head Teacher for our Turning 2s and Shabbat Together pre-nursery programs for 2-year-olds. The position is available from September to June and could continue throughout the summer. Turning 2s is designed to be a young child's first drop-off experience in a classroom setting. Our pre-nursery programs are play-based, open-ended classes that encourage exploration, growth, and discovery. We strive to create inclusive and engaging environments where children and families can become part of a community and develop lasting connections.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with co-teachers to:
• Communicate with families through reflection emails, posts, etc.
• Organize and maintain a classroom.
• Maintain the safety, happiness, and growth of children in classes
• Plan innovative, open-ended, developmentally appropriate, child-centered curriculum.
• Ability to work collaboratively on a teaching team to execute a successful classroom curriculum.
• A kind, warm, welcoming, and reflective demeanor.
• Additional time for team planning, full staff meetings, and professional development.
• Excellent ability to interact, communicate, and build relationships with parents and caregivers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of development and learning for children under 3.
• Proactive, open to learning and growing with mentoring from supervisors and co-teachers.
• Familiarity with Reggio Emilia, play-based and child-centered learning a plus.
• Knowledge of Shabbat, Jewish holidays, and values a plus.
• Certification in infant/child CPR and First Aid a plus.

Hours

Hours vary based on the class schedule. Possible schedule includes:

• Monday-Friday 8:30-11:30 am (class time is 9:00-11:00 am).
• Possibility for additional hours throughout the year.

Salary

Salary: $35.00 - $42.00 per hour

Details

• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Non-profit Organization Management