Infant Assistant Teacher

The Learning Experience; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading preschool in New York seeks passionate teachers to create engaging learning environments for young children. Ideal candidates will foster relationships with families, implement a proprietary curriculum, and ensure a safe, nurturing atmosphere. Join a dedicated team that values growth and development in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of professional teaching experience preferred.
• Must meet state specific guidelines for the role.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, engaging classroom space.
• Communicate with parents about children's progress.
• Ensure the safety and security of each child.

Skills

Relationship Building

Dynamic Environment Creation

Developmentally Appropriate Practices

Education

High School Diploma/GED

College ECE Coursework

Job description

Teachers at our preschool are ambassadors of happiness, creating opportunities every day that reflect our mission to make a difference in the lives of children, their families and communities.

Our teachers are leaders, responsible for implementing our curriculum, working with Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool children. Our passionate teachers use a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning.
Our Teachers:

• Create a welcoming, engaging classroom space for young children to learn, play and grow
• Instill a love for learning and exploration by utilizing our proprietary curriculum, which serves as the framework for creating and developing engaging lessons
• Communicate with parents on a daily basis, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions.
• Support the center’s success, partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment and engagement
• Ensure the safety and security of each child.

Qualifications:

• Ability to build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic environment where play and learning happens
• At least 1 year of professional teaching experience preferred
• High School Diploma/GED required. College ECE coursework highly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.
• Must meet state specific guidelines for the role.

Requirements:

• Minimum daily hours, as assigned
• Report to work all days that TLE are open
• Provide nurturing, safe, educational environment
• Co-teach and share responsibilities of lesson plans
• Maintain educational portfolios
• Foster professional and meaningful relationships with parents/guardians
• Engage in team meetings with Director
• Follow full day curriculum schedule
• Maintain a clean/neat and tour ready environment