Lead Teacher (Infant Toddler)

Cardinal McCloskey Community Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

3 weeks paid time off in August

12 Paid Sick days per year

19 Paid Holidays per year

3 Personal Days per year

Paid time off during school closure

Job summary

Cardinal McCloskey Community Services is seeking a Lead Teacher (Infant Toddler) to join our Early Childhood Education team. You will care for and teach children six weeks to three years, creating a safe, responsive, and developmentally rich environment.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Development or equivalent, with Head Start or early childhood experience preferred. This full-time position offers strong benefits and opportunities to lead with purpose.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Development required.
• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education with eligibility for a study plan preferred.
• Minimum two years' experience in Head Start or Early Childhood setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education for infants and toddlers.
• Implement services aligned with Head Start Standards and CMCS policies.
• Recognize each child's culture, language, and abilities.
• Establish daily routines and transitions supporting emotional security.
• Create nurturing, responsive interactions and environments.
• Document developmental progress weekly using TSG and ChildPlus.

Skills

Caring personality

Upbeat personality

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Development

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

Eligibility for study plan

Job description

Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Makes a Difference! Safe Children, Stable Families, Successful Lives.

We are currently seeking a nurturing and imaginative Lead Teacher (Infant Toddler) to join our Early Childhood Education team.

Lead Teacher (Infant Toddler)

At CMCS (Cardinal McCloskey Community Services) , our mission is to protect, empower, and promote independence for at-risk children and families and those with developmental disabilities through quality community-based services.

In this role, you'll care for and teach children ages six weeks to three years, while creating a safe, responsive, and developmentally rich environment. If you're passionate about early learning and want to make a lasting impact, this is your opportunity to lead with purpose.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education for infants and toddlers
• Implement integrated service delivery aligned with Head Start Performance Standards, DOH Article 47 Guidelines, and CMCS policies
• Recognize and support the individual needs of each child's culture, language, and abilities
• Establish daily routines and smooth transitions that foster emotional security
• Create nurturing, responsive interactions and environments
• Accurately document developmental progress using Teaching Strategies GOLD (TSG) and ChildPlus on a weekly basis

Requirements

• Caring, upbeat personality
• Bachelor's Degree with a concentration in Early Childhood Development
• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education with eligibility for a study plan
• Previous experience in a Head Start Program or other Early Childhood setting preferred
• Minimum two years' experience preferred

CMCS Offers

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 3 weeks paid time off in August
• 12 Paid Sick days per year
• 19 Paid Holidays per year
• 3 Personal Days per year
• Paid time off in December, February and April when school is closed
• $7500/year Educational Assistance (tuition, books, certification exams, etc) - eligible upon hire.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance