Lead Teacher - Level III

Phipps Neighborhoods; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Phipps Neighborhoods Inc. in New York City is seeking a Lead Classroom Teacher Level III to deliver high-quality instruction for 4-year-old Universal Pre-K students and manage classroom culture.

The role differentiates instruction for diverse learners and ensures services for children with special needs. You will collaborate with families, staff, and administrators, develop and implement lesson plans aligned with NYC standards, supervise assistants, and maintain records and portfolios while

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience.
• Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and a valid NYSED certification.
• Certified in Child Abuse and Maltreatment.
• Certified in Infectious Disease.
• Complete CBC and SCR clearances.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans based on the NYC Department of Education Common Core curriculum framework.
• Lead classroom activities; supervise the planning and execution of a program that provides quality learning experiences for children.
• Write reports and communicate with parents about children’s progress.
• Present curriculum and policy-related information at parent meetings.
• Supervise assistant teachers, substitute teachers, and volunteers.
• Create classroom materials.
• Maintain class records and student files.
• Input and analyze student data using a variety of agency and curricular platforms.
• Maintain class portfolio per National Association for the Education of Young Children requirements.
• Modify the classroom to respond to individual children’s needs.
• Supervise all children’s indoor and outdoor activities while incorporating positive guidance and safety.
• Plan the use of community resources to enrich the educational content of the program.
• Implement sound classroom activities and educational practices appropriate to the age and development of children in order to prepare for positive learning experiences.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and families of children served.
• Maintain strong relationships with colleagues and administrators.
• Develop a system for quality observations and assessments of children and programming.
• Develop and enhance a program of sound educational goals.

Skills

Teaching experience

Early childhood education

NYSED certification

CBC clearance

SCR clearance

Education

Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education

NYSED Certification

Job description

Phipps Neighborhoods Inc. is a 41‑year‑old multi‑service nonprofit that provides a comprehensive network of educational and work‑readiness programs, as well as critical community resources, to more than 10,000 children, teens, and adults each year in the Bronx and Manhattan. These programs include Universal Pre‑Kindergarten, after‑school, summer camp, literacy and ESOL, HSED, college prep, work readiness, resident supports, family programs and more.

Primary Function: The Lead Classroom Teacher Level III is responsible for delivering sound instruction and overseeing all aspects of classroom culture for 4‑year‑old Universal Pre‑Kindergarten students. The Lead Teacher will provide children with a learning environment that prepares them to develop socially, intellectually, physically and emotionally in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development. Additionally, the Lead Teacher will differentiate instruction for a variety of learners and ensure the proper implementation of services to children with special needs in the class. Lead Teacher Level III may also serve as a co‑lead teacher for classrooms that have two lead teachers.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans based on the New York City Department of Education Common Core curriculum framework.
• Lead classroom activities; supervise the planning and execution of a program that provides quality learning experiences for children.
• Write reports and communicate with parents about children’s progress.
• Present curriculum and policy‑related information at parent meetings.
• Supervise assistant teachers, substitute teachers, and volunteers.
• Create classroom materials.
• Maintain class records and student files.
• Input and analyze student data using a variety of agency and curricular platforms.
• Maintain class portfolio per National Association for the Education of Young Children requirements.
• Modify the classroom to respond to individual children’s needs.
• Supervise all children’s indoor and outdoor activities while incorporating positive guidance and safety.
• Plan the use of community resources to enrich the educational content of the program.
• Implement sound classroom activities and educational practices appropriate to the age and development of children in order to prepare for positive learning experiences.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and families of children served.
• Maintain strong relationships with colleagues and administrators.
• Develop a system for quality observations and assessments of children and programming.
• Develop and enhance a program of sound educational goals.

Position Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience.
• Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and a valid NYSED certification.
• Certified in Child Abuse and Maltreatment.
• Certified in Infectious Disease.
• Complete CBC and SCR clearances.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship.

Phipps Houses and Affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, ancestry, alienage, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

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