Lead Twos Teacher

JCC Association of North America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Flexible spending

Commuter benefits

Pension plan

403(b) retirement benefit

Membership at the Riverdale YM-YWHA

Job summary

The JCC Association of North America is seeking a Lead Twos Teacher for the Riverdale YM-YWHA. This full-time position involves the education and care of 12 two-year-olds, developing creative, age-appropriate curriculum that includes Jewish holiday and Shabbat programming.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and possess NYS Teaching Certification, along with the ability to foster warm relationships with children and families. Benefits include medical insurance, flexible spending, commuter benefits, and more.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or eligible for Master's Degree.
• NYS Teaching Certification required.
• Experience in a lead teacher role preferred.
• Ability to foster relationships with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Plan age-appropriate curriculum for children.
• Create experiences for Jewish holidays and Shabbat.
• Assess child development for conferences and meetings.
• Collaborate with specialists for children with special needs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaboration skills

Reflective teaching skills

Ability to build warm relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

NYS Teaching Certification Birth-Grade 2

Job description

Location and Job Title

Lead Twos Teacher
Riverdale YM-YWHA
5625 Arlington Ave
Bronx, NY 10471

About the Organization

Riverdale Y is a community and cultural center located in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx. We provide educational, recreational, cultural, and wellness programming for children and adults of all ages. The Riverdale Y is rooted in universal values where diversity is celebrated and all are welcome to participate, engage, and connect. We are a sanctuary to think, learn, and grow, an open door to creativity, fitness, and fun, and a catalyst for change and transformation.

Scope

The Lead Twos Teacher will be part of the Early Childhood Center team that includes six classrooms and 18 teachers. This position is responsible for the full-time education and care of 12 two‑year olds, including planning of developmentally appropriate curriculum, classroom management, family support, and Jewish holiday and Shabbat programming. The Lead Twos Teacher will report to the Early Childhood Center Director. This is a full‑time, in‑person position in Riverdale.

This role works closely with the Assistant Teachers, Operations Manager and Early Childhood Center Director to create a warm, loving and creative first school experience that nurtures families and readies children for our 3K program.

What You Will Do

• Plan age‑appropriate curriculum across domains including language, math, science, gross and fine motor development, artistic expression, and social and emotional development
• Create Jewish holiday and Shabbat experiences
• Assess development to prepare for Parent/Teacher Conferences bi‑annually and IFSP and turning‑three CPSE meetings
• Support children with special needs and collaborate with Early Intervention professionals such as Special Instructors, Speech and Language Pathologists, and Occupational and Physical Therapists

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or study plan eligible pursuing Master's Degree or Bachelor's in a DOH‑designated related field
• NYS Teaching Certification Birth‑Grade 2 (or study plan eligible)
• Prior lead‑teacher experience in a progressive Twos classroom strongly preferred
• Ability to build warm relationships with children and families
• Strong communication, collaboration, and reflective teaching skills

Nice‑to‑Haves

• Passion for music, movement, arts, gardening, cooking or other interests to share with children

Salary & Compensation

Riverdale Y offers employees medical and dental insurance, flexible spending, commuter benefits, a pension plan, and an optional 403(b) retirement benefit.

Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 AM‑3:30 PM

Salary: $45,000 – $50,000 with benefits including membership at the Riverdale YM‑YWHA

Riverdale Y provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.