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Early Childhood Lead Teacher

Early Childhood Lead Teacher

YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & InwoodNew York, New York, United States
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The lead teacher will help to support our program while working with three-year-old children through the implementation of an enriching classroom environment within our state-of-the-art indoor and outdoor facilities. The successful candidate will bring great presence and creativity to the position and will collaborate with our teaching teams and with the directors of the program to help develop and implement an emergent, play-based curriculum incorporating exciting units of study.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

  • Work directly with students to support and enhance their learning within our classroom of three-year-old’s.
  • Collaborate with the classroom teaching team to plan units of study based on the interests of students and families.
  • Create and actively promote a welcoming environment where every child and parent are treated with dignity and respect.
  • Along with the assistant teacher, develop and implement an exciting and creative classroom experience incorporating science, cooking, large motor activities, waterplay, story time and art.
  • Establish meaningful relationships with families and maintain effective communication, both oral and written.

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

  • Full-time position; work done during the 42 weeks of the NYC school year.
  • Monday – Friday
  • Usual hours : 8 : 00AM-4 : 00PM
  • COMPENSATION :

  • $55,000 to $68,652 per year; paid at $34.92 to $43.59 per hour - dependant on early childhood education credentials.
  • Eligible for salary increases under the collective bargaining agreement. (CBA)
  • Competitive benefits package. (Health Insurance; Generous Paid Time Off; Optional Pension Plan; Optional 403b Plan; Life Insurance; Flexible Spending Account; Commuter Benefit Plan; Free Y Fitness Center / Gym Membership)
  • QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Master’s degree in Early Childhood education.
  • New York State Early Childhood license preferred.
  • The ability to work within a team approach.
  • Knowledge of early childhood education best practices.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to interact effectively with colleagues and families.
  • Competency in general computer skills.
  • WORK AUTHORIZATION & CLEARANCES :

  • Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.
  • Must pass the background check, medical form and fingerprinting through the Departments of Health and Education.
  • This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other functions and responsibilities may change or may be assigned.

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

    About YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood :

    Established in 1917, the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the “Y”) is a not-for-profit Jewish Community Center that welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs. We offer a wide range of educational, recreational, and social service programs to enhance the quality of life of our clients. From top-notch early childhood education and youth development programs to innovative older adult services, there’s always something for everyone at the Y!

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