Assistant Teacher
Children's Aid Society | |||||
United States, New York, Manhattan | |||||
May 06, 2024 | |||||
Job ID: 006860 Description: Richmond Early Childhood Center (159 Broadway) 28,000 -31,000 Position Summary: Early Childhood (EC) Division at Children's Aid (CA) is founded on the belief that strong communities are built by children and families who have the access and skills and choice to create pathways to their success. The Early Childhood Department serves over 700 low-income children ages 0-5 and their families in schools and community centers throughout Manhattan, Staten Island and the Bronx through a combination of Federal, State and City funding. We believe that strong communities are built by children and families who have access, skills and choice to create pathways to their success. Each Assistant Teacher will work with their teaching team to ensure that all children reach developmentally appropriate milestones through the implementation of evidence-based curricula, individualized support and high-quality learning environments. Assistant Teachers will focus on making sure that all the children and families will be ready to be successful in Kindergarten and in life, while ensuring that all Head Start Performance Standards and site-specific funding regulations are met or exceeded. Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the site's Education Director, the Assistant Teacher's responsibilities include the following: Curriculum and Instruction
Record Maintenance, Screening and Assessment
Family Engagement
Professional Development
Health and Safety
Minimum Qualifications: The Assistant Teacher must have qualifications that satisfy Federal Head Start requirements, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Article 47 regulations, and Universal Preschool Guidelines. Depending on one's education and certification, an Assistant Teacher may fall into one of the following categories: Assistant Teacher I: Must possess an Associate's Degree or equivalent credits (in any area). Depending on the nature of the degree and relevant years of experience, it may be required to have a child development associate (CDA) credential or be enrolled in a CDA credential program that will be completed within 2 years, which is a condition of employment that cannot be extended. Assistant Teacher II: Must possess a Bachelor's Degree (in any area). Depending on the nature of the degree and relevant years of experience, it may be required to have a child development associate (CDA) credential or be enrolled in a CDA credential program that will be completed within 2 years, which is a condition of employment that cannot be extended. Assistant Teacher III: Must possess a Master's Degree (in any area). Depending on the nature of the degree and relevant years of experience, it may be required to have a child development associate (CDA) credential or be enrolled in a CDA credential program that will be completed within 2 years, which is a condition of employment that cannot be extended. Key Competencies
A review and final determination of credentials and qualifications are reserved for the site's Education Director and the Children's Aid Director of Early Childhood Programs. Requirements:
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