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$35.00/hr - $37.00/hr Kings Bay Y / JCC Brooklyn
Head Teacher
(FOR CHILDREN OF AGE 2-5 y.o.)
The Opportunity
Kings Bay Y/ JCC Brooklyn is a community space that connects, uplifts and inspires. It is a Jewish Community Center with and without walls. Students are engaged in activities that are both relevant and of great interest to them, including art, literacy, dance, and music. They will use their five senses to explore the world around them and be exposed to a variety of different learning materials.
We welcome everyone from all religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds as we provide a wide array of programs for children and families to explore Jewish culture, values, holidays, and Israel through music, storytelling, art, Hebrew, and food. We offer early childhood programs, summer day camps, after-school and other fun and engaging programs for families
The Head Teacher is responsible for the education and care of the children and for developing curriculum, activities, and routines in a manner appropriate to the age of the children and contributing to the effective operation of the overall program. The head teacher reports to the director. The head teacher’s responsibilities include but are not limited to, the following description.
Main Responsibilities
Interpret and be able to articulate school philosophy and the Department of Health guidelines, goals, and procedures. Respond appropriately to emergencies with awareness of emergency procedures. Prepare the classroom arrangement and environment for the children prior to the start of school and on a daily basis. Relate to children in a warm, respectful manner and set appropriate and reasonable limits and expectations. Assess children’s needs and developmental progress on an ongoing basis. Prepare written reports on each child prior to each Parent/Teacher conference. Communicate with parents in an ongoing manner using email, phone calls, etc. to provide daily updates, curriculum updates, and photographs. Maintain communication during summer break as needed for planning following the school year and documentation and feedback for the previous school year. Be able to lift, carry, and hold children, stop and bend to a child’s level, and stand for long periods of time throughout the day. Communicate daily and meet weekly in the classroom with the assistant teacher. The assistant teacher should be advised of the daily plans and have access to planned activities for reference. Supervise and assess student teachers and aides assigned to the classroom.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field (Required). New York State teaching certification in Early Childhood or currently working toward certification, including recent graduates (required). Knowledge and skills relating to and planning for preschool children. Ability to interact in a supportive and nurturing manner with children and parents. Ability to organize and plan, both independently and cooperatively with others. Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. At least one year of childcare experience (Required).
Schedule
Full-time position: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM with 30-minute break. Part-time position: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM.
Salary
$35 - $37 per hour.
Benefits
Health insurance. Life insurance. Paid time off. Retirement plan. Vision insurance.
Education
Bachelor's (Required).
Experience
Early childcare: 1 year (Required).
License/Certification
Early Childhood Certification (Preferred)
Ability To Commute
Brooklyn, NY 11238 (Required).
Work Location:
In person.
About Kings Bay Y
Kings Bay Y/ JCC Brooklyn is a community center that connects, uplifts, and inspires. Kings Bay YM-YWHA strives to build and strengthen communities, create meaningful relationships and lasting friendships, and foster deeper connections among individuals, families, and partner institutions in Brooklyn. From our flagship base in southern Brooklyn, where we operate a successful full-service community center, to our more recent inroads in Brownstone Brooklyn and North Brooklyn under the JCC Brooklyn umbrella, the Kings Bay Y has remained true to its 60 year-old mission. We welcome everyone from all religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds. We operate various programs at 6 different physical locations in South, Central and North Brooklyn. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Preschool Head Teacher
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Kings Bay YM-YWHA, Inc. JCC Brooklyn 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Preschool Head Teacher
role at
Kings Bay YM-YWHA, Inc. JCC Brooklyn Kings Bay YM-YWHA, Inc. JCC Brooklyn provided pay range
This range is provided by Kings Bay YM-YWHA, Inc. JCC Brooklyn. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$35.00/hr - $37.00/hr Kings Bay Y / JCC Brooklyn
Head Teacher
(FOR CHILDREN OF AGE 2-5 y.o.)
The Opportunity
Kings Bay Y/ JCC Brooklyn is a community space that connects, uplifts and inspires. It is a Jewish Community Center with and without walls. Students are engaged in activities that are both relevant and of great interest to them, including art, literacy, dance, and music. They will use their five senses to explore the world around them and be exposed to a variety of different learning materials.
We welcome everyone from all religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds as we provide a wide array of programs for children and families to explore Jewish culture, values, holidays, and Israel through music, storytelling, art, Hebrew, and food. We offer early childhood programs, summer day camps, after-school and other fun and engaging programs for families
The Head Teacher is responsible for the education and care of the children and for developing curriculum, activities, and routines in a manner appropriate to the age of the children and contributing to the effective operation of the overall program. The head teacher reports to the director. The head teacher’s responsibilities include but are not limited to, the following description.
Main Responsibilities
Interpret and be able to articulate school philosophy and the Department of Health guidelines, goals, and procedures. Respond appropriately to emergencies with awareness of emergency procedures. Prepare the classroom arrangement and environment for the children prior to the start of school and on a daily basis. Relate to children in a warm, respectful manner and set appropriate and reasonable limits and expectations. Assess children’s needs and developmental progress on an ongoing basis. Prepare written reports on each child prior to each Parent/Teacher conference. Communicate with parents in an ongoing manner using email, phone calls, etc. to provide daily updates, curriculum updates, and photographs. Maintain communication during summer break as needed for planning following the school year and documentation and feedback for the previous school year. Be able to lift, carry, and hold children, stop and bend to a child’s level, and stand for long periods of time throughout the day. Communicate daily and meet weekly in the classroom with the assistant teacher. The assistant teacher should be advised of the daily plans and have access to planned activities for reference. Supervise and assess student teachers and aides assigned to the classroom.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field (Required). New York State teaching certification in Early Childhood or currently working toward certification, including recent graduates (required). Knowledge and skills relating to and planning for preschool children. Ability to interact in a supportive and nurturing manner with children and parents. Ability to organize and plan, both independently and cooperatively with others. Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. At least one year of childcare experience (Required).
Schedule
Full-time position: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM with 30-minute break. Part-time position: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM.
Salary
$35 - $37 per hour.
Benefits
Health insurance. Life insurance. Paid time off. Retirement plan. Vision insurance.
Education
Bachelor's (Required).
Experience
Early childcare: 1 year (Required).
License/Certification
Early Childhood Certification (Preferred)
Ability To Commute
Brooklyn, NY 11238 (Required).
Work Location:
In person.
About Kings Bay Y
Kings Bay Y/ JCC Brooklyn is a community center that connects, uplifts, and inspires. Kings Bay YM-YWHA strives to build and strengthen communities, create meaningful relationships and lasting friendships, and foster deeper connections among individuals, families, and partner institutions in Brooklyn. From our flagship base in southern Brooklyn, where we operate a successful full-service community center, to our more recent inroads in Brownstone Brooklyn and North Brooklyn under the JCC Brooklyn umbrella, the Kings Bay Y has remained true to its 60 year-old mission. We welcome everyone from all religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds. We operate various programs at 6 different physical locations in South, Central and North Brooklyn. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Education and Training Industries Non-profit Organization Management Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kings Bay YM-YWHA, Inc. JCC Brooklyn by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Headmaster” roles.
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