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Grand Street Settlement

EHS Lead Teacher

Grand Street Settlement, New York, New York, us, 10261

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EHS Lead Teacher

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Grand Street Settlement .

Base pay range:

$45,653.03/yr - $51,879.17/yr .

Location: The Rose Center; 80 Pitt St., New York, NY 10002. Department: Early Childhood. Reports to: Center Director. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

Job Summary Plan individualized services for a classroom of eight children using the identified curriculum and best practices in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards, Department of Health (Article 47), and other relevant regulations.

Education, Experience And Skill Requirements

Master Degree ECE and NYS Initial or Permanent Birth-2 Certification

BA in Early Childhood Education; or 90 credits of an approved study plan to complete degree and obtain NYS Teacher Certification (B-2) within 7 years

Completion of the Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or formal coursework in infant/toddler development

Experience working with families and children aged newborn to three and their families

Ability to work with children and families with developmental, social or cultural needs

Ability to maintain written records, reports and manage time to ensure completion of assigned tasks

Ability to work collaboratively and provide leadership

Bilingual English/ Chinese or Spanish strongly preferred

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successfully clear NYS DOI Fingerprint Screening, NYS Central Registry Clearance, Sex Offender Registry Clearance, three reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test, Tdap, MMR, varicella (fees may apply).

Meet all employee health requirements in Article 47 (DOHMH) and Head Start performance standards.

Mandated Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with agency’s policy regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect.

Obtain First Aid/CPR and Preventive infectious diseases certificate within the first year of employment.

Meets all health requirements in Article 47 (DOHMH) and Head Start Performance standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Supervise and carry out the planning, documentation and execution of curriculum that takes into account the social, emotional, developmental, and health needs of the individual child, as well as the group.

Work collaboratively with supervisors, the Assistant Teacher, other program staff and parents to ensure EHS and GSS goals and objectives are met.

Maintain a safe and sanitary environment in accordance with EHS and DOHMH regulations.

Keep developmentally appropriate equipment and materials in good condition and ensure children’s access and constructive use.

Maintain confidentiality of child and family information (verbal and written).

Coordinate recordkeeping and curriculum planning for individual children and the group.

Coordinate ongoing assessment of children’s development in keeping with identified EHS and GSS school readiness goals. Utilize Creative Curriculum and TSG assessments.

Establish regular weekly team meeting times.

Develop and maintain positive working partnerships with parents including participation in meetings when required.

Collaborate with other teachers, staff, coordinators and consultants to communicate information about child development and individual children to parents.

Conduct standardized developmental and behavioral screenings within 45 calendar days of entry and follow through with any needed follow up.

Work with specialists and parents to support children with diagnosed special needs.

Conduct home visits at least twice a year according to program policies and procedures.

Conduct individual parent/teacher conferences at least three times per year to share outcomes and establish school readiness goals.

Follow state regulations and agency policies regarding prevention and reporting of child maltreatment.

Participate in coaching opportunities and professional development training; participate in annual performance evaluation.

Attend professional development, staff meetings, and reflective supervision sessions.

Physically able to lift 35 pounds regularly.

Foster positive teacher-child relationships and communicate with children at their level.

Special projects and duties as assigned.

How To Apply Please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications. If selected, provide three professional references (at least one from a former supervisor). Apply online through our career center via the link below:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=grandst&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US

No phone calls, please.

Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through.

Equal Opportunity EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

Additional

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Education and Training

Industry: Non-profit Organizations

References to other Lead Teacher roles and salary ranges are provided for context and are not part of the current job posting.

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