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Amazing Explorers Academy

Certified NYS Preschool Teacher (Must be certified)

Amazing Explorers Academy, Brooklyn, New York, United States, 11210

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Job description:

MUST BE CERTIFIED

The Preschool Education Coordinator/Teacher is responsible for implementing curriculum in the classroom and for the supervision and management of children in the classroom. Must supervise assistant teachers and children in their room ensuring activities and curriculum are adhered to as required by the Director. Conduct assessments of children to indicate growth and areas of improvement and formal meetings with parents. Guide other team members in gaining an understanding of Amazing Explorers Academy policies, procedures and expectations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensures that the appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of the classroom are appropriately maintained

Completes all academy and classroom paperwork, such as daily notes, student accident reports, and attendance reports

Attends and participates in staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings as requested

Helps and supervises children during all activities

Counsels children when social, academic, or adjustment problems arise

Prepares and implements classroom lesson plans, programs, and schedules

Develops, plans, and prepares instructional aids/materials for classroom activities

Helps children with meal times and clean-up

Ensures that all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and are used and maintained properly

Physically arranges the classroom into well-defined interest areas

Directs activities of other staff in the classroom to ensure that the classroom functions in an orderly manner

Communicates appropriate information to parents and maintains developmental profiles for children

Schedules and conducts parent/teacher conferences throughout the year

Maintains family information board and other classroom bulletin boards

Ensures that classroom medication schedule is followed

Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at least 21 years old

Group teacher in an infant/toddler program. A group teacher for an infant/toddler program

shall be at least 21 years of age and have the following qualifications:

(1) Associate's (AA or AS) degree in early childhood education; or

(2) Child Development Associate (CDA) certification and a study plan leading to an

associate's degree in early childhood education within seven years; or

(3) BA in Early Childhood Education

Department leading to nine credits in early childhood education or childhood development within two years; and a study plan leading to an associate's degree in early childhood education within seven years, if currently employed in a permitted child care program.

Must possess a Bachelor's in Early childhood education or equivalent certification accepted by State Department of Education

Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality

Highly professional and dependable

Must be able to interact appropriately with students of all ages and skill levels as well as with parents, coworkers, and management

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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