Lead Toddler Teacher

Work Location: West Islip, NY 11795

Job Type: Full-time

Come join a team of dedicated educators whose goals are to build lifelong learners, and respectful community members! New teachers are welcome to apply.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Lead Teacher, under the direction of the Program Director, is a team member, who will plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that support and encourage the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of all students in the classroom. Our education philosophy is to ensure a safe, warm and welcoming environment, while following the required policies and procedures. Responsibilities include student assessments, creating individualized plans, facilitating family engagement, and overseeing an Assistant Teacher, who aids in the execution of classroom activities. Responsibilities also include communicating effectively with the parents/guardians by keeping them up to date on their children’s development and progress and providing a nurturing and caring environment for the children.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Implement and design daily activities within the established guidelines
• Care for and supervise children, Assistant Teachers and all classroom activities.
• Maintain all records including attendance, incident reports, daily logs, as required by SSCC and OCFS.
• Maintain classroom equipment to ensure a healthy and safe classroom environment.
• Model and enforce appropriate positive behavior management techniques as established by the policies of the center.
• Participate in required training and workshops to continue to enhance professional growth (NYS OCFS Regulations of 30 hours every 2 years).
• Adhere to all NYS OCFS, Department of Health SSCC standards, expectations and regulations.
• Maintain hygiene habits in accordance with CDC guidelines

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will or may be required to: climb stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand for an extended period of time, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity.
• The work is performed both indoors and outdoors.
• Plan, lead and participate in a variety of physical activities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• CDA (Child Development Associate Certification)
• Associate’s or Bachelors degree in early childhood education or a related field
• Experience in an 18-month to 3-year old classroom preferred

If you are passionate about shaping young minds, fostering growth, and creating a positive learning environment, we encourage you to apply for the Lead Teacher position. New teachers are welcome.

JOB DETAILS:

• Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
• Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount for childcare
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan (IRA) with company matching

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work location (in person):

• West Islip, NY 11795 (Required)

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person