What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Teacher position at PROMESA R.H.C.F.?
The Early Childhood Teacher (ACDP) will provide support to our Early Learn -Early Childhood Education centers located in the Bronx. The Teacher will help provide coverage in classrooms for students ages 0-2 years old and/or preschool learners. This is a full-time position. The hourly rate is negotiable and contingent upon education, licensure, and experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Carries out age-appropriate curriculum to students.
- Maintains a safe and orderly classroom.
- Coordinates with Education Director, Assistant Teacher, and operations employees to provide an enriching and developmentally-appropriate experience for our students.
- Cultivates positive relationships with parents of students.
- Maintains documentation in accordance with organization policy, and department requirements.
- Engages in sound classroom management.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education required; accompanied by 'Birth to Grade 2' certification a plus(in the process of completing an advanced degree and NYC teaching Certification 'Birth to Grade 2' or have one)
- Knowledge and experience in the philosophy and practices of Head Start (or comparable child development programs), early childhood education, and developmentally appropriate practice
- Proof of a physical examination within the last 6 months, which includes a tuberculosis test, and compliance with other background checks as required by the Agency and/or DOHMH licensing, DOHMH, and ACF
- Experience teaching children in the age range for which she/he is applying for
- Personal qualifications as required: Licensing Standards for Early Childhood Center-based programs, emotional maturity, willingness to cooperate with the aims of the program, respect for children and adults, flexibility, patience, good personal hygiene, and physical and mental health which does not interfere with responsibilities
- Have education or experience in collaborating with parents in the education of their children
