Preschool Teacher

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic individual within the early childhood profession.

Qualifications:

A baccalaureate degree in early childhood education or a related field of study approved by the Department and two years of supervised and documented relevant experience in a pre-school program if currently employed in a permitted child care program.

Preschool Teacher Description

· Under the direction and supervision of the Educational Director, plan, implement and evaluate the curriculum in accordance with the purpose and philosophy of Young Risers Childhood Program.

· Take part as ‘Acting Director’ in the absence of the Educational Director.

· Set up and maintain an appropriate classroom environment (the third teacher) for younger children within the Reggio Approach

· Attempt to meet the needs of each child.

· Keep up-to-date developmental records of the children in the class.

· Report to parents about the children's progress

· Plan and lead two parent-teacher conferences during the school year.

· Provide written guidelines for substitute teachers.

· Give guidance and direction to teacher assistants and volunteers.

· Be aware of and comply with all personnel policies and NYCDOHMH Article 47.

· Attend staff meetings and functions of the Early Childhood Program.

· Take part in professional growth activities.

· Review and help carry out fire, tornado, and disaster drills.

· Fill out accident forms as needed and deliver them to the Ed. Director and parents to be signed and filed.

· Assist with sanitizing toys, cleaning of restrooms, tables, kitchen area, and the Preschool classroom area.

· Assist with the breakdown and set-up of the school room when needed.

· Supervise bathroom use and appropriate hand washing especially before consumption of food of all preschoolers.