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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Teacher Non-Certified - Monday - Friday- 8a-4p, 9a-5p or 10a-6p - Brooklyn.
In this role, the successful candidate Under the supervision of the Education Director of the Center, the none certified teacher shall be responsible for working within the framework of Sunset Park Health Council, DOE, DOHMH, NAEYC, and Quality Stars NY standards, policies and procedures. Teachers promote early childhood education for children and families both in and out of the classroom by providing sound supervision, developmentally appropriate lessons and community outings, and ensuring the health and safety of all children. Teachers develop positive parent relations and encourage parental involvement and the professional growth of classroom associates. Additionally, teachers conduct regular team meetings, attend staff meetings and seek out professional development opportunities to meet the needs of their classrooms. Teachers must document lessons, observations, assessments and all necessary paperwork.

Job Responsibilities:

GENERAL WORK HABITS

1. Arrives on time

2. Reliable in attendance

3. Responsible in job duties

4. Good grooming and appropriate attire

5. Alert in health and safety matter

6. Follows centers philosophy and policies

7. Opens to new ideas

8. Flexible with assignments and schedule

9. Comes to work with a positive attitude

10. Looks for ways to improve the program

11. Gives ample notice for absences

12. Remains calm in a tense situation

13. Quickly and effectively deals with unexpected

situations and problems

14. Ensures all required paper work are done and / or due on time

15. Careful to keep information about children and families confidential

16. Attends and actively participates in staff meetings

HEALTH AND SAFETY

1. Inspects children for signs of illness or injury upon arrival

2. Inspects outdoor and indoor play areas prior to play

3. Follows the hand washing procedures accordingly

4. Follows the When to Wash Hands policies as posted in the classroom

5. Follows the diaper changing / potty procedures for children accordingly and as needed

6. Uses the Germ Box effectively

7. Uses bleach solutions to clean toys and surfaces as required

8. Notifies parents and director when children are sick or get hurt

9. Files incident or accident reports accordingly and as needed

10. Inspects fire exits and extinguishers regularly

11. Feeds children according to their individual needs, family input, and CACFP guidelines

12. Puts infants to sleep according to their individual schedules and takes care of infants upon awakening; every effort to prevent SIDS is made.

SKILLS WITH CHILDREN

1. Always attends to childrens needs before everything else

2. Supervises children closely and effectively throughout the day

3. Uses a modulated, appropriate voice

4. Knows and shows respect for individuals

5. Is aware of developmental levels / changes

6. Encourages independence/self help

7. Promotes self-esteem in communications

8. Ability to work with children who are acting out

9. Avoids stereotyping and labeling

10. Reinforces positive behavior

11. Has a clear and fair discipline procedure

12. Ability to set appropriate limits

13. Ability to make appropriate written documentation and

referrals when needed

14. Helps develop language by responding to sounds infants make or words children say; sings, talks throughout the day and interacts verbally during routines such as diaper changing, hand washing, etc.

15. Does not speak about the child in front of him/ her

SKILLS WITH PARENTS

1. Greets parents and children in a positive manner as they enter the classroom

2. Available and approachable with parents

3. Listens and responds well to parents

4. Is tactful with negative information

5. Maintains confidentiality

6. Makes every effort toward positive parent relationships

7. Takes an active role in encouraging parent participation

8. Holds parents conferences on schedule

PLANNING AND SKILLS WITH CLASSES/GROUP

1. Creates an inviting learning environment

2. Turns in lesson plans and childrens observations in a timely fashion

3. Lessons plans support all areas of development and reflect childrens interests

4. Plans are carried out in the classroom

5. Provides developmentally appropriate activities

6. Develops plans based on goals from observations/curriculum

7. Provides suitable materials for all activities

8. Provides plenty of child-directed activities throughout the day

9. Provides an appropriate role model

10. Anticipates problems and redirects

11. Is flexible, responsive to child interests

12. Is prepared for days activities

13. Follows the daily schedule and provides outdoor playtime for children twice a day when weather permitting

14. Handles transitions well

SKILLS WITH CO-WORKER

1. Is friendly and respectful with others

2. Strives to assume a fair share of work

3. Offers, shares ideas and materials

4. Communicates directly, avoids gossip

5. Approaches criticism with learning attitude

6. Is willing to help others and steps outside normal job perimeters when necessary

SUPERVISION

1. Seeks and asks for help if needed

2. Communicates directly with supervisor

3. Stays open to constructive criticism and suggestions

4. Ability to implement suggestions

5. Readily accepts and responds to supervisory inputs accordingly

ATTITUDE AND EFFORT TOWARD PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

1. Takes job seriously, seeks skill improvement

2. Participate in workshops, classes, groups

3. Sets goals for self in professional development

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a -BS in Early Childhood Education, Education, or related field
- Two years relevant experience
-Warm, caring and outgoing personality
-Ability to work well with others
-Able to create and maintain positive relationships with children, parents and staff

Preferred Qualifications:
-Initial NYS Teacher Certification
-Working toward masters in Early Childhood Education, Education, or related field
-Study Plan
- Health and Safety Trainings
-Bilingual

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
Family Health Centers at NYU Langone's network provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
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