Preschool Teacher / Onsite Provider Job at Almond Tree Group Family Daycare, Brooklyn, NY

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  • Almond Tree Group Family Daycare
  • Brooklyn, NY

Job Description


Summary

We are a small preschool / childcare program in the Flatbush area in Brooklyn. Our mission is to nurture young children and facilitate joyful learning in a safe, cheerful, responsive environment that support's their holistic development. Our bright spacious classroom accommodates a mixed-aged age group of 12 children, including 3K children.

We're seeking an experienced and passionate full-time Lead Teacher/Onsite Provider to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible, dependable and have the ability to lead others and mentor staff while creating a nurturing and stimulating learning environment for children.

'The schedule is Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm or 8:30-5pm. Flexibility is needed as schedule might change to stay in child to staff ratio.

Duties

  • bring joy and creativity to the classroom environment and children?s learning
  • have a loving, gentle, supportive approach with children
  • develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum and daily activities for children aged 2 years to 5 years
  • supervise and mentor assistant teachers and support staff
  • maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment
  • conduct regular assessments of children's development and create individual learning plans
  • communicate effectively with parents about their children's progress and any concerns
  • manage classroom dynamics and implement positive behavior management strategies
  • plan and lead parent-teacher conferences and family engagement activities
  • assist in meal planning and preparation, ensuring nutritional guidelines are met
  • maintain accurate records of children's attendance, progress, and daily activities
  • collaborate with the director on program development and quality improvement initiative
  • assist visitors from regulatory and affiliate agencies
  • serve meals that meet nutritional standards
  • assist children with personal hygiene ie diaper changing/potty, handwashing
  • complete professional development trainings as needed.

Requirements

  • Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development Associate Credential
  • minimum of either 2 years of experience caring for children under six years of age or; 1 year of experience caring for children under 6 years of age plus 6 hours ECE training or; education in early childhood development 
  • possess strong communication & written skills
  • can take frequent walks, kneel, bend, squat or crawl, lift 30 lbs
Must complete the following before the 1st day of work
  • 15 hours health and safety training (we will provide instructions)
  • Pediatric & Adult CPR and First Aid (complete on your own)
  • current medical statement (we will provide the form for your doctor to complete) 
  • start fingerprinting and background check with the Department Of Health (we will provide how-to instructions)
  • 1 professional reference and 1 personal reference that are not relatives

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in a Reggio Emilia or Creative Curriculum classroom
  • Knowledge of childcare Apps

Benefits

After 90 days of employment:
  • 10 paid holidays
  • 15 paid vacation days 
  • pay for professional development days
  • $300/yr for medical/tuition expenses

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Monday to Friday,

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