Early Education Teacher

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm; flexible to the needs of the program. May occasionally require work after regular business hours. 10-month position plus a 6-week summer program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field; or
• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood with two years’ experience in a child care setting (preferred); or
• Child Development Associate Credential and five years’ experience in a child care setting.

Authorized to work in the United States.

About the Role

Responsible for the overall operation of the classroom, ensuring curriculum aligns with Early Childhood Education standards, developmentally appropriate practices, and guidelines to promote the physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and creative growth of children. Monitors and documents the educational progress of each child. Establishes and maintains a safe, healthy, and nurturing “learner-centered” environment. Incorporates parent involvement in the curriculum. Provides general supervision of teacher aide staff. Duties are carried out in accordance with regulations from the Office of Children & Family Services, NYS Education Department, NYS Department of Health, NYS Office of Early Learning, and Watertown Central School District.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons and activities for all children within a daily classroom schedule.
• Collaborate with the Special Education teacher to create differentiated lesson plans for a wide range of abilities and learning styles that meet early childhood guidelines and NYSED learning standards.
• Communicate the lesson plan to all classroom staff with assigned responsibilities.
• Ensure the day’s instructional materials are prepared prior to the arrival of children.
• Ensure the proper use and storage of supplies and materials.
• Conduct inventory as needed and request supplies following purchase requisition and personal expenditure procedures.
• Incorporate small and large group activities that promote inclusive opportunities with all children.
• Conduct Authentic Assessments on an ongoing basis for typically developing children using approved assessment tools and data collection techniques.
• Implement behavior management plans in collaboration with the Special Education teacher.
• Maintain files or records of children in the classroom.
• Complete attendance and wellness tracking forms immediately upon a child’s arrival.
• Remain cognizant of children’s current medical status and consult with Pediatric LPN regarding any change in health or behavior.
• Complete incident reports and documentation of minor injuries as needed.
• Ensure proper staff/child ratio and supervision is maintained at all times.
• Communicate with parents regularly, including a weekly newsletter and communication notebooks as needed.
• Hold bi-annual parent-teacher conferences as scheduled and additional conferences as needed or requested.
• Attend staff meetings as requested.
• Participate in conferences, workshops, and/or in-service trainings as needed or required.

Skills

• Ethical Conduct
• Time Management
• Organization Skills
• Project Management
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

Work Environment

The position operates out of the Bright Beginnings Early Learning Center and may require lifting children, playing with students on the floor or outside. Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Frequently required to stand, walk, lift, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Work may require lifting, pushing, or pulling in excess of 30 pounds.