Pre-School Lead Teachers and Teacher Assistants
About Our School
The Greek School of Plato is a 501(c)(3) organization providing Pre-K to 9th grade students an opportunity to explore Greek language, history, and culture. Plato engages in its work through a supportive system of trained teaching staff, volunteers, parents, and friends, as well as the community's youth. The school aims to instill values of democracy and leadership through service to the community.
We currently have positions available for Pre-School Lead Teachers and Teacher Assistants in Brooklyn, NY.
Job Description
Join our team dedicated to nurturing young minds and ensuring a safe, enriching environment for every child. Our Lead Teacher role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, from implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum to fostering positive interactions with both children and families.
- Ensure the safety of each child enrolled in the class, whether in the classroom, on the playground, or in common areas, through constant supervision.
- Incorporate developmentally appropriate and best practice strategies within the classroom to ensure a rich, meaningful curriculum and instruction.
- Adhere to best practices as outlined through the Creative Curriculum or be familiar with Pre-K for All units of study, with a clear understanding of expected classroom routines, experiences, and learning centers.
- Have positive interactions with each child daily during circle time, centers, snacks, lunchtime, playground, free play, etc., to create a positive learning environment.
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom lesson plans and practices that support the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs of young children.
- Actively interact with children, demonstrating patience and warmth in all interactions.
- Actively engage with families to ensure parents/caregivers are knowledgeable about the child’s program. Promote and provide frequent opportunities for family engagement.
- Create a safe, warm, and nurturing environment for students and staff that is conducive to learning.
- Create a welcoming, engaging classroom space for young children to learn, play, and grow.
- Maintain a portfolio for each child.
- Seek and implement feedback to elevate professional performance.
- Knowledge of Greek is preferred. Include integration and response to the knowledge of children, child development, and content across the domains of learning to plan and adapt instruction, aligned to the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (ELOF) and the New York State Pre-K Early Learning Standards.
Lead Teacher Qualifications
- NYS Teaching Certification B-2 or currently pursuing NYS Teacher certification in B-2 or Equivalent.
- Initial Certification accepted.
- CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.
- Be knowledgeable of the Minimum Standard Requirements of Child Care required by Article 47 and the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
Teacher Assistant/Aide Qualifications
- A high school diploma (or equivalent) is required.
- An associate’s degree in Early Childhood is preferred.
- Previous experience working in daycare, preschool, or childcare settings with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children is preferred.
- Coursework in early childhood education and child development is preferred.
How to Apply
If you are eager to join our passionate team, we invite you to submit your CV along with a cover letter. References are also welcome! Please send your application to HR@platopreschool.org. Rest assured, all applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and reviewed solely by our recruitment team.
Benefits
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- A dynamic, collaborative, work environment
- A modern workspace that inspires creativity
- The chance to work on exciting and significant projects
Pay
Salary based on experience
Schedule
Not specified
Qualifications
See above
Skills
Not specified
Benefits
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- A modern workspace
- The chance to work on exciting projects
Pay
Salary based on experience
Schedule
Not specified
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The Greek School of Plato provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.