Teacher Aide - Crotona Park Child and Family Center

Department: Early Childhood | Location: Crotona Park Child and Family Center, 1811 Crotona Ave., Bronx, NY | Reports to: Site Director | Salary: $18.49/hour (benefits include life insurance, 401k plan, vacation, personal and sick time-off) | Schedule: Monday–Friday, 4 hours/day (may vary due to program needs) | Date: October 2026

Job Summary

This position serves as a Teacher’s Aide/Substitute as needed for Grand Street Settlement Early Childhood classrooms. Responsible for assisting with the supervision of all children, implementing classroom activities, working cooperatively with and supporting other classroom staff and volunteers, and assisting with the general maintenance of the classroom to ensure the health and safety of the children of the program.

Requirements

• Minimum – High School Diploma or equivalence; some college credits preferred
• At least one year experience working with children ages 0–5 and families
• Ability to work with children and families with special developmental, social, or cultural needs
• Ability to maintain written records and manage time to ensure completion of assigned work
• Ability to interpret documents such as safety regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ability to foster and maintain positive, professional relationships with participating families
• Basic computer literacy in email and Microsoft Office

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Clearance through DOI Fingerprint Screening, NYS Central Registry, Sex Offender Registry clearance, 3 reference checks
• Physical examination with updated TB test, varicella, Tdap, MMR (fees may apply)
• Obtain Mandated Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with agency’s policy and procedure regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect
• Obtain First Aid/CPR and Preventive Infectious Diseases certificate within the first year of employment
• Meet all employee health requirements in Article 47 (DOHMH) and Head Start Performance Standards

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Child Growth & Development: Supervise all children’s indoor and outdoor activities while incorporating positive guidance techniques. Assist with implementing a child-centered curriculum to fidelity and a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation to promote development in all domains for children of all abilities.
• Planning: Collaborate with the classroom team in the preparation of daily lesson plans and individualization for children. Assist with collecting daily anecdotes and writing observations for children. Assist with assessing children with Teaching Strategies Gold online three times a year.
• Program Implementation: Provide positive guidance and discipline supporting children as they acquire readiness skills for kindergarten and beyond.
• Family Partnerships: Assist with creating and maintaining a positive working relationship with parents, providing positive feedback on a child's ongoing developmental success and challenges. Encourage parent participation in staff-parent conferences and home visits discussing their child’s development and education.
• Communication and Service Coordination: Assist with maintaining regular contact with parents and completing appropriate documentation; direct developmental concerns to Lead Teacher and may participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings with Family Advocate, Health, Nutrition and Disabilities Coordinator.
• Record Keeping and Reporting: Assist teacher in completion of attendance, health checks, home correspondence, home visit forms, accident/incident reports, referrals, and safety inspections. Assist with requesting supplies as needed and participate in classroom/program inventory as requested.
• On-going Monitoring and Self-Assessment: Work with teaching team to analyze child outcomes on a classroom basis two to three times a year. Participate in coaching opportunities and professional development training.
• Flexible schedule to substitute for Assistant Teachers and other staff members as needed
• Ability to lift 35 pounds
• Other duties as assigned