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Use age-appropriate and positive guidance strategies to teach, encourage, and redirect inappropriate classroom behavior.
Build relationships with staff and families through positive and professional communication, creating a welcoming environment, respecting diversity, and encouraging parent participation in the program.
Collaborate with teacher assistants and service providers.
Enhance the continuation of learning between home and school by conducting two home visits and two parent/teacher conferences each year, as applicable for Head Start children.
Complete all required paperwork as required by CEO and the School District, including meals counts, attendance, daily health logs, etc. in a timely manner. Complete lesson plans, individualization goals, anecdotal records, and assessments.
Utilize daily routines such as diapering, toilet training, hand washing, mealtimes, transitions, and playground time to promote learning and meaningful conversations with young children.
A New York State certification in Pre-Kindergarten (General Ed. Or Special Ed) or B-2 certification required.
Experience teaching preschool-age children.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S without the need for Visa Sponsorship.
Compensation and Benefits information:$28 per hour
CO
Commission on Economic Opportunity
UPK Teacher
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What they do
A Middle or High School Teacher teaches middle school students, usually in grades 6 - 12, in a public or private school. Teaches one subject, or a group of subjects, such as math and science; works with one class all year or teaches different classes of students throughout the day. May mentor students, coach a school team or advise a student club. May specialize in working with students learning English or students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.
$69,156 / year median in New York
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Overview of CEO:
CEO is a Community Action Agency committed to making a positive impact by supporting our customers, colleagues, and community. We are looking for individuals who share and demonstrate our core values of Helping Others, Respect, Accountability, Innovation, and Teamwork. Through our wide range of programs and services, CEO works to meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve.Overview of Team:
CEOs Early Head Start/Head Start program creates partnerships and develops opportunities for social and economic growth and empowerment in individuals, families, and communities. We are a federally funded program that provides comprehensive early childhood services to children aged 6 weeks to age 5 and families throughout Rensselaer County.Position Summary:
CEO is seeking a Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK)/Head Start Teacher to plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum to support the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth of 3- to 4-year-old children.
Job Description:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Use age-appropriate and positive guidance strategies to teach, encourage, and redirect inappropriate classroom behavior.
Build relationships with staff and families through positive and professional communication, creating a welcoming environment, respecting diversity, and encouraging parent participation in the program.
Collaborate with teacher assistants and service providers.
Enhance the continuation of learning between home and school by conducting two home visits and two parent/teacher conferences each year, as applicable for Head Start children.
Complete all required paperwork as required by CEO and the School District, including meals counts, attendance, daily health logs, etc. in a timely manner. Complete lesson plans, individualization goals, anecdotal records, and assessments.
Utilize daily routines such as diapering, toilet training, hand washing, mealtimes, transitions, and playground time to promote learning and meaningful conversations with young children.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in early childhood education required.A New York State certification in Pre-Kindergarten (General Ed. Or Special Ed) or B-2 certification required.
Experience teaching preschool-age children.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S without the need for Visa Sponsorship.
Compensation and Benefits information:$28 per hour
- 35 hours a week10-month schedule (September
- June
- Follows Troy City School District CalendarHealthcare, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible spending and dependent care accountsCash payment for waiving health insuranceTelemedicinePTO and Sick time accrualsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan12 paid holidays annuallyDecember, February, and Spring School Break Included in Vacation PackageEmployer sponsored pension plan starting at 5% of salary contribution when eligibleEligibility for the Federal School Loan Forgiveness ProgramPlease note: applicants for this position will be required to complete standard background clearances.