Preschool Teacher

Preschool Teacher Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester - 4.1 Mount Kisco, NY Job Details Full-time From $45,000 a year 3 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Professional development assistance Qualifications Spanish CPR Certification Daycare English Driver's License Lesson planning Associate's degree Full Job Description The Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester is looking to hire Head Teachers for the Early Childhood Education Head Start Program. Licensed by the Office of Children and Family Services and in partnership with the Bedford Central School District and Family Services of Westchester Head Start Preschool Program; the Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester utilizes their classrooms, preschool playground, gym and pool facilities to prepare children ages 3-5 for kindergarten. The Head Start Program provides free, quality education and resources to low-income families.

ABOUT BGCNW

Operating in its 85th year, the Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester (hereinafter referred to as BGCNW), located at 351 Main St. in Mt. Kisco, NY, provides a host of high-quality, developmentally appropriate programs for a diverse membership of area children ages 6 months to 18 years. The mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, caring citizens. Our key differentiator is civic advocacy and leadership found in all programming with concentration in the following five (5) core areas: Character and Leadership; Education and Career; Health and Life Skills; Arts and Social Recreation; Sports Fitness and Wellness.

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//bgcnw.com Job Description As a Head Teacher for the BGCNW Early Childhood Education Head Start Program, you will be responsible for the academic, social, and emotional development of children in a safe supervised environment. Classroom Management

• To supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times being alert of the needs and/or problems of the children as individuals and as a group.
• Supervise and direct the assistant teacher
• Managing daily attendance and feeding records as well as daily sheets to be sent home with children. Document and share the important milestones in their children's day with parents. Curriculum
• Create, develop and lead daily classroom schedule with the assistance of the Assistant Teacher based on your observations of children's interests and needs. This includes frequently reminding children of rules, arranging interest areas and furniture, allowing for a smooth transition for adults and children; allowing children to engage in all activities in the program schedule.
• Employ a variety of educational techniques including, storytelling, educational and imaginary play, media, movement, etc. to encourage the children to participate in gross motor activities during the day including swimming.
• Observe each child to help them to improve their social competencies and build esteem
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional differences.
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through carefully constructed curriculum (identifying shapes, numbers, colors, name, and doing crafts)
• Track children's progress in child's files to and report to parents regularly and during conferences.
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards (proper and consistent sanitation, regular handwashing of staff and students, etc.)
• Communicate with parents/guardians, including, but not limited to, parent-teacher conferences, class newsletters and home visits.
• Supervise and support assistant teachers.
• Collaborate with Family Services, Special Education, Health Services as appropriate.
• Attend team meetings and in-service trainings as required.
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor. Meetings, Lessons & Training
• Plan weekly class lessons using the Creative Curriculum and share with the Childcare Director two Thursdays prior
• Create a monthly classroom newsletter and share with the Childcare Director on the last Monday of the Month.
• Attend monthly meetings called by ECE Lead Teacher and Director of Programming and Chief Executive Officer, communicate if you are unable to attend set meeting in a timely manner.
• Complete Annual Mandated Reporter Training.
• Complete 15 hours of accredited training every 2 years including suggested training by the Childcare Director and Director of Programming.
• Keep current on CPR and First Aid certifications
• Plan and create a lesson plan for observation with Childcare Director Bi-Annually (once with the collaborative teacher and once on your own) BGCNW Staff Professional Commitment to Mission
• Following BGCNW social media pages
• Viewing and sharing BGCNW social media post and stories
• Attending minimum 4 BGCNW engagements independent of the development

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk, sit and stand; talk or hear; use hands to finger; handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and may be infrequently required to run. The employee must remain physically fit enough to keep children safe in an emergency. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to perform certain duties. The noise level in the work environment can range from quiet to moderate in office settings to moderate and usually loud in recreation and play settings when children are present. All employees working directly with children at all Boys and Girls Club of Northern Westchester are required to work outdoors in various types of weather conditions.

DISCLAIMER

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and vehicle registration and be legally permitted and able to drive a vehicle to be considered for this position. Please ensure you meet these requirements before submitting your application.

Qualifications Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelors's degree in Early Childhood or relevant field.
• Experience working in childcare, daycare, or preschool
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred Salary & Benefits
• Salary range starting at $45,000.00.
• Health and retirement benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and growth in the field of competitive swimming How to

Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the position to Eric Mitchell - .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Required)

Experience:

childcare, daycare or preschool: 2 years (Required)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Mount Kisco, NY 10549 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Mount Kisco, NY 10549: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person