Position Summary

Boys & Girls Harbor is seeking a certifed Preschool Teacher to provide a safe and nurturing environment that encourages physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development through a developmentally appropriate curriculum.

 

Position Responsibilities

1. Design and implement a developmentally appropriate preschool classroom environment

 Implement a program of prescribed educational goals appropriate to the age and developmental level of the children

 Plan and implement curricula units, lessons and activities to meet the physical, social and intellectual growth of the children such as storytelling, games, arts & craft, etc.

 Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects and communicate those objectives to the children

 Ensure the classroom and curriculum meets the Harbor standards as well as defined governmental and/or program requirements

 Ensure equipment and classroom are clean and safe at all times

 Establish disciplinary policies and procedures for the classroom

 Design the classroom (including furniture) to promote optimal program functioning

 Plan the use of community resources to enrich the educational content of the children’s program

 Observer and evaluate children’s performance, behavior and social development

2. Supervise children

 Provide careful and concentrated supervision for play areas to insure children’s safety and learning

 Ensure that all safety and health regulations are adhered to those described in Article 47

 Ensure children are supervised at all times

 Assist children with personal care as appropriate

 Promote mutual respect and models problem solving skills

 Be familiar with emergency and first aid procedures

3. Building Relationships with External and Internal Constituents

 Develop a plan in which information concerning the children and program can be shared with external constituents (e.g. parent,) by classroom associates (e.g. Teacher, Teacher’s Aide, Assistant Teacher)

 Attend and participate in group parent meetings

 Discuss identified problems and needs with professionals as appropriate

 Assist and provide professional advice to advance the development of classroom associates (e.g. Assistant Teacher, Teacher’s Aide) through regularly scheduled individual and/or group conferences. Encourage their attendance and participation in workshops and conferences

 Maintain good working relationships and objective attitudes with team

4. Maintain Program Administration

5. Perform other related tasks as assigned

 

Essential Skills and Qualifications

 Hold a current and valid New York State Teacher’s Certification (or equivalent certificate from another state, which is recognized by the New York State Department of Education)

 Bachelor’s degree, preferable in Early Childhood Education

 Hold a current and valid Child Abuse Training certification

 Hold a current and valid First Aid/CPR certification

 Must be able to compliance with Article 47 and meet the requirements set by the agency

 Two years group teacher’s experience plus academic course work pertinent to the appropriate age levels

 Previous childcare work experience in a licensed facility

 Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships, and sound educational program; to be articulate, pleasant and resourceful

 Willingness to utilize any training available to improve administrative and supervisory skills

 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

 Master’s degree, preferred