Assistant Teacher
Early Head Start East New York University Settlement
Date Posted: 08/13/2024
Location: Brooklyn, New York
Salary/Wage:
$36,000 - $38,000 a year
Job Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Description:
We are currently looking for an Assistant Teacher for our Early Head Start Program located in East New York Brooklyn. You will work with the Lead teacher managing a classroom of 8 children. Our program operates from 8am-4pm
Responsibilities:
- Under the guidance of the Teacher, plan, and complete assignments in support of daily classroom program and activities
- Assist Lead Teacher in writing the daily and weekly lesson plans
- Ensure a proper level of availability and maintain classroom equipment and supplies
- Participate in recruiting parent volunteers and provide support to volunteers working in the classroom
- Provide assistance in writing required reports and completing various forms
- Attend home visits at least twice per year for each family
- Assist with ordering supplies and materials
- Attend and participate in staff and parent meetings and in training and development sessions.
- Perform other related duties as required by supervisor
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or HSE required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Certified Teacher Assistant or CDA
- Experience working with children
- Bilingual English / Spanish
Minimum Education Level: Highschool Graduate or GED
Preferred Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
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Additional Information:
Employee Benefits Highlights:
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Generous Time Off: 20 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 2 personal days (available after 3 months of service), plus 13 holidays in the first 8 years.
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Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans from Emblem HIP, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Cigna for employees and dependents. Stipend available for eligible employees opting out.
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Financial Wellness Programs: Access to pre-tax savings accounts, including Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Commuter & Parking Expense Program. Additionally, a 403(b) Retirement Plan with a 6% salary match after 1 year of service.