Job Information
Northern Rivers Family Services Early Head Start Teacher In Training in Schenectady, New York
Early Head Start Teacher In Training
Job Details
Job Location
Schenectady-Bigelow - Schenectady, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School/GED
Salary Range
$18.50 - $18.50 Hourly
Travel Percentage
None
Job Category
Education
Description
Early Head Start Teacher in Training
Sign on Bonus - $1,500
As a Early Head Start Teacher in Training, you will provide a safe, clean, and nurturing learning environment for infants and toddlers, ages 6 weeks to 3.5 years old. You will report to an Early Head Start Supervising Teacher and you will work onsite.
Responsibilities:
Demonstrate classroom management skills, work as a part of a team, and complete records, reports, and data collection.
Individualize curriculum based on each child's specific strengths and areas of need.
Facilitate screenings and ongoing assessments for assigned children.
Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
Supervise and interact with children during family-style mealtimes and activities.
Demonstrate respect for families' values, strengths, and culture by welcoming their contributions and participation, and designing learning experiences accordingly.
Engage in training and learning opportunities, including those focused on learning and implementing curricula and classroom design and management.
Follow fire drills, shelter-in-place, intruder, or any emergency procedures to safely assist children following protocols.
Requirements and Education:
High school diploma or GED with at least one year of experience working directly with children or a Degree in a related field with at least 6 months working directly with children.
Within 30 days of hire, you must be enrolled in a program leading to a CDA (Child Development Associate Credential), an Associates degree, or a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
Be able to lift 25 pounds or more.
Benefits
Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Holiday Pay
401 (K) plan
Life Insurance
Loan repayment assistance
Free training/CEU opportunities
About Northern Rivers
At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.
Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.