Job Information
Northern Rivers Family Services Early Head Start Teacher in Schenectady, New York
Early Head Start Teacher
Job Details
Job Location
Schenectady-Bigelow - Schenectady, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School/GED
Salary Range
$19.00 - $21.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
None
Job Category
Education
Description
Early Head Start Teacher
Sign On Bonus - $3,500
As an Early Head Start Teacher, you will provide a safe, clean, and nurturing learning environment for children 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:
CDA (Child Development Associate Credential) OR Associates degree or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
Up to and including 6 months of experience.
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
Free continuing education through our Sidney Albert Training Institute (SATRI) program, a CTLE provider
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.