• Assist in planning and implementing the daily program under the direction of the teacher.
• Assist in planning and preparing the learning environment
• Setting up interest centers and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Lead a small group of children in small groups, planning, recall. 
• Share in responsibilities to lead the whole group 
• Be responsible for a healthy and safe physical environment for the children enrolled in his/her class.
• Supervise the classroom if the teacher is out of the room.
• Attend required staff meetings and training programs.
• Interact with children in a positive way, showing dignity and respect.
• Observe individual children and relate to the teacher any concerns.

Skills: Classroom Assistance, Environmental Preparation, Interest Center Management, Small Group Facilitation, Whole Group Leadership, Safety Oversight, Classroom Supervision, Professional Development

• Observe individual children, record anecdotal notes and enter information into the on-line assessment.
• Assist in classroom management by reinforcing classroom rules, procedures and routines.
• Interact with parents, informing them about classroom procedures
• Refer parents with concerns about their child to the teacher.
• Perform any other task that will assist and/or is assigned by the teacher.
• Perform as a substitute when the teacher is absent.
• Assist with clean-up at the end of the day and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Wash classroom toys and materials a minimum of two times per year
• Maintain classroom inventory of educational materials and equipment.
• Prepare food menus with the lead teacher and place orders

Skills: Child Observation, Classroom Management Support, Parent Communication, Referral Coordination, Task Flexibility, Substitute Teaching, Clean-Up & Confidentiality, Inventory Management

• Maintain child files by the program, special education 504, and child day care licensing.
• Assist in public relations events sponsored by the school.
• Create a group atmosphere with prosocial behavioral expectations 
• Ensure the safety, protection of property and respect of others.
• Notify the Director in the event of an absence.
• Director, including an absence report and assist in planning field trips.
• Be knowledgeable of and participate in setting and accomplishing goals, objectives, activities and evaluation.
• Work with the lead teacher to interview and enroll students.
• Follow all rules and regulations required for day care licensing.
• Follow all rules and regulations required in the implementation manual for the Great Start Readiness Program.

Skills: File Management, Public Relations, Prosocial Atmosphere, Safety Enforcement, Absence Reporting, Field Trip Planning, Goal Collaboration, Enrollment Compliance

• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of children in the program by providing close supervision of children during all activities.
• Assist in the planning and implementing of a developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Supports and stimulates each child’s individual development.
• Assist in carrying out stimulating lesson plans promoting exploration, creativity, and discovery.
• Assist in working with parents to promote understanding of growth and development of their child.
• Effectively communicate with parents, verbally, and in writing, throughout the year.
• Assist in writing classroom blogs/newsletters.
• Write parent/teacher conference reports and daily notes.
• Assist in documenting and maintaining student records 
• Reports about areas of development and growth, and areas of concerns

Skills: Child Safety, Curriculum Support, Individual Development, Stimulating Lessons, Parent Collaboration, Effective Communication, Newsletter Writing, Record-Keeping

• Participate in parent/teacher conferences and parent meetings 
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe classroom environment.
• Work cooperatively with other teachers, therapists and administrators.
• Ensure that all Bank Street College and NYC Department of Health/Bureau of Day Care guidelines 
• Provides a safe and nurturing learning environment while on duty.
• Ensures an age appropriate and structured learning environment in the classroom at all times.
• Facilitates positive interactions between children, parents, and team members.
• Attend all required training, supervisory meetings and other professional development workshops.
• Engage in reflective supervision with the lead teacher 
• Support the building of a collaborative relationship between the lead teacher and faculty advisor.

Skills: Conference Participation, Safety Maintenance, Team Collaboration, Guideline Adherence, Nurturing Environment, Classroom Management, Interaction Facilitation, Development Engagement

• Assist the teacher in constructing and maintain a positive, stimulating, safe and sanitary learning environment 
• Meet the changing needs of the individual child, including establishment of a positive partnership
• Communication process with parents/guardians of children.
• Serve as the teacher in the absence of the classroom teacher
• Follow all required health and safety protocols and Children’s Discovery Center policies and procedures
• Work in a collaborative manner with supervisors, colleagues
• Support staff to effectively implement the goals and objectives of the Children’s Discovery Center
• Know about early childhood development and applicable regulations that govern the operation of an early education facility
• Respond courteously and professionally to common inquiries from co-workers, parents, college employees

Skills: Environment Maintenance, Child Support, Parent Communication, Substitute Teaching, Health Compliance, Collaborative Work, Goal Support, Early Childhood Knowledge

• Experience working with young children and families in a childcare setting
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrate the skill and competence to meet personnel qualifications
• Passage of complete background clearance, physical and Tuberculosis (TB) Test.
• Understanding and promoting the social teachings of Catholic Charities.
• Ability to report to work in a timely manner.
• Skill in operating a computer utilizing a variety of computer software.
• Knowledge and sensitivity to diverse cultures and lifestyles
• Ability to work effectively with Alaskan Native populations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative and respectful working relationships

Qualifications: BS in Early Childhood Education with 4 years of Experience

• Able to engage and effectively communicate with a group of children
• Driven to improve yourself and produce excellent work
• Collaborative and willing to go the extra mile for parents and students
• Energetic, passionate and having a youthful attitude
• Familiar with the Primary/Secondary School English syllabus and its challenges
• Demonstrated passion for the mission, vision and values of Voices Academies 
• Deep commitment to improving the lives of students from low-income communities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish
• Outstanding written, speaking, and organizational skills 
• Experience interacting with a broad range of stakeholders
• Commitment to accelerated educational progress of children

Qualifications: BA in Child Development with 3 years of Experience

• Experience working with elementary school children
• Solid understanding of child development, including cognitive, social, and emotional development
• Demonstrated commitment to anti-racist, anti-bias education
• Ability to multicultural teaching, and culturally responsive pedagogy
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Experience in teaching with technology, especially Google, Zoom, Seesaw, and Smartboard
• Ability and willingness to adapt to changing circumstances
• Demonstrate maturity, collegiality, flexibility, and commitment to equity and professional growth
• Work collaboratively, build relationships, and make connections with children and colleagues

Qualifications: BS in Elementary Education with 2 years of Experience

• Ability to work independently, have flexibility, and demonstrated success in working with school-age children
• Ability to work well independently and within a team environment
• Working efficiently, and exercising excellent judgment in making decisions
• Works well within a high pressure environment
• Knowledge of and experience working with low-income communities
• Experience or commitment to public education, social justice, efficacy and equity
• Understanding of dual immersion instructional practices and school design 
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Google Apps
• Strong preference for individuals in credentialing and/or advanced degree programs in Education
• Commitment to professional growth, reflective practice, and growth mindset
• Collaboratively work with others in project planning, curriculum development and delivery

Qualifications: BS in Sociology with 5 years of Experience

• Early Childhood experience is highly recommended.
• Exemplary interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a highly motivated and dedicated team
• Exemplary written and oral communication skills
• Experience successfully working within a culturally diverse student body, faculty, and community
• Experience working with young children and a proven desire to be an early childhood or elementary school teacher
• Uphold the School's mission and philosophy, and demonstrate the School's core character values.
• Familiarity with basic office and educational equipment
• Must be able to comply with background check, including fingerprints
• Must have a positive attitude and a strong desire to support students and colleagues outside of the job description
• Works collaboratively within curriculum and instruction to design, deploy project-based learning and STEAM instruction
• Ability to work independently as well as with teams.
• Effective Communication skills, both verbal and written

Qualifications: BS in Psychology with 5 years of Experience

• Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of people, in one-to-one and small group settings
• Ability to communicate in an informative manner and effectively listen
• Able to function effectively as a classroom team member in a multi-tasking
• Ability in fast-paced environment with deadlines and some interpersonal pressure
• Possess the ability to act on own initiative while exercising reasonable judgment
• Ability to maintain classroom routine during teacher absences
• Ability to read and interpret instructions in oral, written, or diagrammatical form
• Ability to read, interpret and consider possible applications of professional literature and basic educational documents
• Ability to utilize developmentally appropriate practices and methods when interacting with children
• Associate degree in child development education
• Ability to meet but not limited to background check, tuberculosis test

Qualifications: BA in Early Childhood Education with 6 years of Experience