POSITION TITLE: Head Start Assistant Teacher
DEPARTMENT: Early
Childhood
LOCATION(S): The Bronx
REPORTS TO: Site
Director
SALARY RANGE: $33,440.45 – $41,071.01. Salary based on credentials (benefits include medical/ dental, life insurance, 401k plan and vacation, personal and
sick time-off)
DATE: March 2026
SCHEDULE:
Monday-Friday, 8am – 4pm, 9am – 5pm, or
10am – 6pm. Schedule may vary due to program
needs
JOB SUMMARY: The Assistant Teacher will work collaboratively with the
Lead Teacher to ensure the successful operation of a classroom with a total of
15-20 children. The Assistant Teacher also works with a team of other classroom
teachers and family members to implement the curriculum to achieve outcomes for
children of all abilities. For the start-up phase for 2 years this will be an evolving
position. Interim roles and responsibilities will be adjusted and this position
requires an individual to be flexible. Job responsibilities will be revisited
once all center-based sites are up and running.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL
REQUIREMENTS:
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Minimum
– Associates in Early Childhood Education; BA/BS in Early Childhood Education
preferred.
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Minimum
two years of previous teaching experience
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Ability to work
with children and families with special developmental, social or cultural needs
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Ability to
maintain written records and manage time to ensure the completion of assigned
work
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Ability to foster
and maintain positive, professional relationships with participating families
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Basic
computer literacy in email, Microsoft Office.
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Obtain
CPR and First Aid certification within the first year of employment.
PRE- EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
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Clearance through
DOI Fingerprint Screening, NYS Central Registry, Sex Offender Registry
clearance, 3 reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test,
Varicella, Tdap, MMR (fees may apply)
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Obtain Mandated
Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with agency’s policy
and procedure regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect
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Obtain First
Aid/CPR and Preventive Infectious Diseases Certificate within the first year of
employment
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Meet all employee
health requirements in Article 47 (DOHMH) and Head Start Performance Standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under
the direct supervision of the Center Director, the Assistant Teacher shall be
responsible for:
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Child Growth &
Development: Implements
a child-centered curriculum to its fidelity and learning environment that
encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and
self-motivation to promote development in all domains for children of all
abilities.
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Planning: Responsible for collaborating
with the Lead Teacher in the preparation of daily lesson plans and
individualization for children. Collect
daily anecdotes and write observations for children. Assess children with Teaching Strategies Gold
online three times a year
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Program Implementation: Provide positive guidance and
discipline supporting children as they acquire readiness skills for
kindergarten and beyond
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Family Partnerships: Encourage parent
participation in staff-parent conferences and home visits discussing their
child’s development and education
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Communication and Service
Coordination: Maintain
regular contact with parents and complete appropriate documentation; Direct developmental concerns to the Health,
Nutrition and Disabilities Coordinator
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Record Keeping and Reporting:
Request
supplies as needed and participate in classroom/program inventory as requested
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On-going Monitoring and
Self-Assessment: Work
with teaching team to analyze child outcomes on a classroom basis two- three
times a year
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Collaborate
with family advocate and coordinators in providing high quality comprehensive
services
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Participate
in coaching opportunities and professional development training development
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Ability
to lift 35 pounds
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Other duties as assigned
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit a
resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience
meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. If selected, we
ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can
contact at least two (2) professional references should be from a former
supervisor). Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a
search bar and apply online through our career center.
https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=grandst&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US
No phone calls,
please
Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your
clearances come through!
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)
