Infant Teacher - Fulltime - Brooklyn

Job Description

Family Health Centers at NYU Langone, a designated Level 3 Medical Home, is the largest federally qualified health center network in New York State, and the second largest in the nation. It includes eight primary care sites, 40 school-based health centers and dental clinics, four day care centers, the nation's largest dental residency program, and New York State's largest behavioral health program.

The network also includes 12 community medicine sites providing care to disenfranchised New Yorkers, comprehensive HIV services, chemical dependency programs, and a family support center that offers educational, vocational, and other social support programs. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive.

We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Infant Teacher - Fulltime.

In this role, the successful candidate :
Under the supervision of the Education Director of the Center, the Toddler Teachers shall be responsible for working within the framework of Sunset Park Health Council, DOE, DOHMH, NAEYC, and Quality Stars NY standards, policies and procedures. Teachers promote early childhood education for children and families both in and out of the classroom by providing sound supervision, developmentally appropriate lessons and community outings, and ensuring the health and safety of all children.

Teachers develop positive parent relations and encourage parental involvement and the professional growth of classroom associates. Additionally, teachers conduct regular team meetings, attend staff meetings and seek out professional development opportunities to meet the needs of their classrooms. Teachers must document lessons, observations, assessments and all necessary paperwork.

Job Responsibilities:

GENERAL WORK HABITS

1. Arrives on time

2. Reliable in attendance

3. Responsible in job duties

4. Good grooming and appropriate attire

5. Alert in health and safety matter

6. Follows centers philosophy and policies

7. Opens to new ideas

8. Flexible with assignments and schedule

9. Comes to work with a positive attitude

10. Looks for ways to improve the program

11. Gives ample notice for absences

12. Remains calm in a tense situation

13. Quickly and effectively deals with unexpected

situations and problems

14. Ensures all required paper work are done and / or due on time

15. Careful to keep information about children and families confidential

16. Attends and actively participates in staff meetings

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Inspects children for signs of illness or injury upon arrival

Inspects outdoor and indoor play areas prior to play

Follows the hand washing procedures accordingly

Follows the When to Wash Hands policies as posted in the classroom

Follows the diaper changing / potty procedures for children accordingly and as needed

Uses the Germ Box effectively

Uses bleach solutions to clean toys and surfaces as required

Notifies parents and director when children are sick or get hurt

Files incident or accident reports accordingly and as needed

Inspects fire exits and extinguishers regularly

Feeds children according to their individual needs, family input, and CACFP guidelines

Puts infants to sleep according to their individual schedules and takes care of infants upon awakening; every effort to prevent SIDS is made.

SKILLS WITH CHILDREN

1. Always attends to childrens needs before everything else

2. Supervises children closely and effectively throughout the day

3. Uses a modulated, appropriate voice

4. Knows and shows respect for individuals

5. Is aware of developmental levels / changes

6. Encourages independence/self help

7. Promotes self esteem in communications

8. Ability to work with children who are acting out

9. Avoids stereotyping and labeling

10. Reinforces positive behavior

11. Has a clear and fair discipline procedure

12. Ability to set appropriate limits

13.…