UPK Teacher

Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK)/Head Start Teacher

CEO is seeking a Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK)/Head Start Teacher to plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum to support the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth of 3- to 4-year-old children.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Use age-appropriate and positive guidance strategies to teach, encourage, and redirect inappropriate classroom behavior.
• Build relationships with staff and families through positive and professional communication, creating a welcoming environment, respecting diversity, and encouraging parent participation in the program.
• Collaborate with teacher assistants and service providers.
• Enhance the continuation of learning between home and school by conducting two home visits and two parent/teacher conferences each year, as applicable for Head Start children.
• Complete all required paperwork as required by CEO and the School District, including meals counts, attendance, daily health logs, etc. in a timely manner. Complete lesson plans, individualization goals, anecdotal records, and assessments.
• Utilize daily routines such as diapering, toilet training, hand washing, mealtimes, transitions, and playground time to promote learning and meaningful conversations with young children.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education required.
• A New York State certification in Pre-Kindergarten (General Ed. Or Special Ed) or B-2 certification required.
• Experience teaching preschool-age children.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S without the need for Visa Sponsorship.

Compensation and Benefits information:

• $28 per hour- 35 hours a week
• 10-month schedule (September
  - June)- Follows Troy City School District Calendar
• Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• Cash payment for waiving health insurance
• Telemedicine
• PTO and Sick time accruals
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan
• 12 paid holidays annually
• December, February, and Spring School Break Included in Vacation Package
• Employer sponsored pension plan starting at 5% of salary contribution when eligible
• Eligibility for the Federal School Loan Forgiveness Program

Please note:

applicants for this position will be required to complete standard background clearances. We are proud to be an EEO employer.