Assistant Teacher

2 weeks ago

New York, New York, United States Women In Need, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Title of Position: Assistant Teacher FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Child Care

Reports to: Head Teacher

Positions Reporting to this Position: None

Purpose of the Position:

Under the direction of the Head Teacher, the Assistant is responsible for age appropriate activities for children and the implementation of classroom curriculum.

Hourly rate: $20.00 per hour.

Responsibilities:

· Commit to using evidence-based practices (EBP); Motivational Interviewing (MI), Trauma-Informed Care (TIC), critical time intervention, and boundary setting, to help clients achieve their goals.

· Participate in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curricula encompassing the social/emotional, physical and intellectual needs of Win children.

· Follow Win's philosophy and goals of the Child Care program.

· Attend program staff meetings, child treatment reviews, case conferences, and supervisory sessions.

· Attend child care related trainings onsite and offsite.

· Must be able to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and days that NYC schools are closed.

· Must be able to escort children on field trips.

· Conduct age-appropriate developmental assessments once an assigned child settles in the shelter.

· Ensure a safe, healthy, culturally diverse, and attractive classroom environment.

· Communicate regularly with parents about the needs of their children, parental concerns, and engage parents in classroom activities.

· Perform related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

· Must be able to ascend /descend stairs in the building where client families reside.

· Must be able to lift children on a regular basis.

· Must be able to travel to other Win sites to provide child care coverage, attend meetings and training using public transportation.

Qualifications:

· Commitment to Win's mission, vision, and values.

· Associates degree or Teacher's Assistant Certification required.

· Knowledge and skill relating to planning activities for infants and pre-school children.

· Ability to interact in a supportive and nurturing manner with children and parents.

· Must have knowledge of and have sensitivity to the needs of homeless or at-risk families.

· Must submit to a medical screening to ensure good health as required by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Bureau of Child Care.

· Ability work cooperatively with others.

· Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

· Bilingual – English/Spanish a plus.

Core Competencies:

  • Leading Others: Conducts informative, effective meetings with staff and communicates critical information clearly. Leads by example, doesn't stay behind the desk; stays visible to staff and clients.
  • Facilitating Change: Inspires and motivates others to achieve outstanding client outcomes. Assists in overcoming resistance to change. Anticipates challenges and manages consequences.
  • Managing Performance: Participates actively in team meetings and communicates clients' needs. Monitors performance against predetermined standards set by Win and funders. Shares constructive feedback, quickly and adjusts to new demands. Holds self and staff accountable for performing at high standards. Uses positive reinforcement to convey confidence in employees.
  • Applying and Developing Expertise: Understands and upholds all policies and procedures described in Win's Employee Handbook. Uses EBP practices consistently and effectively. Takes client issues to the appropriate people within the organization to obtain the most accurate information to meet the clients' needs.
  • Communicating and Collaborating: Values the full spectrum of diversity and inclusion for clients and staff. Communicates effectively verbally and in writing. Fosters open communication to and from the Assistant Vice President, and supervisor.

WIN'S DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION HIRING COMMITMENT

Our most effective service to our community comes from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experience. As a result, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. Win actively seeks a diverse applicant pool and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.

Company DescriptionWomen In Need provides safe, clean shelter and critical services and programs to over 10% of the homeless families in New York City. As the City's homelessness crisis continues to escalate at an unprecedented rate, Win continues to increase in size, staff, and scope. With 14 shelters, and hundreds of supportive housing units, Win will serves more than 10,000 homeless families annually – always with a trauma informed focus on providing programs and services they need to confidently regain their independence and succeed on their own. For more than 39 years, Win's mission has been to break the cycle of homelessness for families in New York City.Company DescriptionWin provides safe, clean shelter and critical services and programs to over 10% of the homeless families in New York City. As the City's homelessness crisis continues to escalate at an unprecedented rate, Win continues to increase in size, staff, and scope. With 14 shelters, and hundreds of supportive housing units, Win will serves more than 10,000 homeless families annually – always with a trauma informed focus on providing programs and services they need to confidently regain their independence and succeed on their own. For more than 39 years, Win's mission has been to break the cycle of homelessness for families in New York City.

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