Head Start Teacher - East Side house SETTLEMENT

Position Title

Head Start Teacher

Department

Early Childhood Education

Union/Non Union

Union

Site/...Required Education and Experience

Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

or in Child Psychology,

or in Child Development,

or in N-6 Elementary Education,

or in Special Education, Students with Disabilities (B-2)

N.Y. State Teaching Initial/Permanent Certificate preferred in the following: B-2, N-6, 1-6

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education and a formal commitment to be on a Study Plan (to obtain a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the above field of study) 

One year experience working with children ages three to five in a school setting and/or child care setting

Competencies

Teamwork Orientation

Communication Proficiency

Customer/Client Focus

Time Management

Thoroughness

Required Clearances

NYC Department of Investigation Comprehensive Background Clearance

NYC Department of Health Medical Clearance

NYS Statewide Central Registry Clearance

NYS Staff Exclusion List Clearance

NYS Sex Offender Registry Clearance

COVID Vaccine-As a recipient of Federal, State, and local funds, all staff are expected to be fully vaccinated or able to obtain vaccination before their start date

Supervisory Responsibility

No

Work Environment

This job operates in a classroom setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The role varies according to the classrooms schedule. Some activities may include but not limited to jumping, bending, lifting, etc.

Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm. Workdays/hours subject to change based on ESH’s program needs.

Remote Work

ESH has determined that up to (0%) of this position can be remote due to COVID-19. Subject to change as public health conditions evolve.

Travel

Travel may be necessary from one site to another for staff coverage purposes.

To Apply

To be considered for a position with East Side House visit our website: www.eastsidehouse.org/careers  

AAP/EEO Statement

ESH encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.