DOE Early Childhood Teacher for 3K/4K

About us We are a DOE/UPK center based daycare that are dedicated and commited to providing nurturing, educational, and creative learning through play using the Teaching Strategies Gold curriculum to kids ages 1-5. Our work environment includes: • Respect and Inclusivity for All • Open Communication • Teamwork • Recognition of Achievements • Teacher Support • Proffesionalism About the Job: Join our dedicated team of devoted teachers who love children and strive to make a positive difference every day in their lives. Our spacious beautiful and clean space is pleasant to work in and provides a mutually beneficial environment for everyone to enjoy. We are seeking to hire a dedicated, warm, and caring Lead teacher for our 3K classroom to support learning, development, and a nurturing environment for all our young learners. With your creative talents as teachers let's mold future leaders! As a Lead Teacher, you will be responsible for: • Creating and implementing weekly lesson plans • Maintaining strong family partnerships to support the education and care of the students • Empathetic to children's emotions and parent's needs • Presenting expectations that are appropriate to the child's age and developmental level. • Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem and social skills. • Committed to continuing education We are looking to hire two full-time lead teachers. Qualifications: • MUST BE NYS Certified in Early Childhood Education (Birth-2nd) with Masters or Bachelors Degree. • Must have at least 1 year of UPK or 3K/4K Class experience • Familiar with Common Core, Teachers Strategies Gold , Ecers and ESI-R • DOE& DOI Fingerprinting • SCR Clearance • First Aid/CPR Certification (Preferred) • Epi-Pen trained Benefits: • $2,000 bonus at end of 3 months period of work • matching 401(k) • Commuter Benefit travel expense to work and back covered. • Employee discount • Paid time off • Parental leave • Pension plan • Professional development assistance • Retirement plan Job Type: Full-time Pay: $56,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Paid time off • Parental leave • Professional development assistance • Retirement plan Application Question(s): • Are you certified B-2? Initial or permanent? • What age group of children have you worked with? • Are you currently working? • When can you start? • How long would you prefer your commute to be? Do you drive? • Are you physically able to pick kids up in the classroom? • Do you speak English well? • What hours are you looking to work? Ability to Commute: • Astoria, NY 11102 (Required) Work Location: In person