Overview

Overview

Children’s Learning Center is a 4410 preschool contracted by the Department of Education.

Children’s Learning Center provides special needs services to children 2.9 years to 5 years of age. We offer a unique educational experience by using a variety of learning approaches to meet the individual needs of the students. Our program utilizes the creative curriculum classroom model.

Rising Ground 

Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 25,000 individuals. We do this through 50 programs in 70 locations throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity shows not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in downtown Brooklyn. 

Benefits

At Rising Ground, we encourage everyone to live a healthier life. When you enroll in health care benefits — medical, dental, and vision care, you and your family can take advantage of each plan’s preventive services, which will help everyone to stay well. Another way to remain healthy is to eat right and keep active. Ultimately, we all benefit when we make the right choices, whether through diet and exercise or health care services. You can also take advantage of other important benefits, including life and accident, disability benefits, the retirement savings plan, and the employee assistance program.

Responsibilities

A person selected for this position will be responsible for assisting the classroom’s Lead-Teacher with general supervision and management of a class of children. This candidate should have a warm and friendly personality and be sensitive to the needs of young children.

• Assist in planning and implementing the daily program under the direction of the Lead Teacher.
• Assist in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up centers and preparing materials and supplies.
• Supervise the classroom and children when the Lead Teacher is out of the room.
• Participate in professional organizations that work for the improvement of early childhood education.
• Supervise and ensure the safety of all children.
• Plan and work collaboratively with staff and Parents/Caregivers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Level 1 Certification.
• 1-year experience working with young children preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English language proficiency preferred.

Salary:

$ 35,494.00