What are the responsibilities and job description for the Group Teacher position at Union Settlement?
Certified Group Teacher
Job Description
Organizational Summary Union Settlement is an East Harlem based nonprofit organization founded in 1895. For 128 years, Union Settlement has provided critical and innovative programming to children, youth, families, and older adults. As a pioneer of the settlement house movement, Union Settlement continues to meet the needs of the ever-changing East Harlem community through its core programs. Through these programs, New Yorkers gain opportunities, develop skills, and become empowered to pursue and achieve their dreams.
Today, Union Settlement provides services through 33 program sites in approximately 28 locations. Union Settlements current programmatic portfolio includes 8 core program areas: Early Childhood Education, Youth Development & Opportunity (including after school programs), Family Services (including the Family Enrichment Center and the Family Childcare Network), the East Harlem Community Partnership, Adult Education, Comprehensive Mental & Emotional Healthcare (Mental Health Services), Aging, Health & Wellness Services (Older Adult Centers), and Economic Development. Union Settlement serves more than 10,000 individuals and nearly 1,000 businesses every year.
Strengthened by a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative workforce of more than 350 employees, Union Settlement also serves as a connector, convener, and advocate for East Harlem and its partners. To learn more about Union Settlement, visit www.unionsettlement.org
Position: Certified Group Teacher
Child Care Center
Department: Early Childhood EducationReports to: Educational Site Director
Hours: Full-time; schedule may vary during hours of operation from 8am-6pm Salary: $55,000 - $68,000
FLSA: Non-ExemptLocation: On-Site, Leggett Memorial, Union Johnson, and Union CarverPosition Reporting to this Role: Assistant Teacher and Teacher's Aide
Position Summary:Under the supervision of the Educational Site Director, the Certified Group Teacher will plan and execute a program implementing an approved agency curriculum to provide quality early childhood learning experiences for children. This program will take into account the educational, social, developmental and health needs of the group, as well as the individual child.
Please note the credentials required for this certified role, including but not limited to current New York State Education Department Certification in Early Childhood Education. Study Plan options are also available. Responsibilities: Implement a program of sound educational goals appropriate to the age and developmental level of children to enable them to make the most of future educational opportunities.
Develop and create developmentally appropriate weekly lesson plans in accordance with the approved agency curriculum.
Keep equipment and material accessible and in good condition to encourage maximum constructive use by the children.
Remove and/or report any damaged or hazardous equipment to the Educational/Site Director or designated individual so necessary action may be taken.
Assist in the planning of appropriate arrangement of classroom furniture designed to promote optimal program functioning. Collaborate in the overall planning for the best use of shared space for center programming. Identify and utilize community resources to enrich the educational content of the childrens program. Maintain good working relationships and objective attitudes with classroom staff.
Participate in regular group conferences with classroom staff.
Develop an appropriate plan by which the Teacher and Associates can share information concerning the children and program with the parents. Attend and participate in group parent meetings.
Respect the confidential nature of all information about parents and children.
Assume responsibility for planning a
Job Description
Organizational Summary Union Settlement is an East Harlem based nonprofit organization founded in 1895. For 128 years, Union Settlement has provided critical and innovative programming to children, youth, families, and older adults. As a pioneer of the settlement house movement, Union Settlement continues to meet the needs of the ever-changing East Harlem community through its core programs. Through these programs, New Yorkers gain opportunities, develop skills, and become empowered to pursue and achieve their dreams.
Today, Union Settlement provides services through 33 program sites in approximately 28 locations. Union Settlements current programmatic portfolio includes 8 core program areas: Early Childhood Education, Youth Development & Opportunity (including after school programs), Family Services (including the Family Enrichment Center and the Family Childcare Network), the East Harlem Community Partnership, Adult Education, Comprehensive Mental & Emotional Healthcare (Mental Health Services), Aging, Health & Wellness Services (Older Adult Centers), and Economic Development. Union Settlement serves more than 10,000 individuals and nearly 1,000 businesses every year.
Strengthened by a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative workforce of more than 350 employees, Union Settlement also serves as a connector, convener, and advocate for East Harlem and its partners. To learn more about Union Settlement, visit www.unionsettlement.org
Position: Certified Group Teacher
Child Care Center
Department: Early Childhood EducationReports to: Educational Site Director
Hours: Full-time; schedule may vary during hours of operation from 8am-6pm Salary: $55,000 - $68,000
FLSA: Non-ExemptLocation: On-Site, Leggett Memorial, Union Johnson, and Union CarverPosition Reporting to this Role: Assistant Teacher and Teacher's Aide
Position Summary:Under the supervision of the Educational Site Director, the Certified Group Teacher will plan and execute a program implementing an approved agency curriculum to provide quality early childhood learning experiences for children. This program will take into account the educational, social, developmental and health needs of the group, as well as the individual child.
Please note the credentials required for this certified role, including but not limited to current New York State Education Department Certification in Early Childhood Education. Study Plan options are also available. Responsibilities: Implement a program of sound educational goals appropriate to the age and developmental level of children to enable them to make the most of future educational opportunities.
Develop and create developmentally appropriate weekly lesson plans in accordance with the approved agency curriculum.
Keep equipment and material accessible and in good condition to encourage maximum constructive use by the children.
Remove and/or report any damaged or hazardous equipment to the Educational/Site Director or designated individual so necessary action may be taken.
Assist in the planning of appropriate arrangement of classroom furniture designed to promote optimal program functioning. Collaborate in the overall planning for the best use of shared space for center programming. Identify and utilize community resources to enrich the educational content of the childrens program. Maintain good working relationships and objective attitudes with classroom staff.
Participate in regular group conferences with classroom staff.
Develop an appropriate plan by which the Teacher and Associates can share information concerning the children and program with the parents. Attend and participate in group parent meetings.
Respect the confidential nature of all information about parents and children.
Assume responsibility for planning a
Salary : $55,000 - $68,000