Location: Nassau, NY
Salary: $15.00 - $16.00/hour
Job Type: Full-time
Join our team of passionate, energetic and mission-driven teachers at our Schodack Family Resource Center.
CEO is a non-profit organization comprised of about 250 employees, who together run over 25 different programs that help people rise out of poverty. Our employees come from many walks of life, but we all share one thing – we are all dedicated to making Western N.Y. and the Capital Region a healthier and happier place. We understand the complex factors that contribute to poverty in our area, and we work tirelessly to help people in need achieve success. Our mission is to develop partnerships and create opportunities for growth and empowerment in our community. Our Early Childhood Education teamwork with the whole family to support the education and personal growth of the children in our program because we believe every child deserves the best possible start in life.
- Promote children's development and learning through the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Use age-appropriate and positive guidance strategies to teach, encourage, and redirect inappropriate classroom behavior
- Build positive relationships with staff and families through positive and professional communication, creating a welcoming environment, respecting diversity, and encouraging parent participation in the center
- Work collaboratively with the co-teacher and service providers
- An AAS or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Infant/Toddler CDA (Child Development Associate)
- Knowledge of Infant/Toddler child development and family interaction
- The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
As a teacher you'll benefit from:
- 35-hour workweek, Monday through Friday, 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
- Fewer classroom hours
- Dedicated planning time during work hours
- Paid professional development during work hours
- Paid vacations, holidays and school breaks in February, April and December
- Classroom support provided by CEO's Interventionists and Family Advocates
- On staff Floating Teacher Assistants for lunch and breaks
Please note: applicants for this position will be required to complete standard background clearances, which include fingerprints, New York State Child Abuse clearances, a physical, TB Test, and a pre-employment drug screen.
Call: 518-272-6012, ext. 301
Email: ceohr@ceoempowers.org
EOE/AA