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Group Teacher (Ridgewood Child Care Center)

Part-time

The Salvation Army

Ridgewood, NYPart-time$19.46–39.1/hrPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$19.46–39.1/hr
Location
Ridgewood, NY
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

NYS Early Childhood Certification Birth-2 Or Study Plan

Job overview

The Salvation Army is hiring a Group Teacher (Ridgewood Child Care Center). Under the supervision of the Educational Director, the group teacher will work within The Salvation Army framework, follow center schedules, and adhere to established personnel policies and practices.

Key focus areas include Supervise children at all times according to DOH and DOE regulations, Plan and execute classroom program meeting educational, social, developmental and health needs, and Develop educational goals appropriate to each child's age and developmental level.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, PA State Lifeguard Certification, and CPR/AED Certification. Important skills include Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Excel, NYC Department Of Education Online Platforms, Teaching Strategies, and Superior Customer Service. Preferred (not required): Supervise Children, Plan And Execute Programs, Develop Educational Goals, and Keep Accurate Records.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft OfficeMicrosoft WordExcelNYC Department of Education Online PlatformsTeaching StrategiesSupervise ChildrenPlan and Execute ProgramsDevelop Educational GoalsKeep Accurate RecordsCommunicate Progress to ParentsMaintain Good Working RelationshipsConduct Parent ConferencesParticipate in Staff MeetingsParticipate in Recruitment ActivitiesSuperior Customer ServiceAdaptabilityKnowledge of Safety and Emergency ProceduresShare Knowledge of Programs and ServicesPositive and Professional DemeanorInterpersonal CommunicationRead EnglishWrite EnglishCommunicate in EnglishWork and Relate Well With PeopleOral CommunicationCommunicationRecognizing and Reporting Child AbuseAppreciation for the Mission of the Salvation ArmyCustomer ServiceEnglish ProficiencyWeekend AvailabilityEvening AvailabilitySwimming AbilityChild SupervisionProgram PlanningRecord KeepingParent CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Qualifications

NYS DOH RequirementsNYS DOE RequirementsSalvation Army RequirementsNYS Early Childhood Certification Birth-2 or Study Plan

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Group Teacher (Ridgewood Child Care Center)

Job Locations US-NY-Ridgewood

Job ID

2025-14458

Category

Child Care

Compensation Min

USD $19.46/Hr.

Compensation Max

USD $39.10/Hr.

Type

Regular Full-Time

Overview

Under the supervision of the Educational Director, the group teacher shall be responsible for working within the framework of The Salvation Army and carrying out its functions, policies and procedures, observing the schedules in the center and adhering to its established personnel policies and practices.

Responsibilities

  • Appropriately supervise children at all times according to DOH and DOE regulations to facilitate safety and optimal program functioning.

  • Plan and execute a program within the classroom that meets the educational, social, developmental and health needs of the group and the individual child.

  • Develop educational goals appropriate to the age and developmental level of each child.

  • Take responsibility for keeping classroom furniture, equipment and materials accessible and in good condition.

  • Assist the Educational Director in promoting the professional growth and development of classroom associates.

  • Keep accurate and up to date written records on children’s progress according to DOE, DOH and Salvation Army policy.

  • Regularly communicate children’s progress to parents, caregivers and relevant center staff.

  • Maintain good working relationships with parents/caregivers and Salvation Army colleagues.

  • Conduct parent conferences.

  • Participate in staff meetings, mandatory training and professional development opportunities.

  • Participate in recruitment activities to increase enrollment in the centers.

  • If necessary and appropriate, fulfill administrative functions in the absence of the Educational Director.

  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), NYC Department of Education online platforms, and Teaching Strategies.

  • Other duties as assigned which are consistent with the above and according to programmatic need.

Qualifications

  • The group teacher shall meet the requirements set by the NYS DOH, DOE and The Salvation Army for the day care center in which he/she will be employed.

  • A Group Teacher must have a NYS Early Childhood Certification Birth-2 or be on a study plan towards certification.

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