Head Start Corona - 3K Teacher (NYS/NYC Certified)*** $3,000 Sign on Bonus
The Child Center of NY
Application
Details
Posted: 30-Dec-25
Location: Corona, New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: $30.91 - $35.15 /Hour
Categories:
Teaching, K-3
Internal Number: 2664
The Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year.
Sign on Bonus: $3,000
In this role you will: be responsible for the creation of a responsive, age-appropriate experience that fosters the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth of the children. The Teacher directs the classroom in a professional, respectful manner while creating a safe nurturing environment with a focus on learning.
Essential Functions:
Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start Program Performance Standards in addition to local, state, and other federal guidelines.
Implement a curriculum adhering to Early Childhood best practices as defined by National Education for Young Children (NAEYC), NYS (New York State) Quality Rating and Improvement System, NYS Common Core, NYS Early Learning Framework, and Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (if applicable).
Maintain a comprehensive and ongoing portfolio assessment for each child, including observations, developmental and social emotional assessments.
Conduct home visits and parent conferences to discuss the child's individual development and progress.
Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment. Assure that classroom equipment, furniture, materials, and supplies are properly maintained and stored;
Use the playground as an extension of the classroom; assure that the playground is safe;
Conduct daily health checklist and monthly environment checklist.
Integrate the implementation of children's I.E.P. (Individual Education Plan) or I.F.S.P. (Individual Family Service Plan) into lesson plans for individualized outcomes.
Perform other duties, as may be required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Based on classroom assignment. Study Plan eligible with the following requirements: 3-year-old class:90 college credits with a study plan that is acceptable to the DOHMH leading to an Early Childhood degree with Early Childhood Certification (B-Grade 2)in required timeline.
2 years’ experience preferred.
NYS licensed or any approved study plan teacher in accordance with the NYC Department of Health regulations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task
Qualifications Preferred:
Master's degree in early childhood education or related field with NYS Early Childhood certification
The Child Center of NY: Strengthening Family. Building Community
Founded in 1953 as a children’s counseling center in Queens, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city, closing the gap for kids and families in NY’s under-resourced communities. With 60 locations in all 5 NYC boroughs and Long Island our over 1,100 results-oriented professionals are making a difference for more than 58,000 children and their families. We are always on the lookout for new talent in a variety of both in-the-field and behind-the-scenes positions.
We serve children from birth to adulthood with effective, innovative programs in six critical areas: Early Childhood Education, Behavioral Health, Health Homes and Integrated Care, Prevention and Family Support, Youth Development, and, now, Residential Services and Research, Development and Innovation. We know that with the right skills, education, and emotional support – tools that we provide — children of any background can build a happy, healthy, and fulfilling future.
