Early Childhood Teacher (PKA/PK3)

Job overview

The Early Childhood Teacher (PKA/PK3) role is onsite in New York, NY. Compensation is $55,000–$68,000 per year, depending on certification. The Jewish Community Center of Staten Island provides educational and community programs for people across Staten Island and beyond. The teacher creates a safe, nurturing, stimulating classroom where children can grow physically, socially, emotionally, and intellectually. The role plans and delivers learning activities, assesses progress, maintains records, supervises assistants, and communicates with families in line with program goals and applicable standards.

What you'll do

• Develop daily routines and provide appropriate supervision and positive interactions
• follow Department of Health, Bureau of Day Care regulations
• maintain a safe, clean learning environment
• supervise teacher assistants and substitutes
• submit weekly and monthly lesson plans aligned with curriculum and New York State standards
• implement classroom activities
• assess learning using portfolios, written assessments, observations, Creative Curriculum, and Teaching Strategies Gold
• maintain records and prepare newsletters
• support school-wide events and PBIS guidelines
• communicate with parents and attend meetings and professional development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

early childhood teacher

pka

pk3

preschool education

lesson planning

child development

classroom assessment

parent communication

new york ny

jcc of staten island

$55k–$68k/year

medical benefits

dental and vision

pension and 403(b)

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Subsidized medical options, dental and vision coverage, FSA and dependent care options, free LTD, STD and life insurance, pension, 403(b), program discounts, free membership, and ample time off.

Why this role

Requires a New York State teaching certificate in Early Childhood Education B-2 or Children with Disabilities B-2, or an initial certificate while pursuing permanent certification.

About the employer

Jewish Community Center Of Staten Island is hiring for this role. Industry: Child and Youth Services. Sector: 62.