What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Teacher - Full Time Infant/Toddler position at Commonpoint Queens?
STATEMENT OF AGENCY :
Commonpoint (formerly the Samuel Field Y and the Central Queens Y) is a non-profit, multi service agency with flagship sites in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills and 33 additional sites throughout the community that provides a diverse array of programs and services to over 35,000 mission is to sustain and enhance the quality of family and individual life for all members of our community, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within a pervasive and inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. We accomplish this mission through a broad range of social, educational, and recreational services that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds.
JOB DESCRIPTION :
We are looking to employ a qualified Infant / Toddler Teacher, who has a passion for instilling values in young children. The Infant / Toddler Teacher should possess high energy and the ability to handle the demands of babies and toddlers with different personalities and needs.
To ensure success, the Infant / Toddler teacher should display a gentle and nurturing personality, and the patience to assist each infant or toddler to mature cognitively and to develop gross motor & fine motor skills. They should be able to assist in developing the infants’ and toddler’s social skills as they interact with each other.
An individual hired as a Head Teacher will report directly to the Director of the Early Childhood Center at the Samuel Field Center under Commonpoint. This position supports the curriculum, classroom environment, and child care as determined by the Director.
In this 37.5 hour per week - Full-time roll the Early Childhood Professional will support an Infant or toddler classroom.
INFANT / TODDLER TEACHER RESPONSIBILITES :
- Guiding babies and toddlers through education / development programs.
- Thinking on their feet and responding to each child’s needs efficiently.
- Displaying a patient and calm personality coupled with a loving approach to every child.
- Contributing positively to the behavior and social interaction of the children.
- Building secure relationships with the children and families.
- Working closely with the administration and department head to ensure that guidelines are adhered to.
- Documenting the day’s events for parents.
- Reporting accidents, illness, and unusual behavior of children to head of department, and parents.
- Give bottles to infants as provided by parents.
- Feed infants' solid foods as age appropriate and provided by parents.
- Change diapers as needed.
- Soothe infants by singing to, rocking, holding and or cuddling them.
- Supervise infants on the floor as they play with age appropriate toys.
- Put infants in cribs for nap time.
- Ensure play, sleep and changing areas are kept clean.
INFANT / TODDLER TEACHER REQUIREMENTS :
Commonpoint reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer / program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
To Apply : Please submit a cover letter and résumé, as a Word or PDF document only, to Jody Dickter at jdickter@commonpoint.org. Please indicate “Head Teacher - Full Time Infant / Toddler” in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Salary : $40,000 - $42,000
