Lead Teacher 5209

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors we feed shelter teach and support our neighbors to build a stronger all aspects of our work we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences.

Across our 60 locations we provide programs in a variety of service areas including workforce development children youth families seniors and homeless prevention.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Instruct preschool aged children in activities designed to promote social physical and intellectual growth.

Establish and enforce rules to promote positive behavior

Create weekly lesson plans write monthly anecdotal records assessments and portfolio.

Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical mental and social development such as games arts and crafts music storytelling and field trips.

Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree required preferably in education or early childhood education.

A minimum of one year of experience working within an early childhood education setting preferred.

Bilingual language skills in English/Spanish is a plus.

Strong oral and written communication time management and organizational skills are necessary.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods.

Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Ability to stand walk or sit for long periods of time.

Ability to climb five flights of stairs if required to conduct home visits and/or fieldwork.

Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.

Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation.

Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather including inclement weather if required to conduct home visits and/or field work

BronxWorks is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We consider qualified applicants without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable federal state or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities and other legally protected needs. To request an accommodation during the application process please contact

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