Teacher

Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and essential human services with more than 60 social service programs in over 20 locations.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8: 30AM -12:15PM

This position follows the Huntington School District calendar.

SUMMARY

Family Service League is seeking a part-time Pre-School Teacher for our Early Learning Center in Huntington, NY. The Teacher will provide three-year-old students with a solid curriculum-based program that provides them with the educational, social and emotional components necessary to be prepared for Pre-kindergarten.

Responsibilities

• The Pre-School Teacher will supplement curriculum with developmentally appropriate materials, lessons and activities.
• Provide supervision of Teacher's Aide and collaborate with center's Program Director.
• Utilize positive classroom management techniques to guide children's behavior.
• The Pre-School Teacher will provide a structured daily routine.
• When needed, create and utilize individual behavioral management plans and include parents in the plan.
• Conduct assessments of every student.
• The Pre-School Teacher will create and maintain a clean, safe and positive classroom environment, with varied and appropriate materials available to students.
• Demonstrate and facilitate appropriate conflict resolution, model kindness and empathy toward others.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelors’ Degree in Elementary Education, or High School Diploma plus Early Childhood Training and a minimum of 2 years’ experience teaching children in the pre-kindergarten age group required.

Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, required

Strong interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills.

Possess strong knowledge of developmentally age-appropriate language and activities.

Demonstrate patience, optimism, compassion, enthusiasm, and empathy.

Effective mediation skills for resolving conflicts between children.

Ability to be a positive role model for children and team members.

Physical requirements