SCO Family of Services·New York
The Early Head Start Teacher is responsible for providing a high-quality early learning program and implementing individual educational plans for children. They must also collaborate with teaching teams, families, and specialists to support child development and maintain a safe, healthy classroom environment.
Provide high-quality early learning program that incorporates evidence-based curriculum and instructional activities
Provide early learning experiences in social-emotional, literacy, language, mathematics, sciences, social studies, physical education, fine arts, foreign language development, and other subject matter suited to the needs of children
Develop and implement individual educational plans for children, which supports their development socially, intellectually, linguistically, physically, and emotionally in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development
Establish a developmentally appropriate classroom environment favorable to the development and personal growth of children
Provide ongoing observation and authentic assessment of children and maintain documentation of each child's progress and growth
Regularly meet with teaching team and the Master Teacher to review classroom and child data, develop action plans, and support goal achievement through active collaboration
Collaborate with the family engagement specialist and other FirstStepNYC personnel to promote individual children's goals relating to communication skills, health habits, physical skills, development of self-awareness, and early literacy
Work with parents directly and as a member of an interdisciplinary team; develop activities for parents that promote parent participation and involvement in education activities for their children
Facilitate reflective supervision, as both a participant and through utilization in managing classroom staff and volunteers
Implement all programming requirements in adherence to all performance outcome standards as prescribed by the multiple funding and model requirements
Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment; conduct daily health and environment checks; ensure that classroom equipment, furniture, materials, and supplies are properly maintained and stored
Perform other duties as assigned
SCO Family of Services is committed to ensuring the safety of our clients. All staff are screened and trained. Any inappropriate interactions with clients are taken seriously. We will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.
SCO Family of Services is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Candidates must hold a CDA certification or a degree in early childhood education or a related field. Strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and experience working in multi-cultural environments are required.
Market context
Early Head Start Teacher openings in New York are typically tied to ongoing demand for infant and toddler care in community-based and school-linked programs. This role is competitive because employers look for early childhood credentials, infant/toddler development knowledge, and work authorization without sponsorship. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential matches the posting before applying.