Group Teacher – Child Care Center (Uncertified)

Group Teacher (Uncertified) 

Job Description 

Organizational Summary

Union Settlement is an East Harlem based nonprofit organization founded in 1895. For over 130 years, Union Settlement has provided critical and innovative programming to children, youth, families, and older adults. As a pioneer of the settlement house movement, Union Settlement continues to meet the needs of the ever-changing East Harlem community through its core programs. Through these programs, New Yorkers gain opportunities, develop skills, and become empowered to pursue and achieve their dreams.

Today, Union Settlement provides services through 33 program sites in approximately 28 locations. Union Settlement’s current programmatic portfolio includes the following service areas: Early Childhood Education, Youth Development and Opportunity, Family Services (including the Family Enrichment Center, the Family Childcare Network, and the East Harlem Community Partnership, NYC Benefits, Adult Education, Mental Health Services, Older Adult Centers, and Economic Development. Union Settlement serves more than 15,000 individuals and nearly 1,000 businesses every year.

Strengthened by a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative workforce of more than 350 employees, Union Settlement also serves as a connector, convener, and advocate for East Harlem and its partners. To learn more about Union Settlement, visit www.unionsettlement, visit www.unionsettlement.org

Position: Group Teacher – Child Care Center (Uncertified) 

Department: Early Childhood Education 

Reports to: Center Director (Educational) 

Hours: Full-time; schedule may vary during hours of operation from 8am-6pm

Salary: $48,000 to $55,000 annually

FLSA: Non-Exempt 

Location: On-site; Leggett Memorial, Union Johnson and Union Carver

Positions Reporting to this Role: Assistant Teacher and Teacher’s Aide

Position Summary: 

The Group Teacher will plan and execute the Creative Curriculum to provide education and care for the children assigned to a classroom. The Creative Curriculum will take into account the educational, social, developmental, and health needs of each child, and the group as a whole. 

Responsibilities  

• Develop and lead a program of sound educational goals appropriate to the age and developmental level of children to enable them to make the most of future educational opportunities.
• Create and execute weekly lesson plans in accordance with the approved agency curriculum.
• Keep equipment and material accessible and in good condition to encourage maximum constructive use by the children.
• Remove and/or report any damaged or hazardous equipment to the Educational/Site Director or designated individual so necessary action may be taken.
• Plan appropriate arrangement of classroom furniture designed to promote optimal program functioning.
• Collaborate in the overall planning for the best use of shared space for center programming.
• Identify and utilize community resources to enrich the educational content of the children’s program.
• Maintain good working relationships and objective attitudes with classroom staff.
• Participate in regular group conferences with classroom staff.
• Expand professional growth and development through participation in individual and classroom group conferences and related training opportunities.
• Adhere to the plan for classroom staff to inform and share information regarding the program and children with parents.
• Attend and participate in group parent meetings.

• Ensure confidentiality of all information regarding children and parents.
• Participate in regularly scheduled supervision meetings with Educational/Site Director. Discuss professional performance objectively and utilize supervision as a source of information and professional guidance.
• Update and maintain all records as are required and necessary for the effective administration of the center and the development of the program. Share records and work with appropriate classroom and center staff.
• Perform routine duties in the classroom and center related to all functions of the program.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Educational/Site Director and the Director of Early Childhood Education.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, or Elementary Education. Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education a plus.
• Two years’ experience working with pre-school age children preferred.
• Knowledge of Head Start performance standards is a plus.

CO R E C O M P E T E N C I E S 

• Leading Others: Creates a sense of urgency throughout the organization on the importance of achieving outcomes. Inspires, influences, and enables team members to reach their goals
• Facilitating Change: Approaches challenges with creativity and flexibility. Demonstrates analytical thinking. Guides change to meet Union Settlement’s goals.
• Managing Performance: Evaluates and revises goals semi-annually with the team. Provides consistent supervision and documents performance highlights and concerns
• Applying and Developing Expertise: Embraces and leads the team to achieve milestones. Seeks and supports professional development opportunities for team members. Manages finances and budgets effectively
• Communicating and Collaborating: Listens well and actively engages with others with honesty and integrity and holds team accountable to the same standard

Union Settlement’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment 

Union Settlement is an equal opportunity employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.