Assistant Preschool Teacher

New York Kids Club Brooklyn , NY 11201

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

NY Kids Club & NY Preschool is inspiring today's children to succeed in tomorrow's world with our love for play- and we're looking for an Assistant Preschool Teacher to join our growing team!

Our mission is to instill a lifelong love of learning with our engaging curriculum, taught in a safe, dynamic and supportive environment and designed to enrich every child throughout their educational journey.

We pride ourselves on an environment that allows you to find a sense of belonging, learn from your diverse teammates, who have a great sense of humor, and take pride in everything they do; if that sounds like you, join us!

Here's what an Assistant Teacher's day looks like:

  • Ensure each student's health and safety at all times through close supervision and adherence to our daily protocols

  • Speak with parents and caregivers regarding student progress

  • Assist in implementing our unique and original curriculum

  • Maintain the highest level of customer service possible in accordance with the NY Kids Club pillars of service

  • Have a high level of enthusiasm and professionalism, and a desire to bring joy to learning

  • Work with Lead Preschool Teacher to assess student abilities and progress

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be all responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

Requirements

This job is for you if you:

  • Have a High School Diploma or GED- required

  • Have a Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred (Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or Special Education highly recommended) or are in pursuit of a Bachelor's Degree

  • Have 1 year of teaching experience (ideally in a preschool classroom)

  • Are a self-starter, highly motivated, dynamic, and a creative team player

  • Have excellent communication skills

  • Are a lifelong learner!

What's in it for you:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

  • As a valued team member, you will be eligible for NY Kids Club's health, dental, and vision insurance plans through UnitedHealthcare.

Paid Time Off

  • NY Kids Club supports a healthy work/life balance. You will be eligible for up to 10 days of paid vacation, 2 Floating Holidays, and 56 hours of Safe/Sick Time per year.

401(k) Savings and Retirement Plan

  • NY Kids Club wants to support you long-term. You will be eligible to enroll in NY Kids Clubs' 401(k) program. NY Kids Club provides a discretionary match of up to 3% of your investment per year.

Tuition Assistance

  • NY Kids Club has designed a tuition assistance program to support those working towards an early childhood (or related field) Bachelor's or Master's degree. You are eligible for tuition assistance of up to $2,000 per year.

Commuter Program

  • You will be eligible to participate in the WageWorks program, which allows for the pre-tax purchase of MetroCards or debit cards to purchase commuting tickets and passes from transit operators throughout the metropolitan area. Additionally, you will be eligible for a discounted membership through CitiBike.

Stay Active

  • NY Kids Club is committed to your health and wellness. Enjoy unlimited access to Crunch Fitness with discounted membership options.

Enrich your Children

  • We want to welcome your whole family! If you have children, you are gifted one complimentary 1.5 hours or two 45-minute classes per semester or a $500 non-transferable credit to be used towards any program or event.

Employee Referral Program

  • We encourage our team to refer their qualified family and friends to join the NY Kids Club community. For any referral who is hired and stays for a minimum of 90 days, you will receive a referral bonus of $500!

Start Saving

  • NY Kids Club offers you discounts on everyday experiences, entertainment offerings, phone plans, electronics, vacations, and even cars! These exclusive savings are FREE!

The pay rate for this role is $36,000 per year

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are to be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit, engage in constant movement, and use hands and arms to feel and reach. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and crawl, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific sensory abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee is also frequently required to taste and/or smell, and regularly required to talk and/or hear.

At NY Kids Club & NY Preschool, we strive to be an inclusive and diverse community where all team members work in an accepting environment. We celebrate our differences and lead with kindness and respect. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, military or veteran status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. These are our guiding principles that apply to all terms of employment, including promotions, transfers, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

The NY Kids Club complies with all requirements set forth by the Americans with Disabilities Act, City, State, and Federal law. If you require any accommodation in the completion of this application, please reach out to interview@nykidsclub.com.

Salary Description

$36,000


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