Teacher UPK at FORT GEORGE COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Oct, 26

Salary

77455.0

Posted On

16 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Curriculum Planning, Child-Centered Learning, Literacy Instruction, Numeracy Instruction, Social-Emotional Development, Teaching Strategies GOLD, Family Engagement, Classroom Management, Student Assessment, Lesson Planning, Microsoft Word, Child Supervision

Industry

Description

Fort George Community Services | Washington Heights & Bronx, NY About At Fort George Community Services, you do more than build a career, you help transform lives. For over 35 years, we have empowered children and strengthened families through high-quality, family-focused early childhood programs. Join a diverse, mission-driven team dedicated to educational excellence, community impact, and helping every child reach their full potential. Compensation & Benefits * Salary: $62,279 - $77,455 annually, based on education level. * DOE-designated holidays and paid time off. * Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. * Professional growth and development opportunities. * Meaningful work that directly impacts children, families, and communities. Position Summary Fort George Community Services is seeking a passionate UPK Teacher to lead a classroom of 3-year-old children in partnership with an Assistant Teacher. This role is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment that promotes school readiness, social-emotional development, and family engagement for up to 15 children. Key Responsibilities * Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, child-centered curriculum and learning experiences. * Foster children's growth in literacy, language, numeracy, social-emotional, and problem-solving skills. * Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports children of all abilities. * Observe, assess, and document children's progress using Teaching Strategies GOLD and other required tools. * Develop individualized learning goals and lesson plans. * Build strong partnerships with families through ongoing communication, conferences, and engagement activities. * Maintain a safe, healthy, and organized classroom aligned with DOE, Head Start, and licensing requirements. * Collaborate with education staff, specialists, and families to support children's developmental needs. * Supervise children during classroom activities, meals, outdoor play, and field trips. * Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development activities. Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree required; currently enrolled in or pursuing a Master's Degree. * New York State Teacher Certification (Birth-Grade 2) required. * Must meet New York City Health Code Article 47.13 requirements. * Basic computer proficiency, including email, Microsoft Word, and internet navigation. * Ability to lift and assist children weighing up to 40 pounds when necessary. Fort George Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and healthy workplace where all employees can thrive. Growing futures. Strengthening families. Changing communities

Responsibilities

Lead a classroom of 3-year-old children to promote school readiness and social-emotional development. Responsibilities include implementing child-centered curricula, documenting progress via Teaching Strategies GOLD, and building strong partnerships with families.