- Work in classroom with 2 Associate Teachers and 8 students and possibly college or graduate student teachers
- Supervise associate teachers, student teachers and college student assistants
- Facilitate developmentally appropriate experiences and care-giving
- Support pedagogical plan for play based learning
- Articulate developmental based philosophy and play-based curriculum
- Support maintenance of partnership with parents via newsletters, meetings and conversations as needed
- Prepare presentations for classroom parent meetings and lead in production of student reports
- Co-lead parent-teacher conferences
- Attend monthly staff development
Minimum Qualifications
- BA degree in Early Childhood Education, with an Initial License and the following NYS Teacher Certification tests must be in progress: AlST, EAS, CST, and edTPA.
- Must meet DOI fingerprinting and all relevant clearances
- Candidates submit cover letter and resume
- Experience working with young children between the age of 0-1 year old.
Preferred Qualification
- Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, permanent certification in birth- 2nd grade
- Background in the arts, whether visual, musical or dance
- Ability to speak a language other than English
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
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