Group Teacher ( Uncertified)

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.

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. 

• 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.

• 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.