Fort George Community Services | Washington Heights & Bronx, NY
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Job Title: Teacher UPK
Fort George Community Services | Washington Heights & Bronx, NY
Make a Lasting Impact
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
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Salary: $62,279 - $77,455 annually, based on education level.
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DOE-designated holidays and paid time off.
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Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
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Professional growth and development opportunities.
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Meaningful work that directly impacts children, families, and communities.
About this Opportunity
Fort George Community Services is seeking a passionate Teacher UPK to lead a classroom of 3-year-old children in partnership with an Assistant Teacher. The Teacher UPK 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.
What You'll Do
The Teacher UPK will:
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Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, child-centered curriculum and learning experiences.
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Foster children's growth in literacy, language, numeracy, social-emotional, and problem-solving skills.
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Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports children of all abilities.
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Observe, assess, and document children's progress using Teaching Strategies GOLD and other required tools.
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Develop individualized learning goals and lesson plans.
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Build strong partnerships with families through ongoing communication, conferences, and engagement activities.
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Maintain a safe, healthy, and organized classroom aligned with DOE, Head Start, and licensing requirements.
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Collaborate with education staff, specialists, and families to support children's developmental needs.
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Supervise children during classroom activities, meals, outdoor play, and field trips.
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Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development activities.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's Degree required; currently enrolled in or pursuing a Master's Degree.
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New York State Teacher Certification (Birth-Grade 2) required.
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Must meet New York City Health Code Article 47.13 requirements.
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Basic computer proficiency, including email, Microsoft Word, and internet navigation.
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Ability to lift and assist children weighing up to 40 pounds when necessary.
Note: Fingerprints and background checks are MANDATORY
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
