IRONBOUND COMMUNITY CORPORATION
Job Description Form
Program Name: Early Learning Center
Job Location: 1 New York Avenue
Job Title: Teacher
Reports to: Grace Blanco Title: Early Learning Center Director
Hours: FLSA Status Type of position: Other comments:
☒ Exempt ☒ Full-time ☐ Consultant/Contractor
☐ Nonexempt ☐ Part-time ☐ Intern
JOB DUTIES
The Ironbound Community Corporation (ICC) is a 50-year nonprofit organization whose mission is to engage and empower individuals, families and groups in realizing their aspirations and, together, work to create a just, vibrant and sustainable community. ICC strives to address the needs of our diverse, multi-lingual, multi-cultural community. Today,
ICC serves more than 1,000 children and families every day with a wide range of programs and services. ICC also strengthens communities through advocacy, neighborhood organizing, and community development initiatives.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
● Understand and apply theories of child growth, development and learning in the planning of developmentally appropriate experiences for children
● Familiar with Teaching Strategies GOLD assessment and understand the implementation of the assessment process for children in the program, and apply finds to differentiate instruction
● Familiar with Creative Curriculum
● Plan and implement curriculum to ensure developmentally appropriate activities that nurture the whole child, based on individual need and abilities
● Enhance problem solving, skill development and integrated content knowledge in math, social studies, science, the arts, and other domains of learning
● Implement methods for enhancing language development in the home language, as well as English
● Promote social competence and healthy emotional development by talking to children at eye-level using a soft tone of voice
● Apply positive guidance techniques towards discipline
● Recognize the importance of play in children’s growth and development, and understand that children develop skills and abilities through this natural medium of play
● Meet each child’s needs while carrying out daily routines
● Design the learning environment and keep it clean and organized
● Maintain individual and classroom portfolios by filing work samples and other materials and entries as directed
● Maintain confidentiality for individual children and families
● Respect diversity, appreciate the culture of each child, and establish partnerships with family members actively and meaningfully
● Establish effective oral and written communication with families and share information
● Recognize subtle signs of physical, emotional and sexual abuse and neglect, and report suspected cases
● Model collaborative behavior and teamwork and follows NAEYC code of conduct
● Ensures that hygiene habits are implemented and maintained such as wash hands, clean table, disinfecting etc.
● Supervise children at sight and sound at all times
● Attend appropriate activities such as staff meetings, and participate in recommended training programs, conferences, courses, and other aspects of professional growth
● Prepare and submit lesson plans, reports, inventories, educational material lists and other required paperwork on time
● Performance according to NAEYC, District and Head Start standards
● Maintain good attendance and punctuality
● Maintain the highest standards of personal cleanliness, and present a neat and professional appearance at all times
● Maintain a professional attitude and loyalty to the Organization at all times
● Follow instructions as given by the director
JOB SPECIFICATIONS OR QUALIFICATIONS, SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS
● Must hold a Certificate of Eligibility or a P-3 certification
● Must have state CARI check and fingerprint completed
● Ability to relate, with sensitivity, to parents/guardians and preschool children
● Willing to become certified in first aid and CPR
Core Values
ICC is animated by a core group of values, including mutual respect, empathy, fairness and transparency, commitment to excellence, and accountability.
Mutual Respect: We accept the importance of each person’s rights, customs and wishes. We are courteous and supportive in all of our interactions with clients and colleagues. Examples of this value in action are:
● Respect diversity, appreciate the culture of each child, and establish partnerships with family members actively and meaningfully
● Maintain confidentiality for individual children and families
● Model collaborative behavior and teamwork and follows NAEYC code of conduct
Empathy: We strive to understand what others are experiencing and feeling by trying to see things from their perspectives. We are willing to give our time and energy to the community and are constantly searching for ways to improve the lives of those we serve. Examples of this value in action are:
● Promote social competence and healthy emotional development by talking to children at eye-level using a soft tone of voice
● Recognize the importance of play in children’s growth and development, and understand that children develop skills and abilities through this natural medium of play
● Establish effective oral and written communication with families and share information
Fairness and Transparency: We are committed to authentic, two-way communication, willing to listen without judgment and, with respect, express our point of view. We cherish diversity and inclusiveness, embracing the community with its input and feedback. Examples of this value in action are:
● Apply positive guidance techniques towards discipline
● Maintain a professional attitude and loyalty to the Organization at all times
● Meet each child’s needs while carrying out daily routines
Commitment to Excellence: We provide the highest quality service possible, earning trust and exceeding expectations. We continuously learn from experience. We approach challenges with creativity and flexibility. Examples of this value in action are:
● Understand and apply theories of child growth, development and learning in the planning of developmentally appropriate experiences for children
● Plan and implement curriculum to ensure developmentally appropriate activities that nurture the whole child, based on individual need and abilities
● Enhance problem solving, skill development and integrated content knowledge in math, social studies, science, the arts, and other domains of learning
Accountability: We are responsible for the quality and outcomes of the programs we provide, for explaining why deviations from reasonable expectations may have occurred, and for responding responsibly at all times, especially when errors in behavior or judgment have happened. Examples of this value in action are:
● Familiar with Teaching Strategies GOLD assessment and understand the implementation of the assessment process for children in the program, and apply finds to differentiate instruction
● Supervise children at sight and sound at all times
● Maintain good attendance and punctuality
Salary range is $62,000 to 90,000 commensurate with credentials and years of experience.
ICC offers a competitive compensation package including health benefits, generous time off policy, and 403(b) plan.
ICC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to further building and maintaining a staff that reflects the full range and diversity of our community. We are looking for a diverse applicant pool and strongly encourage women of color, persons with disabilities, immigrants, members of the LGBTQ community, and people from low-income and working class backgrounds to apply.
If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to ELCHiring@ironboundcc.org with the subject line
“Teacher”
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $62,000.00 - $92,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
Work Location: In person