• Preschool Assistant Teacher: Head Start…

    Opportunities for Otsego, Inc. (Cooperstown, NY)


    Preschool Assistant Teacher: Head Start (Cooperstown) Head Start (https://ofoinc.org/find-program/home-based-and-preschool-programs) is seeking an energetic team player to be a part of its preschool teaching team. Assistant Teachers promote family well-being and prepare children for kindergarten and life beyond school by:

     

    + Supporting the lead classroom teacher in developing, organizing, and implementing daily lesson plans, classroom activities, field trips, and special events

    + Guiding children during mealtime, circle time, open play, and classroom transitions

    + Conducting health, developmental and educational screenings and assessments

    + Encouraging parents to be active participants in their child’s education

     

    This position has school breaks and summers off. Qualifications:

     

    High School Diploma or GED/HSED and current preschool CDA, or Associate’s degree; one year experience working with pre-school children; valid, unrestricted New York State driver’s license preferred.

    Pay Range Guide:

    + Standard Start Rate - education and experience meet job requirements

    + Advanced Start Rate - education and experience exceed job requirements (subject to approval)