• Work in classroom with 2 Associate Teachers and 12 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 2-3 years old.

Preferred Qualification

• Masters 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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