Preschool Teacher
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Huguenot Street Cooperative Nursery School is seeking a permanent lead teacher responsible for children 3 and 4 years of age. Children attend half-day programs (9 -
12:00pm M-F) five days a week. This is a part-time position beginning the end of August of
2022, with classes starting in September 2022 and running through June.
BACKGROUND:
The Huguenot Street Cooperative Nursery School is a non-profit, non-sectarian school for children ages two through five. Founded in 1958, HSCNS is located in the historical Huguenot
Village in New Paltz, New York in the Hudson Valley. The nursery school is a cooperative school in which the parents share in the responsibilities of ownership by contributing time, knowledge, and experience to the program and by helping the nursery meet its expenses through a tuition fee.
A 13-member Board of Trustees composed of parents and members of the community direct the school.
The goal of our program is the enrichment of each child’s preschool experience through the development of self-expression and motor skills, and through the encouragement of good habits like sharing, listening, and cooperating with others. Our program is play-based, with integrated exploration of literature, song and activities. Structured and open play indoors and outside, combined with frequent seasonal celebrations and field trips together create a warm and nurturing experience for the children.
As a cooperative nursery, the school is committed to the concept that by actively participating in the classroom, the parent experiences the mental, social and emotional development of his or her child and that this mutual experience contributes significantly to the growth of the child, of their own family life, and of the school. Our two lead teachers are assisted daily by parents and caregivers who serve as a second adult helper in the classroom. Together, the teachers and families offer direction, guidance and lots of love.
HSCNS currently has an opening for the lead teacher in the 4’s and 3/4mix classroom: 2-day program for children 3 and 4 years of age (Tuesday/Thursday); a 3-day program for children 4 years of age
(Monday/ Wednesday/Friday). The lead teacher is responsible for the emotional, intellectual and social growth of their students by developing and executing lesson plans using developmentally appropriate techniques and materials. The teacher is also responsible for documentation, bi-annual student assessments and parent- teacher conferences, ongoing parent communication, overall classroom management, as well as attendance at quarterly teacher support meetings and other school events (Orientation, Open House, Graduation, etc.)
The Ideal Candidate:
loves children and possesses genuine joy and confidence in leading a classroom;
supports and inspires children in developing a wide range of language, early literacy and math, social- emotional, and physical skills;
creates and manages a safe and enriching classroom environment that is developmentally appropriate and fosters individual and collective learning using a broad spectrum of activities and experiences;
respects and values the cooperative model and HSNCS traditions in collaborating with adults, actively partnering with parents and caregivers from diverse backgrounds, colleagues, and members of the community, and;
is willing to commit to the long-term community at HSCNS.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelor's degree is required, preferred in Early Childhood Education or related areas.
Prior classroom experience teaching young children (ages 2-4).
A professional understanding of early childhood development (theory, principles, research and application of techniques)
Excellent social and communication skills.
HSCNS voluntarily endorses the Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment developed by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC): ------------/files/naeyc/file/ positions/PSETH05.pdf
Compensation is commensurate with experience. HSCNS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity among its applicants. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Interested applicants may forward the following materials : Letter of Interest,Resume, and three (3) Professional References.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $16,000.00 per year
The Huguenot Street Cooperative Nursery School is seeking a permanent lead teacher responsible for children 3 and 4 years of age. Children attend half-day programs (9 -
12:00pm M-F) five days a week. This is a part-time position beginning the end of August of
2022, with classes starting in September 2022 and running through June.
BACKGROUND:
The Huguenot Street Cooperative Nursery School is a non-profit, non-sectarian school for children ages two through five. Founded in 1958, HSCNS is located in the historical Huguenot
Village in New Paltz, New York in the Hudson Valley. The nursery school is a cooperative school in which the parents share in the responsibilities of ownership by contributing time, knowledge, and experience to the program and by helping the nursery meet its expenses through a tuition fee.
A 13-member Board of Trustees composed of parents and members of the community direct the school.
The goal of our program is the enrichment of each child’s preschool experience through the development of self-expression and motor skills, and through the encouragement of good habits like sharing, listening, and cooperating with others. Our program is play-based, with integrated exploration of literature, song and activities. Structured and open play indoors and outside, combined with frequent seasonal celebrations and field trips together create a warm and nurturing experience for the children.
As a cooperative nursery, the school is committed to the concept that by actively participating in the classroom, the parent experiences the mental, social and emotional development of his or her child and that this mutual experience contributes significantly to the growth of the child, of their own family life, and of the school. Our two lead teachers are assisted daily by parents and caregivers who serve as a second adult helper in the classroom. Together, the teachers and families offer direction, guidance and lots of love.
HSCNS currently has an opening for the lead teacher in the 4’s and 3/4mix classroom: 2-day program for children 3 and 4 years of age (Tuesday/Thursday); a 3-day program for children 4 years of age
(Monday/ Wednesday/Friday). The lead teacher is responsible for the emotional, intellectual and social growth of their students by developing and executing lesson plans using developmentally appropriate techniques and materials. The teacher is also responsible for documentation, bi-annual student assessments and parent- teacher conferences, ongoing parent communication, overall classroom management, as well as attendance at quarterly teacher support meetings and other school events (Orientation, Open House, Graduation, etc.)
The Ideal Candidate:
loves children and possesses genuine joy and confidence in leading a classroom;
supports and inspires children in developing a wide range of language, early literacy and math, social- emotional, and physical skills;
creates and manages a safe and enriching classroom environment that is developmentally appropriate and fosters individual and collective learning using a broad spectrum of activities and experiences;
respects and values the cooperative model and HSNCS traditions in collaborating with adults, actively partnering with parents and caregivers from diverse backgrounds, colleagues, and members of the community, and;
is willing to commit to the long-term community at HSCNS.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelor's degree is required, preferred in Early Childhood Education or related areas.
Prior classroom experience teaching young children (ages 2-4).
A professional understanding of early childhood development (theory, principles, research and application of techniques)
Excellent social and communication skills.
HSCNS voluntarily endorses the Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment developed by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC): ------------/files/naeyc/file/ positions/PSETH05.pdf
Compensation is commensurate with experience. HSCNS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity among its applicants. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Interested applicants may forward the following materials : Letter of Interest,Resume, and three (3) Professional References.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $16,000.00 per year
