MISSION STATEMENT Are you ready to give back to the community while pursuing your passion? For over 50 years, Acacia Network and its affiliates have been committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond. We are one of the leading human services organizations in New York City and the largest Hispanic-led nonprofit in the State, serving over 150,000 individuals every year. Our programs serve individuals at every age and developmental level, from the very young through our daycare programs to mature adults through our older adults centers. Our extensive array of community-based services are fully integrated, bilingual and culturally competent. POSITION OVERVIEW As part of the education team, under the general direction of the Education Coordinator, with support from the Teacher, assists a given group of children. May be responsible for conducting circle, doing lesson plan and generally assuming the teacher’s responsibility in the teacher’s absence. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS To share responsibility for keeping equipment and material accessible and in good condition in order to encourage maximum constructive use by the children. To share responsibility for removing or reporting any damaged or hazardous equipment to the Child Education Coordinator or other designated person so that necessary action may be taken. To share responsibility for planning and supervising an appropriate arrangement of classroom equipment and furniture designated to promote optimal program functioning To assist in the overall planning for the best use of shared space in relation to the total center program To assist the Assistant teacher in planning the use of community resources to enrich the educational content of the children’s program To share with classroom associates their mutual knowledge and understanding of the Head Start. program and the sponsoring agency of which the center is a part. To promote his or her own professional growth of development through participation in regularly scheduled individual conferences, classroom group conferences, staff meeting and early Childhood Training. To share with other classroom personnel the performance of routine chores related to all areas of the program/ To participate, wherever feasible, in related training opportunities as these become available. To participate in objective discussions with the teacher and aide about classroom activities. To adhere to the approved plan by which information concerning the children and program can be shared with the parents. To attend and participating in parenting education groups and training when required. To respect the confidential nature of all information about parents and children. To maintain Good working Relations and Objective Attitudes with Other Center Personnel. To assist with trips walking through the neighborhood or community bus trips. To assist with Fire Drill, ensuring the children are escorted down the stairs and back to classroom in an orderly fashion. To provide classroom assistance with various age groups, assisting with those children that are not potty -trained. REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or GED required CDA/AA preferred WHY JOIN US? Acacia Network provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off, including vacation days and paid holidays, to support a healthy work-life balance. We prioritize the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.