Hollingworth Preschool Assistant Teacher

Job no: 513473 Position type: Staff Location: New York Categories: Onsite, Early Childhood Education

Posting Summary:

The Hollingworth Preschool at Teachers College, Columbia University is seeking an Assistant Preschool Teacher to join our faculty. The incumbent will demonstrate a desire to learn pedagogical methodology in the early childhood classroom, a capacity for nurturing the growth and development of preschool children, and a willingness to carry out the mission of the Hollingworth Preschool. The Assistant Teacher will work under the direction of the preschool director and collaboratively with all preschool staff.

Job Summary/Basic Function:

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Curriculum

Support the creation of and implementation of an inclusive, caring, respectful, positive classroom community on campus for preschool children on a daily basis Support the children's participation in all classroom activities at an individualized, developmentally appropriate level Support the creation of curriculum design and learning experiences to ensure the development of each child's potential Support and/or lead lessons, small group investigations, and participate at school-wide special events Provide classroom coverage for the Head Teacher by leading and facilitating the classroom itinerary and supervising the children

Early Childhood Documentation

Document each child through daily class observations; keep anecdotal records Upload photos to each child's photo account and support the head teachers with maintaining children's Brightwheel accounts Participate in child study meetings Continuously scaffold each child to ensure ongoing growth Participate with the children during every component of the day

Professional Learning

Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings, planning meetings, and professional learning sessions Participate in cycles of inquiry, book clubs, and asynchronous reflections throughout the school year

Classroom Care

Assist in maintaining a clean and organized classroom environment Support the organization, storage, and cleaning of materials Contribute to organizing and maintaining the library Help ensure the teacher work area is tidy and well-organized.

Other Responsibilities as Assigned

About Hollingworth Preschool Hollingworth Preschool is a program of The Hollingworth Center with the Department of Curriculum and Teaching at TC. Hollingworth Preschool is rooted in the ethos of Teachers College and grounded in the theories of John Dewey and Maxine Greene. As such, the preschool honors the capacity of each child, facilitates immersive learning as students create meaning, engenders social imagination, nurtures aesthetics, and is rooted in principles of social justice.

Early Childhood Educators at Hollingworth Preschool are committed to the following practices:

Anti-bias pedagogy Culturally responsive and inclusive practices Social and emotional learning Exemplary professional decorum Collaborative and respectful work Lifelong learning and reflective practice

Minimum Qualifications:

MA in progress in early childhood, child development, or a related area at Teachers College Experience with young children in a formal or informal setting or as a caregiver in a home Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting Ability to adhere to the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism Ability to attend to all responsibilities with respect, initiative, attention to detail, organization, and independent follow through

Preferred Qualifications:

Bilingual English and Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, or Ukrainian

Selection Criteria:

Ability to start August 15, 2025 and continue through June 12, 2026 Interest in potentially working through the 2026 - 2027 school year Availability to work 27 hours per week between 8:30am - 3:15pm. Schedule to be determined Ability to comply with the Teachers College Minors on Campus Policies as well as New York City Bureau of Child Care requirements including all mandatory trainings Must have complete immunization record according to the NYC DOH Requirements

Salary Range:

$22.50 - $22.50

Work Modality:

Onsite

Equal Employment Opportunity

Teachers College is committed to fostering an inclusive academic community and to providing equal opportunity in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.

If you would like to discuss any disability-related accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, or a similar law, related to applying for employment at Teachers College, Columbia University, please email the Office of Access and Services for Individuals with Disabilities: oasid@tc.columbia.edu

Advertised: Jun 16, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Aug 15, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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