Early Childhood - Associate Teacher

Early Childhood Associate TeacherGreen Trees is the early childhood division within Isidore Newman School. The school offers full-day and half-day programs for children ages six weeks to four-years-old from August through May, with summer camp options available in June and July. At Green Trees, children are educated through developmentally appropriate experiences that honor and support growth across five interconnected learning domains: social-emotional, physical, cognitive, language, and self-help skills.Founded in 1903, Newman has a rich history in the heart of New Orleans, just blocks from historic St. Charles Avenue, Audubon Park, and the vibrant music culture that makes our city one-of-a-kind. Our community includes approximately 1,250 students and 250 employees from Green Trees to 12th grade. There is a spirit of camaraderie and collegiality among faculty and staff. Teachers are innovative, scholarly, collaborative, and deeply committed to students' intellectual, social, emotional and character development. Our Five Guiding Principles guide everything we do at Newman.Essential qualifications:Bachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood, Elementary Education or related field (Educational Psychology or Family Studies)2+ years teaching experience in a highly rated early childhood education programA reflective practice, committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learningCultural competency demonstrating respect for diversity of identities and experiences and an orientation toward equity and inclusionAbility to facilitate learning and maintain a developmentally appropriate and cognitively engaging classroom environmentCommitment to learn and use technology for teamwork and communicating with colleagues and familiesCertification and documentation that meets and maintains any and all federal, state and local requirements to work in an educational childcare settingProfessional Responsibilities:Conduct self in a professional manner as a representative of Green Trees and NewmanMaintain a safe environment and adhere to state licensing guidelinesAdhere to the expectations and routines of daily life at Green TreesAttend and actively participate in school-wide and divisional meetingsEngage in a variety of professional development opportunities both required and self-initiatedClassroom Responsibilities:Ensure that children are safe, well cared for, and supported in their growthEngage and be fully present with children throughout the dayWork with the Mentor teacher to design and facilitate an enriching classroom environment that is age appropriate, inclusive, beautiful, inspiring, and reflects the work of the childSupport with establishing and leading a flow of the day embedded with routines and rituals that build classroom community throughout the school day and extended careReflect on written observations and documentation to collaboratively plan an intentional and meaningful classroom curriculum centered around the interests and developmental needs of the classAssist with conducting formal and informal assessments to inform curriculum planning, student support, narratives, conferences and family communicationsEstablish and maintain strong relationships with families in order to enrich the learning and development of their childrenAssociate Responsibilities:Learn and use best practices that exemplify the philosophy of Green TreesMaintain respectful and productive relationships with teammates by utilizing clear and effective communicationSet goals and reflect on process with the support of the Mentor teacherCreate and maintain a portfolio of learning and work throughout the yearAssume responsibilities of Mentor Teacher in their absence when necessaryCommunity Engagement (primarily outside of the classroom):Create opportunities for learning by seeking out and utilizing partnerships with families and resources from community at largeCollaborate with colleagues to support one another, spur new ideas, and foster experiencesLean into civil discourse by engaging in dialogue that demonstrates awareness of intent and impactInterested applicants should submit a cover letter, updated resume, educational philosophy statement, and names of three professional references.