Description
University Settlement is one of New York City's most dynamic social justice institutions, with an impressive legacy as the first settlement house in the nation.
For over 135 years, University Settlement has been an anchor in the low-income and immigrant communities where we work, offering pioneering programs in early childhood care and education, youth development, eviction prevention, literacy, theater and visual arts, older adults services, and mental health.
Each year, we engage over 40,000 New Yorkers through our network of 30 sites in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Our mission is to empower residents by building on their strengths through comprehensive, quality services that meet the current needs of the community;
innovation that anticipates future needs; and advocacy to bring justice to the community as a whole.
We work with New Yorkers of all ages. We infuse a commitment to civic engagement, equity, and communal action into each of our programs, which include early childhood education, mental health and wellness, benefits assistance and eviction prevention, adult literacy and education, healthy aging, community, and recreation centers, performing and visual arts, and youth development.
Responsibilities :
- Under the guidance of the Teacher, plan, and complete assignments in support of daily classroom program and activities
- Assist Lead Teacher in writing the daily and weekly lesson plans
- Ensure a proper level of availability and maintain classroom equipment and supplies
- Participate in recruiting parent volunteers and provide support to volunteers working in the classroom
- Provide assistance in writing required reports and completing various forms
- Attend home visits at least twice per year for each family
- Assist with ordering supplies and materials
- Attend and participate in staff and parent meetings and in training and development sessions.
- Perform other related duties as required by supervisor
Qualifications :
- High School Diploma or HSE required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Certified Teacher Assistant or CDA
- Experience working with children
- Bilingual English / Spanish
Work Schedules : Full time, Monday - Friday, 35 hours a week
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community. We support a broadly diverse team who will contribute to our organization.
We are an equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race, color, citizenship, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran or reservist status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.