Community Action Organization of Western New York

15 - Teacher I

Community Action Organization of Western New York

Buffalo, New York, USPosted Aug 4, 2026

Job description

** Job Title: Teacher I **

** Division: Head Start **

** Department: Early Childhood **

** Location: Varies **

** Supervisor: Principal **

** Salary Range: $16/hourly **

** FLSA Status: Non-exempt **

** Work Status: Full Time **

** EEOC Job Classification: Teacher **

** Last Revision Date: May 2025 **

** JOB SUMMARY **

This position works collaboratively with other teachers, family members, and staff to create a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children. Provide emotional support to children while encouraging child expression. Ability to use strategies for behavior management.

** RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES **

** Primary Responsibilities: **

  • Supervise and monitor children at all times.

  • Establish a safe and stimulating learning environment.

  • Assist in the preparation of classroom setup including equipment and materials for classroom work.

  • Maintains a clean and organized classroom.

  • Manage transitions between activities.

  • Greet children and parents upon arrival and escorts children to and from the bus.

  • Involved in mealtime with the children, assist with the serving of meals, nutrition supplements, and clean up.

  • Encourage parental involvement in classroom activities and program events.

  • Work closely and directly under the direction of Teacher III or IV with tasks and carrying out the educational program.

  • Perform related work as required by the agency in providing services to children and families.

  • In Early Head Start, act as Substitute for education staff during breaks, lunches, planning sessions, and absences.

** Secondary Responsibilities: **

  • Satisfactory completion of mandatory trainings.

  • Additional duties as assigned.