Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY). The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries. We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY. Primary Location: KINGSBOROUGH C. C. Bargaining Unit: No A floater teacher's aide role can give many important benefits to help with the daily functions of the classrooms and the Child Development Center. It improves classroom support by providing greater individual attention to students, particularly those who may require extra assistance or changes. The floater can help with classroom behavior management, small-group lessons, and ensuring that all students stay on target, which enhances overall learning outcomes. It also benefits the lead teachers by lowering their workload and allowing them to focus more on instruction, while the aide handles preparation and student support. This extra flexibility has the potential to improve the effectiveness and balance of the learning environment. Responsibilities will include but will not be limited to the following: Flexibility in Roles: Being willing to step into various roles as needed, whether in the classroom, outdoor play, or during transitions Supervising Children: Ensuring the safety and well-being of children in various classrooms or play areas Assist in providing children with their environment of acceptance which will help each child build ethnic pride develop a positive self-concept, enhance their individual strengths and develop positive social relationships Assisting with Activities: Supporting lead teachers by helping to facilitate educational activities, crafts, and games Behavior Management: Helping manage children's behavior and providing guidance in social interactions Supporting Individual Needs: Working one-on-one with children who may need additional support, including those with special needs Maintaining Cleanliness: Assisting in keeping the environment clean and organized, including toys and learning materials Collaborating with Staff: Communicating effectively with teachers and other staff members to ensure consistency in care and education Monitoring Development: Observing and noting children's developmental progress and reporting any concerns to lead teachers Support Director and teachers in the general implementation of policies and procedures of the Child Development Center Engaging with Parents: Occasionally interacting with parents during drop-off and pick-up, providing brief updates on their child's day Encourage parent involvement in all aspects of the program Assist in aspects of the administrative component of the center i.e. parent meetings, registration fundraising, inventory control, public relations etc Participating in Training: Attending training sessions and professional development workshops to enhance skills in early childhood education. Attend all staff meetings and participate in recommended training program conferences courses and other aspects of professional growth Meal Prep: Coordinate mealtimes including setup, meal preparation, serving, and clean up Health and Safety: Follow all emergency medical or accident procedures Participate in monthly fire drill Maintain current CPR certification Assure general maintenance and security of facility which includes ensuring that equipment and materials are in good working order and are sanitized on a regular basis Assume an equal share of the joint housekeeping responsibilities of the staff Maintain confidentiality at all times Other duties as assigned Qualifications: All Staff are required to be fingerprinted by the Department of Education High School diploma required Experience working with children ages two to five years old Pay Range: Minimum - Maximum: $18.00/hour RFCUNY Benefits RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is a nonprofit educational corporation founded in 1963 to provide post-award fiscal and administrative support for CUNY’s research and sponsored programs. RFCUNY’s services allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries, on projects and programs that serve our local and global communities, proposing concrete solutions to society’s most pressing challenges. RFCUNY serves as a fiscal agent and works closely with all the CUNY campus Grants Offices to perform the core functions of post-award financial management for CUNY research projects and sponsored programs. These functions include legal assessment and signing of agreements where RFCUNY is named as a fiscal agent; setting up award accounts; preparing sub-awards and assisting PIs in monitoring the work of the recipients of sub-awards; supporting project directors with hiring and managing research project and sponsored program staff; supporting the purchasing and paying for goods and services with grant and program funds; managing financial aspects of projects including accounts receivable, financial reporting, invoicing, budget monitoring, and cost compliance with uniform guidance; ensuring that sponsor financial requirements are met; monitoring compliance with applicable project and financial management rules and laws; supporting the management of independent and external audits and financial reviews; and providing data, information, management expertise, and other supports to CUNY’s research and sponsored programs.

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