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Green Gardens Childcare is seeking 4 experienced, responsible and organized educators who have NYS certification in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education. Retired applicants are welcome to apply.

We’re Hiring – Certified Early Childhood Teacher (Temporary Role for Licensing Process) Location: Upper East Side, Manhattan A new bilingual preschool on the Upper East Side of Manhattan is preparing to open and is currently in the licensing process. We are seeking a Certified Early Childhood Teacher to assist with this process by meeting the required credentials for license approval. 👉 This is a short-term, paid engagement specifically for the purpose of licensing. 👉 Full-time employment may follow upon the school’s opening, but is not required at this stage. Required Qualifications: • Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education • Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience with young children • Valid NY State Early Childhood Certification • Food Protection Certificate (required) • Valid F-07 and S-95 Fire Department Certificates • CPR and First Aid Certification • EpiPen Administration Certificate Compensation: Paid separately for this licensing stage

Location: NYC-based (approximately 90% in-person, 10% remote). Must be able to travel between program sites which are primarily in the Bronx with some additional sites in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens. Compensation: $25–$28/hour (non-exempt, hourly) Commitment: We are seeking someone who can commit to the full 2024–2025 school year (August/September 2025 through June 2026) at a minimum. Hours: ~15 hours/week in summer ~30 hours/week during the school year (excluding school closures and breaks) Position Overview SNACC is seeking a dynamic, youth-focused educator with a passion for food, wellness, and community to join our team as a Food Educator & Youth Wellness Instructor. This is not a culinary role—we're looking for someone who loves food, enjoys working with students, and brings high energy, creativity, and flexibility to educational settings. The ideal candidate has a background in education, experience working directly with youth (grades K–12), and a genuine enthusiasm for food, cooking, health, and community well-being. Light cooking and food prep skills are helpful, and while a background in hospitality is a plus, it’s not required. Key Responsibilities In-School Programming (In-Person): - Lead fun, hands-on food and wellness lessons multiple times per week in NYC public schools - Deliver SNACC’s food education curriculum aligned with DOE standards and youth development practices. - Create a warm, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment. - Procure, prep and transport materials/groceries for lessons (costs covered by SNACC). - Collaborate with school staff and SNACC leadership to tailor programming to student needs. Other Duties: - Attend periodic training and team check-ins with SNACC staff to review program progress and needs. - Inventory management, expense reporting - Support documentation, reflection, and continuous program improvement. - Complete background check and adhere to SNACC’s youth safety policies. Who You Are - Educator-first: You have experience teaching or facilitating youth programs (in schools, after-school, camps, etc.). - Youth-focused: You know how to connect with young people across age ranges (K–12) and build trust and enthusiasm. - Food & wellness enthusiast: You believe in the power of food as a tool for community-building, confidence, and health. Enjoy light cooking & food preparation. - Flexible & dependable: You can adapt to shifting schedules and environments, and you communicate clearly and proactively. - Organized & responsible: You can manage materials, time, and logistics with care and attention to detail. Preferred Qualifications - Background in education, public health, social work, or youth programming - Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred - NYC-based and able to travel to school sites - Able to transport groceries, food supplies, or light equipment (up to 30 lbs) - Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills - Passionate about equity, food justice, and youth empowerment - Able to work independently and collaboratively with a small, mission-driven team - Willingness to complete CPR, Food Safety, and other certifications as required (costs covered by SNACC) What You’ll Gain As a SNACC Food Educator, you’ll be at the forefront of helping young people and their families build healthy habits, confidence, and connections through joyful food education. You’ll contribute to a mission-driven organization making a real impact in NYC communities.

Job Overview We are hiring a Head Preschool Teacher for our Manhattan program, located at 345 W 42nd St. Under the supervision of the Education Director, the Head Teacher will be responsible for working within the framework of Star A Kidz to nurture, care for, and teach the children in their assigned class. The Head Teacher will be expected to carry out and uphold Star A Kidz’ educational philosophy, policies, and procedures. Key Responsibilities: The Head Teacher’s main role is to plan and execute a classroom program that takes into account the educational, social-emotional, physical, and health needs of all children. The Head Teacher may be asked to lift and/or carry children as needed. The Head Teacher must be physically fit to the extent they are able to actively participate in age-appropriate activities with the class. Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: - Develop a program of developmentally appropriate practices including an age-appropriate schedule and learning activities - Plan and implement developmentally appropriate and Star A Kidz Curriculum-aligned lesson plans - Uphold Star A Kidz' philosophy and all policies regarding children’s health & safety, nutrition, behavior management, assessment and progress monitoring, parent communication, and education, as stated in the Parent Handbook, Policy Guide, and Employee Handbook - Adhere to and understand Star A Kidz’ standards for maintaining a high quality childcare setting for families - Communicate effectively and professionally with Assistant Teacher - Determine division of responsibilities throughout the day between self and Assistant Teacher, e.g. setting/clearing up meals, preparing materials for activities, Procare documentation and updates, toileting/diapering - Respect and maintain the confidential nature of all information regarding parents, children, and staff - Support children to complete all activities throughout the day including but not limited to: Transitions, Meals, Learning activities, Toileting/diapering, Independent play, Enrichment activities - Bring to the attention of the Director any difficulties concerning staff or children - Maintain constant, active supervision of children and ensure proper staff-to-child ratios are maintained at all times - Lead age-appropriate learning activities daily, e.g. Circle Time, Literacy, Math - Prepare materials for activities as needed - Work with the Director concerning children with special needs Parent Relations - Communicate promptly with parents regarding any concerns they bring to your attention, or that you would like to bring to their attention - Communicate your strategy for communication with parents to your Assistant Teacher so messaging is consistent - Communicate with families appropriately and respectfully at all times - Foster positive parent relationships through respecting the confidential nature of all information regarding parents and children - Lead parent-teacher meetings twice a year Evaluation - Assume responsibility for discussing their professional performance objectively at regularly scheduled supervisor conferences with the Director, using these conferences as a source of information and professional guidance - Participate in evaluating the effectiveness of your Assistant Teacher Training/Meetings - Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and workshops - Complete all independent trainings and tasks in a timely manner - Attend scheduled planning meetings with your Assistant Teacher and/or Director Qualifications: Required: Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field AND NYS Teacher Certification in Early Childhood Education OR More than 2 years of experience in early childhood education What We Offer: - A collaborative and supportive work environment. - Opportunities for professional growth and development. - Competitive salary and benefits package. - The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families. If you meet the qualifications and are excited about joining a team dedicated to shaping the future of young learners, we’d love to hear from you! Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply today! Join us in making a difference in early childhood education. We look forward to welcoming you to our team! Position Details: Pay: $20-25 Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) match; Dental insurance; Vision insurance; Tuition reimbursement; Professional development opportunities Schedule: Monday-Friday; 9am-6pm Work Location: In person

Job Overview We are hiring an Assistant Teacher for our Manhattan program, located at 345 W 42nd St. Under the supervision of the Head Teacher and Education Director, the Assistant Teacher will be responsible for working within the framework of Star A Kidz to nurture and care for the children in their assigned class. The Assistant Teacher will be expected to carry out and uphold Star A Kidz’ educational philosophy, policies, and procedures. Key Responsibilities: The Assistant Teacher’s main role is to support the Head Teacher in the planning and execution of a classroom program that takes into account the educational, social-emotional, physical, and mental health and safety needs of all children. The Assistant Teacher may be asked to lift and/or carry children as needed. The Assistant Teacher must be physically fit to the extent they are able to actively participate in age-appropriate activities with the class. Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: - Provide Head Teacher with any needed or requested support to ensure a safe and well-run classroom environment at all times - Assist in developing a program of developmentally appropriate practices including an age-appropriate schedule and learning activities - Uphold Star A Kidz' philosophy and all policies regarding children’s health & safety, nutrition, behavior management, assessment and progress monitoring, parent communication, and education, as stated in the Parent Handbook and Policy Guide, and in the Employee Handbook - Adhere to and understand Star A Kidz’ standards for maintaining a high quality childcare setting for children and families - Actively support the Head Teacher with implementing the Star A Kidz curriculum - Respect and maintain the confidential nature of all information regarding parents, children, and staff - Support children to complete all activities throughout the day including but not limited to: Transitions, Meals, Learning activities, Toileting/diapering, Independent play, Enrichment activities - Support children during, and participate in, an active outdoor time daily - Bring to the attention of the Head Teacher and/or Director any difficulties concerning staff or children - Maintain constant, active supervision of children and ensure proper staff-to-child ratios are maintained at all times - Support and actively participate in learning activities, e.g. Circle Time - Prepare materials for activities as needed - Communicate effectively with Head Teacher throughout the day - Clean the classroom after meals and at the end of the day, in addition to as-needed moments throughout the day - Work with the Head Teacher and Director concerning children with special needs - You may be asked to take on or share additional responsibilities with your Head Teacher as circumstances change Parent Relations - Communicate promptly with the Head Teacher regarding any concerns brought to your attention by parents, or that you would like to bring to parents’ attention - Ensure you and the Head Teacher are always on the same page regarding any communication with parents - Communicate with families appropriately and respectfully at all times - Foster positive parent relationships through respecting the confidential nature of all information regarding parents and children Evaluation - Assume responsibility for discussing his/her professional performance objectively at regularly scheduled supervisor conferences with the Director, using these conferences as a source of information and professional guidance Training/Meetings - Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and workshops - Complete all independent trainings and tasks in a timely manner - Attend scheduled planning meetings with your Head Teacher and/or Director Qualifications : Required: High school diploma or equivalent Preferred: Experience in early childhood education What We Offer: - A collaborative and supportive work environment. - Opportunities for professional growth and development. - Competitive salary and benefits package. - The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families. If you meet the qualifications and are excited about joining a team dedicated to shaping the future of young learners, we’d love to hear from you! Join us in making a difference in early childhood education. We look forward to welcoming you to our team! Position Details: Pay: $17-20/hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: Paid time off Schedule: 8 hour shift, Mon-Fri; 9am-6pm Work Location: In person

Toddler Teacher: Seeking an experienced lead toddler teacher. Must have minimum 2 years of experience working with children ages 1-2 year olds in a daycare center setting. Associate's or Bachelor's degree is a plus. Concentration in early childhood education preferred. Full time position. Paid time vacation. Lot of growth opportunities within company based on work performance.