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  • Childcare Assistant
    Childcare Assistant
    10 hours ago
    Full-time
    Jamaica, Queens

    At Aunty Annie’s Group Daycare, we believe in creating a learning environment that revolves around the child. We don’t just watch children; we are a foundational stepping stone. We guide them based on their individual needs, interests, and abilities. We are looking for a dedicated Assistant who is ready to help us maintain a safe, clean, and joyful space where kids can thrive. We want you to LOVE the job and difference you will make with children, not just someone just looking to fill out an application. We are seeking team members, not just employees! • Serious Inquiries Only: We are looking for a committed professional who holds childcare to a high standard., • Background & Fingerprinting: Must be willing and able to undergo a comprehensive NYC DOHMH/OCFS background check and fingerprinting., • Age Versatility: Must be comfortable and experienced in caring for a wide age range, from infants (6 weeks) to school-aged children (12 years)., • Experience: MUST HAVE PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH CHILDREN. Key Responsibilities • Safety & Compassion: Ensure the physical and emotional safety of all children at all times., • Patient Guidance: Maintain a positive, patient demeanor with children, parents, and colleagues, even under pressure., • Daily Operations: Accurately maintain organizational records (attendance logs, food menus)., • Environment Upkeep: Responsible for daily cleaning, light cooking, and serving breakfast and lunch to ensure a hygienic, welcoming space., • Educational Support: Assist in carrying out daily activities and lesson plans designed for well-rounded development.

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  • Lead Teacher
    Lead Teacher
    1 month ago
    $20–$24 hourly
    Full-time
    West Bronx, The Bronx

    Full job description Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Company parties Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Free food & snacks Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Tuition assistance Vision insurance Wellness resources Free uniforms Join the fastest growing Academy of Early Education in the nation where “Happy Happens Here”! At The Learning Experience, our Lead Teachers are ambassadors of happiness, creating meaningful moments that reflect our mission — to make a difference in the lives of children, their families, and the communities we serve. As a Lead Teacher, you’ll set the academic foundation for lifelong learning while inspiring joy, curiosity, and confidence in young minds. Compensation: Core Attributes: Educational Leader: An enthusiasm for early education with the expertise to guide and mentor other educators in their journey. Innate Educator: A passion for early education and a commitment to the developmental needs of children. Passion for Impact: A heart that beats for children's developmental needs and happiness. Growth Mindset: A deep-seated belief in the potential of every child, with the ambition to instill a lifelong love of learning. Role Responsibilities: Classroom Leadership: Plan, prepare, and collaborate to orchestrate a stimulating, welcoming space where children can play, learn, and grow. Curriculum Implementation: Masterfully bring to life our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, adapting your approach to the individual needs of Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children. Safety First: Always prioritize a safe, nurturing environment where children are safeguarded and can thrive. Family Communication: Regularly update parents on their child's progress and milestones, leveraging a mix of mobile apps and in-person discussions. Center Collaboration: Be a team player. Collaborate with center staff and leadership to drive retention, enrollment, and engagement goals. Relationship Builder: Cultivate warm relationships with families and colleagues, fostering an environment where learning and play coexist effortlessly. Qualifications: Educational Background: Must meet state-specific guidelines for the role. High School Diploma/GED required; ECE coursework preferred. Must be at least 18 years of age. Experience: Extended experience in a childcare setting with a history of classroom leadership roles. A deep-rooted passion for early childhood education is essential. State Compliance: Must meet state-specific guidelines for the role. Must meet state and federal requirements including immunizations, employment physicals, and required health and safety training. Caregiving Skills: Proven judgment to identify and address potential risks in a childcare setting. Ensure children are safe and their daily needs are met, including diapering, dressing, grooming, and feeding. Model and encourage strong communication and conflict-resolution skills. Keep children active, engaged, and involved in developmentally appropriate activities. Exhibit composure, patience, and professionalism at all times. Physical Resilience: Demonstrate full range of motion to: Stand and walk for extended periods without discomfort. Lift and carry objects up to 40 pounds safely. Reach, stretch, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Use a stool or ladder to access high places as needed. Ability to supervise by sight and sound. Work outdoors during portions of the day in temperatures ranging from 20°F (with wind chill) to 95°F. Maintain mental and physical alertness and a consistent energy level to meet essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations can be made with supporting documentation.

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  • Family Child Care Network Educational Specialist
    Family Child Care Network Educational Specialist
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    West Bronx, The Bronx

    MARC Academy and Department of Education (DOE) view family childcare as a respected and valued profession within the early care and education system in New York City. We seek to support and enhance the existing strengths of family childcare as birth-4 programs that promote continuous and responsive relationships, strengthen early learning skills, build resilience, and lay the foundation for all future learning. The primary role of the Education Specialist/Coach is to build strengths-based relationships with affiliated providers to support them as needed and, in particular, with implementing high quality play-based instruction. Responsibilities: ● Collaborate with the FCC Education Director, FCC Family Support Worker, and FCC Monitors to meet the needs of all children and families. ● Provide twice monthly strength-based practice-based coaching to a cohort of affiliated providers as they implement a mixed-age curriculum. ● Adapt and provide guidance to affiliated providers on the implementation of an evidence-based curriculum for mixed-age group settings that meets the individual needs of all children. ● Review and adapt appropriate curriculum supports and documents with affiliated providers that foster hands-on developmentally appropriate and relationship-based interactions with all children. ● Assist affiliated providers gathering observations of children and entering child assessment data in a timely manner and support its use for curriculum and lesson planning. ● Document all coaching sessions aligned with the DOE’s Early Childhood Framework for Quality (EFQ). ● Assist in ongoing outreach, enrollment, and all other administrative tasks. ● Support FCC Education Director in coordinating all required professional learning days –ongoing. ● Maintain relationships with community partners who provide mental health, special needs, and other support services for all affiliated providers and families. ● Create and regularly update Community Partner Resource Guide within FCC Network. ● Participate in twice-monthly FCC Network staff meetings to connect about individual providers, families, and coordinate all services. ● Participate in Network staff professional learning sessions delivered. ● Other tasks as assigned by FCC Education Director/FCC Director. ● Travel within FCC Network catchment area is REQUIRED Skills: ● Time management skills are essential Ability to multitask Must be a team player * Must be flexible with changing schedules and priorities. Must be organized/able to juggle multiple projects at once Skilled Communicator Appreciation for the unique needs of all providers and families. Qualifications ● BA/BS in early childhood or infant/toddler studies (required) ● Experience teaching children under six (required) ● Experience working in family childcare and/or with infants and toddlers (preferred)

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