50 Best community arts Jobs in Irvington, NJ (July 2025)

**Early Childhood Assistant Teacher** Gumedia Nutritional Sciences School is looking to hire an Early Childhood Assistant Teacher. You will be involved with the following classrooms as needed: • Infant + Toddler (soon to open) • Preschool • Pre-Kindergarten • Kindergarten You will play an integral part helping to execute lesson plans and assisting in establishing structure and routine for each unique child. Support for the children includes but is not limited to supervising them in the classroom, on the playground, getting them ready for nap time, guiding them to use the toilet, and serving them meals / snacks, and supporting their academic and creative growth. You must be flexible and supportive, implementing preferred classroom management and disciplinary strategies that are authoritative yet loving. You will play an instrumental role as a storyteller, an active listener, and an avid reader to our students. Additionally, keeping the classroom clean is crucial (tables, floors, bathrooms). You will work alongside staff members to support the education and care of young children in a classroom setting, primarily by helping with activities, supervising children, and providing individual attention as needed. You will assist in the daily operations of the classrooms to ensure a smooth learning environment for the students. Although you must safeguard the schedule and routine, you should also be adaptable. There will be so many ways that you will be helpful: Preparing classroom materials and setting up learning centers Assisting with lesson plans and activities, including leading small group activities Directing school activities such as arts and crafts Supervising children during playtime and transitions Providing individual support to children who need extra help Observing and documenting children's progress Maintaining a safe and clean classroom environment Communicating with parents and teachers regarding children's need Watching students during school drop-off and pick-up times. As an educator and coordinator, repetition, follow through, and anticipation skills are key.

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Kidville

Kidville Birthday Party Leader

1 month ago

Part-time

Montclair

Join our theatrical ensemble of party & play professionals and bring the sparkle of Kidville parties to life with your talents, energy and passion for children. Help us make every child's birthday, a day that they will never forget! What you'll do: • Execute our amazing birthday party themes from Superhero Birthday Bash, Royal Princess & Knight Party, to Sizzlin' Spectacular Science Party! • Engage with Kidville families and party guests, and WOW them with excellent service • Prepare the party zone environment for efficiency and FUN! • Assist in party set up, clean-up, and organization • Carry-out detailed event timelines for activities, dcor set-up, and client preferences What you offer: • A willingness to perform, sing, and be silly in front of both children and adults • A joy for meeting, engaging and connecting with families • A flexible attitude and a welcoming smile • A warm and friendly personality that commands a room • A strong desire to collaborate and share ideas with a team • Experience performing and/or working with children preferred, as well as a willingness to learn more in your specific field or industry • Documentation of legal U.S. residency • Availability on the weekends • Pay is $15-$20 per hour plus tips Bonus Points: • You have a singing voice made for Broadway • You love a themed celebration • You have talent for organization and decor • You are a "baby whisperer" and children gravitate towards you • You have an artistic eye for crafting, design, painting or drawing • You are a champion fort maker • You are pursuing a degree in the Arts or in Education Kidville is the preferred destination of the world's most important community - FAMILY. Our mission is to inspire happy moments, support developmental milestones, and spark creativity through dynamic early childhood experiences. With over 30 locations worldwide including Dubai, Chicago, LA, and New York, Kidville centers are one-stop destinations that provide creative classes and birthday parties for kids, a pre-school alternative program, indoor playspace, and more. Our people are our brand and are lovingly referred to as 'Play Professionals' both inside and out of the classroom. Our culture is energetic, vibrant, collaborative, and silly from company-wide contests like Battle of the Bands to our monthly brand marketing summits. We believe in the power of play and the simplicity of remarkable service. The result? Happy Kids. Happy Families. Ready to Join the Team? We're Ready for You! I acknowledge that I am applying for employment with an independently owned and operated Kidville franchisee, a separate company and employer from Kidville and any of its affiliates or subsidiaries. I understand that each independent franchisee is solely responsible for all decisions relating to employees including and without limitation hiring and termination, and Kidville does not accept, review or store my application. Any questions about my application or the hiring process must be directed to the locally owned and operated Kidville franchisee.

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