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Welcome to Ready Set Grow! Child Care Center. We are happy that you are interested in working with us. Being part of the team will be a rewarding experience. Ready Set Grow! Child Care Center is committed to creating a work environment that treats employees politely and with respect and dignity. In return, it is expected that employees exercise the same towards the children, parents, other employees and administrators. WE’RE HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: you will be responsible for creating and implementing engaging and developmentally appropriate activities for children aged [Age Range, e.g., 1-3 years]. You will work collaboratively with fellow teachers to provide a warm and supportive learning environment, fostering children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Responsibilities: Develop and implement engaging daily lesson plans that align with our curriculum and promote children’s learning. Create a safe, stimulating, and organized classroom environment that encourages exploration and discovery. Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Observe and assess children’s progress, documenting their development and communicating with parents. Implement positive behavior management techniques to create a harmonious classroom atmosphere. Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities, ensuring their safety and well-being. Maintain accurate records of attendance, observations, and assessments. Participate in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and parent-teacher conferences. Maintain a clean and organized classroom. Follow all licensing and safety regulations. Qualifications: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (preferred). 2 years of experience working with preschool-aged children. Knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with young children. Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain). Background check clearance. Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and education. A supportive and collaborative work environment. The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young children. Federal Holidays paid One week vacation paid TEACHERS Teachers are a part of the program planning and implementation in cooperation with the Head Teacher. They will have had some experience working with young children. Teachers are encouraged to have at least a two-year degree in Early Childhood Education or CDA credentials. JOB DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS Child Care Workers at Ready Set Grow! Child Care Center are responsible for the well-being of the children under their care. They must monitor the children all day to ensure that they play and interact with one another in a safe and appropriate manner. Some of their typical duties include: Ensuring the children have good hygiene and changing diapers as necessary Cleaning interactive areas throughout the day Preparing meals and snacks for the kids Organizing activities and developing curriculum for older children Developing a schedule for the children to maintain throughout the day Keeping records of each child’s progress, interests and any problems that may occur Maintaining contact with the children’s parents and contacting them in the case of an emergency Constructively participate in team meetings and supervision Maintain confidential student information All staff are expected to be knowledgeable with the Minimum Standards for Childcare within New York State. Failure to adhere to these policies may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Staff at our childcare center must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent Each staff member must be certified in First Aide/CPR and Infant CPR. All staff members must have all state documents filled out and completed in their files. Before they are hired: Each staff member must be cleared through the State of New York Background Check annually. Each staff member must obtain 15 clock training hours within the first 6 months and 30 hours of training every 2 years following the OCFS topics. EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Documenting that the person has met the educational qualifications for the position if the person has worked as a teacher, director or administrator. For assistant teachers and a teachers, center director or administrator who has worked for the center for more than will have a file with all documented trainings and qualifications. This file will be reviewed yearly and should be updated with current trainings or qualifications. TRAINING REQUIREMENTS All staff are expected to be knowledgeable with the Minimum Standards for Childcare within New York State. Failure to adhere to these policies may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination. The form OCFS-6019 will be used to track employee training. Staff at our childcare center must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent. All staff members must have all state documents filled out and completed in their files. Each staff member must complete 15 hours of training during the first six months of registration and at least 30 hours of training every 2 years Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete State-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service 15 hours of training during the first six months of registration and at least 30 hours of training every 2 years. All staff members must complete the following training: 1) CPR/First Aid 2) Shaken Baby Syndrome 3) Mandated Reporter The staff members will be trained on their own time. All staff will also be responsible for knowing the locations of all fire exits and the emergency evacuation plans. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK Completed prior to the employee’s first day of employment and annually thereafter, that does not reveal any information which may preclude the person’s employment. A complete caregiver background check including the results of any subsequent investigation related to information obtained as part of the background check within 60 days of employment. Staff must be supervised at all time until a background check is completed. BENEFITS FEDERAL HOLIDAYS PAID ONE WEEK VACATION PAID

Kinder Island on Staten Island is looking for Infant Toddler Teachers! Index: *Full Job Description *Lead Preschool Teacher - Kinder Island *Kinder Island Job Opportunities How to Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter. Due to the large volume of candidates, only qualified candidates will be contacted. For more information about Kinder Island Overview: Lead Teacher Kinder Island, an early childhood setting, seeks a lead teacher to join our team. This position is ideal for a self-starter who wants to be part of a new growing school. The lead teacher will share our commitment to developing the whole child through thoughtfully prepared multisensory and multi-modal experiences. The ideal candidate is dedicated, enthusiastic about education and passionate about working with children. The lead teacher manages a year-round classroom and reports to our Preschool Director. Responsibilities: Planning, Preparation, and Instruction Develop curriculum and lesson plans supporting the mission of the school Create a learning environment supporting the growth of each child in these areas: social-emotional, sensory, motor, cognitive, language and self-care Provide a wide variety of learning opportunities, including individual, small and large group activities, both indoors and outside Work with students of various abilities, including students with learning differences Communicate clear expectations to students and facilitate smooth transitions between activities Use various assessment tools and strategies, such as observations, work samples and portfolios to tailor instruction for individual students Community Environment Establish a positive classroom environment in which all members respect and show kindness toward each other Model conflict resolution and problem solving strategies Establish a positive relationship with families and maintain regular communication Collaborate with teachers and staff Classroom Environment Develop and maintain an organized and purpose-driven classroom environment Establish systems and routines to care for the classroom and equipment Create and maintain monthly bulletin boards showcasing student work, experiences and school events Professional Development Regularly reflect and make modifications to classroom practice Attends staff meetings and professional development workshops Other Supervise daily work of assistant teachers Other related duties, as assigned, consistent with above The ideal candidate will have: An uncompromising belief that all students can learn A relentless work ethic and a high degree of patience to push through difficult challenges A willingness to be reflective and receive feedback in order to grow as an educator Excellent communication skills Preferred: Associates or CDA Certified in early childhood education OR planning to pursue degree New York State Teacher Certification Early Childhood (Birth–Grade 2) Start Date & Hours: 12 month position; Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5pm or 9am to 6pm; additional hours as needed for school events Ideal start date: Immediate Benefits: Paid time off, 100% tuition remission for 1 child Job Type: Full-time Pay: Starting price is negotiable depending on degree, certification, and years within field. Benefits: Employee discount Paid time off Schedule: 8am-5pm OR 9am - 6pm Monday to Friday COVID-19 considerations: Personal protective equipment provided Temperature screening Social distancing guidelines in place Sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place Application Question(s): Can you work 8 am-5pm or 9am - 6pm? What is your email address? Experience: early childhood teaching: 1 year (Preferred) Associates degree in Early Childhood Education (Required) Certification in Child Development Associate (Preferred) NYS teacher certification [Birth - 2nd grade] special education (Preferred) One location Work Remotely: No

Children of Promise, NYC 1842 Webster Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457 Title: After School Group Leader / Counselor Reports to: Program Director Department: Programs Location: Bronx NY Classification: Part - Time M-F 2pm - 6PM About The Organization Children of Promise, NYC’s (CPNYC) reimagines a just society that values the purpose of every child impacted by mass incarceration and removes barriers to create opportunities for children to thrive and achieve their full potential. CPNYC’s mission is to support and advocate for the children of incarcerated parents while speaking out against root causes that affect the communities we serve, including systemic racism, poverty. and bias in our nation’s criminal justice system. CPNYC has successfully developed an innovative model, the only one of its kind in New York City, which co-locates a licensed mental health clinic and children's centers in Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, and the South Bronx. CPNYC provides an array of youth development programming and services tailored to each child's individual strengths and challenges and fosters a unique uplifting environment to foster hope and resilience. Position Overview: CPNYC is seeking to hire Part-Time After School Group Leaders for our Bronx location. Must work Monday - Friday 2PM - 6PM Essential Job Functions - Provide overall supervision to our scholars during the after school hours - Carry out the daily schedule with activities that include arts and crafts, homework help, reading, sports & fitness, etc. - Implement the CPNYC curriculum, helping school age children improve literacy competencies, values, and physical fitness in an activity-based environment - Assist with planning and creating innovative age-appropriate activities - Develop lesson plans to conduct them daily; read, tell stories, lead songs and games - Help maintain enrollment and daily attendance records - Assist children with homework and guide students in their academic growth - To conduct field trips or attend events, individuals will use public transportation or traverse city streets, occasionally ascend/descend stairs and exposed to outside weather conditions - An employee is expected to stand 50% of during the shift - Ability to work with youth and the general public. - Other duties as assigned Required Knowledge, Skill and Experience - At least one year of child care experience in an after school setting - Bilingual in Spanish - Minimum of an Associate’s degree or college credits, with relevant experience - Bachelor’s degree preferred; areas of study; General Education (K-8), Special Education, Social Work, Teaching, Professional Child Care, Psychology, or related fields - Energetic and enthusiastic in working with youth COMPENSATION: Commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate. The hourly pay rate range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00 per hour. We are committed to a diverse, socially just, and welcoming work environment and people of color, people with varying abilities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are especially encouraged to apply. Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.