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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

Who We Are: St. Nicks Alliance (SNA) is a nonprofit, nonsectarian community-based organization founded in 1975 with the mission to transform lives of low- and moderate-income people in North Brooklyn through employment, education, housing, and health care. We do this by delivering impactful services with measurable outcomes to children, youth, adults, and the elderly. As a civic anchor, we carry out this mission within the context of building a sustainable community for all people through the arts, environmental advocacy, and urban planning. Now in its 50th year, Small World Early Childhood Center serves 139 2-5 year olds during the school day, extended day and summer months through NYCDOE Birth to Five contract and subsidized tuition/fees. Children and their families represent diverse cultures, languages, socio-economics, LGBTQIA+ identities, and differing abilities. Small World is part of St. Nicks Alliance’s impressive network of services for 6,000 children and youth across North Brooklyn. Located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, we are seeking an experienced, NYS-certified Early Childhood Director for Small World. What You’ll Do: Small World’s experienced, NYS certified Education Director, Early Childhood leads a team of 27 staff, including head teachers, assistant teachers and a behavioral specialist. Reporting to the Small World’s Center Director, the Education Director is responsible for achieving high-quality educational services for all students, high-performing instructional staff and consistent family engagement in their children’s learning and development. Key duties related to pedagogy, staffing and family engagement include, but are not limited to: - Ensure high-quality Curriculum, Lessons and Enrichment in partnership with instructional and behavioral staff. - Support Students with Disabilities, their teachers and families with evaluations, SEIT/intervention services and individual instruction plans. - Guide staff with Student Assessments - Ensure Adequate Staffing infrastructure and day to day coverage - Co-Lead Recruitment, Onboarding, Retention and Performance Reviews for instructional and behavioral staff - Design and Lead Diverse Opportunities for Staff Development - Achieve 100% Compliance with NYSPS Requirements (ASQ, TSG, ECERS, etc.) - Design and lead Family Engagement Efforts ( current and prospective) - Foster home-school collaborations in partnership with staff and families What We Are Looking For: - Must hold a NYS Certification in Birth to Grade Two - Must have Min. of 8 years experience as a head teacher - Must have a Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Master’s strongly preferred - Must have demonstrated knowledge/skills in pedagogy, child development and early intervention (2-5 years) - Must be an experienced staff developer - Robust knowledge of NYCPS Curriculum (Creative Curriculum, PKFCC, NYS Standards) and Pyramid Model (social emotional development). - Must be fluent with ASQ, TSG and ECERS - Energetic, go-getter who is highly skilled at building positive culture and relationships What's In It For You: - Compensation Range: $85,000-$95,000 (The actual compensation will depend on a variety of job-related factors which may include geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level) - Competitive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K) - Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time - Learning & Development Opportunities & Access to Wellness Programs How to Apply: Please send your resume and a thoughtful cover letter outlining your interest in this position. Place Education Director in the subject line. St. Nicks Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.