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About Us: • We are a vibrant, child-centered educational facility in Midtown Manhattan, offering a dynamic indoor play and enrichment space for children ages 2 to 8 years old. Our mission is to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence through fun, hands-on learning experiences in a safe and inspiring environment. Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced, creative, and passionate Enrichment / Afterschool Program Manager to lead the development and implementation of engaging STEAM-focused programs, including Chess, LEGO Robotics, Fitness, Dance, Drama, and Science. This individual will be responsible for designing curriculum, managing program operations, and delivering exceptional learning experiences to young children. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement age-appropriate enrichment programs in STEAM and creative disciplines. Coordinate and manage daily afterschool activities for children aged 2–8. Lead, support, and supervise a team of instructors and support staff. Monitor program quality and ensure a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment. Collaborate with parents and staff to support children’s development and engagement. Manage materials, supplies, and equipment for each activity area. Evaluate program effectiveness and continuously improve curriculum offerings. Qualifications: Minimum 3 years of experience in managing or coordinating children’s enrichment or afterschool programs. Strong background in at least one of the following areas: STEAM education, performing arts, physical education, or early childhood development. Exceptional organizational and leadership skills. Ability to engage young children with patience, enthusiasm, and creativity. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. CPR and First Aid Certification preferred. Schedule: Flexible full-time or part-time availability between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Occasional weekends for special events may be required. Location: Midtown Manhattan, NY Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (Flexible between 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM) Compensation: $25 – $35 per hour (Based on Experience)

We are seeking a dedicated and nurturing Daycare Teacher Assistant with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education to support our lead teachers in providing a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for children aged 2 years and up. The ideal candidate is passionate about early learning and committed to helping young children grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Key Responsibilities: Assist lead teacher in planning and implementing daily educational activities and routines. Supervise and engage children during play, learning, meals, and rest time. Support classroom management and maintain a positive learning atmosphere. Help monitor the developmental progress of each child and report observations to the lead teacher. Ensure classroom safety, hygiene, and organization at all times. Build positive relationships with children, parents, and staff. Assist with preparing learning materials and setting up activity stations. Help with diapering, potty training, and other basic care needs as required. Attend team meetings, training sessions, and school events as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (required). Experience working with children ages 2 and above in an educational or daycare setting. Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. Patient, energetic, and caring demeanor. Ability to pass background checks and comply with health and safety regulations.

The Lead Teacher at Brooklyn Free Space (BFS) is responsible for the general supervision and management of a classroom. She or he must be professionally prepared as a teacher of young children, especially in the field of early childhood development. This person must be a sensitive and mature individual who is able to relate well to all members of the school community and to effectively lead a teaching team. She or he must maintain a professional attitude, have a warm and friendly personality, and treat all children with dignity and respect. She or he must be able to meet the requirements of all licensing agencies. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Teaching Plan, supervise, and implement classroom programs in accordance with the policies of the school and requirements of licensing agencies. Gear program to needs of individual children, as well as the whole group, with concern for their interests, abilities, talents and individual style, and pace of learning. Engage in ongoing evaluation and assessment procedures needed to assess children’s developmental levels and support curriculum planning. Implement methods for effectively integrating the support, skills, and talents of the teaching team members in all areas of the classroom environment. Administration Assume an equal share of staff joint housekeeping responsibilities. Maintain ordered arrangement, appearance, decor, and learning environment of the classroom, with a clear focus on documentation of the children’s work. Facilitate effective and constructive daily communication with families. Participate in recommended training programs, conferences, courses, and other aspects of professional growth. Facilitate effective and constructive weekly team meetings Read BFS email communications on a daily basis when school is open, excluding sick days or other scheduled days off, and respond to queries in a timely manner. Qualifications BA or MS in Early Childhood Education - Birth to Gr 2 (or related field with at least 12 Early Childhood Education credits) and 2 years of lead teacher experience and/or Initial or Professional NYS Teaching certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth to Gr 2) Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person

Bookseller/Specialized Assistant - Albertine Books Institut Français des Etats-Unis – Villa Albertine New York is hiring a bookseller (specialized assistant) at Albertine Books This will be a full-time job starting September 1st, 2025. Candidates must already have legal authorization to reside and work in the United States. This includes holding an A visa, a green card, U.S. citizenship, or a pending work permit for an an already-approved green card. Only applicants meeting this requirement will be considered. Candidates must submit official documentation verifying their status as part of their application. I. Brief Presentation Albertine Books is a part of the Department of Books and Ideas at the Institut Français des États-Unis – Villa Albertine. Since September 2014, the bookstore has carried 15,000 French-language works and English translations of French texts for a Francophone audience or for anyone curious about French and Francophone writers. Albertine Books is seeking a new Bookseller who is fluent in French and English and who is friendly, collaborative, and passionate about French and American literature. This position will report directly to the Director of the bookstore and will work in collaboration with the Deputy Director and the Book Department of Villa Albertine. They will participate in the daily operations of the bookstore and more specifically will work on school and independent bookstore partnerships. II. Job Description • Assisting customers (greeting, providing information and advice, operating the cash register, and tracking orders), • Supporting the bookstore’s logistics: receiving/shipping orders, shelving books, restocking, and overseeing stock management, including inventory, returns, processing books, and managing certain sections as needed., • Contributing to the development of the bookstore’s event programming, under the supervision of the Book Department and in collaboration with the Development Department; assisting with literary events hosted by Villa Albertine., • Working on our French Corner program, a partnership with independent American bookstores to help them promote and sell French-language works., • Writing content for the bookstore’s website and communication materials (newsletter/social media), including recommendations and staff picks., • Working at bookstore events (often in the early evening)., • Relevant work experience, preferably in a bookstore or in publishing., • Translation, education, other retail, or similar experiences are also helpful., • Familiarity with French and American literary culture., • Familiarity with American book publishing., • Experience using a cash register or with customer service., • English: Fluent, • A kind and patient attitude towards customer service., • This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, good time management, and a thorough approach., • The bookstore has a small team that works very collaboratively but organizes their time management autonomously., • Work team: Three people and support from two full-time interns, • The work week is 40 hours, excluding lunch breaks., • There is a six-month trial period., • The bookseller must be available to work Tuesdays to Saturdays., • All work must be on site and in person., • Our events calendar will require occasional evening work and may require some flexibility., • Salary: $5,363 per month full-time with a monthly transportation allowance of $120., • Vacation Plan: 25 days per year and 11 bank holidays.