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We are seeking a dedicated Service Coordinator to join our Early Intervention Program. The Service Coordinator is responsible for working directly with families of children (ages 03) who have developmental delays or disabilities. In this role, you will facilitate the coordination of evaluations, services, and resources while ensuring compliance with New York State Early Intervention Program regulations. You will be a key liaison between families, service providers, and public agencies, helping to guide each childs developmental journey with care and efficiency. This position can be in-person or hybrid. Key Responsibilities: Serve as the primary point of contact for families throughout their time in the Early Intervention Program Coordinate multidisciplinary evaluations and facilitate timely development of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) Assist families in accessing appropriate services and community supports Ensure services begin promptly and are delivered according to the IFSP Monitor service delivery, document outcomes, and update IFSPs as needed Maintain accurate and timely records in EIHub and internal systems Communicate regularly with families, service providers, and administrative staff Ensure compliance with all NYSDOH regulations and timelines Support families in transition planning as children age out of Early Intervention Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree required in a health, human services, early childhood education, or related field Experience in service coordination, early childhood education, or case management preferred Must complete the Introductory Service Coordination Training (or be willing to complete upon hire) Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Familiarity with EIHub or similar systems is a plus Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply (especially Mandarin, Spanish, Cantonese, or Russian) Benefits: Health insurance (with Dental and Vision) 401(k) with employer contributions Paid time off, including vacation days and holiday pay Comprehensive training and onboarding Career development support, including tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities Supportive and mission-driven work environment Company Description Happy Dragon is one of New York City's most trusted providers of comprehensive child development services, with over 30 years of experience. We offer licensed childcare programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, as well as Early Intervention services for children ages birth to three and CPSE services for children ages three to five. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates closely with families and communities to ensure culturally responsive care. At Happy Dragon, we empower families and support children's development to help build stronger, brighter futures.

The Lead Teacher supports BSECDC’s mission to make a difference in the lives of children, their families, and communities through the delivery of high-quality early education and child development services that promote children’s school readiness through growth and development across all developmental domains. The Lead Teacher adheres to all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as BSECDC program policies, procedures, and administrative guidance. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ● Implement a well-organized learning environment with developmentally appropriate schedules, lesson plans, and indoor and outdoor learning experiences that provide adequate opportunities for choice, play, exploration, and experimentation among a variety of learning, sensory, and motor experiences. ● Develop and implement weekly lesson plans, including plans for individualized instruction, in accordance with BSECDC’s procedures and the research-based curriculum, that include indoor and outdoor learning experiences to support physical health and development, social and emotional development, approaches to learning, language development and communication, and cognitive development. ● Recognize bilingualism and biliteracy as strengths and, for children who are dual language learners, plan and implement experiences to support English language development. ● Ensure the physical environment and lesson plans reflect the diversity represented in the children and families served. ● Implement nurturing, responsive, and effective teaching practices to ensure daily learning experiences promote critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, STEM, and reading and writing readiness, as well as children’s social emotional development and universal values of tolerance, compassion and respect among children. ● Use positive guidance strategies to create a peaceful classroom environment were children resolve conflicts using language to express their feelings and opinion. ● Expose children to individuals of different cultural lifestyles, different genders, and different sexual orientation through stories, posted pictures and discussion Plan and communicate effectively with all other classroom staff, including the assistant teacher, special education staff, volunteers and interns about weekly lessons, classroom activities, and other pertinent information regarding children. ● Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with families, while maintaining professional boundaries, to encourage their input and support two-way communication regarding the growth and development of their children. ● Conduct two home visits and two parent-teacher conferences per child per year. ● Create and adhere to a posted classroom daily schedule that includes sufficient time for established routines such as nap/rest time, mealtime, handwashing, toileting, and transition through activities. ● Ensure that children are engaged in oral hygiene education through daily tooth brushing, stories, skits, and other activities. ● Facilitate, observe, and communicate the importance of healthy eating habits through family style meal time, including ensuring all adults eat with children during meal time. ● Conduct all screenings and ongoing assessment of the children in the class, as required, and use data gathered to inform instruction, including individualization, and measure progress towards School Readiness Goals. ● Monitor children’s daily attendance and communicate with the assigned BSECDC staff member if a child needs additional supports ● Support tracking responsibilities of the daily meal count for the CACFP program, as requested. ● Maintain active supervision, group size, and ratios at all times indoors and outdoors. ● Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the classroom and on the playground, including following all health and safety rules pertaining to food allergies, universal precautions, and personal hygiene. ● Maintain consistent attendance to support continuity of care for children and families. ● Participate in staff meetings, in-service training, coaching, workshops, and staff development programs, as requested. ● Ensure complete, accurate, and timely completion of all required data, documentation, and paperwork, including child files. ● Follow all applicable BSECDC policies and procedures, including the Standards of Conduct to safeguard children from abuse, neglect, or exploitation while in the care of the Center. ● Implement fully all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations as cited in the Head Start Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, IDEA, IFSP, FERPA, ACYFIM, Department of Education and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Health Licensing Code, Article 47 NAEYC. ● Perform other duties as assigned REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: ● Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education ● Bachelor’s Degree or (related field) on a study plan toward NY State Certification OR ● Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education with NY State Certification OR ● Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education working towards NYS Certification ● Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communications skills ● Proficient with Google and Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Excel applications EXPERIENCE: ● Minimum of two years-experience working with preschoolers

Job Overview We are a high-quality early childhood education program serving children from infants through Pre-K. Our center provides a nurturing, safe, and developmentally appropriate environment that supports each child’s growth and curiosity. We value teamwork, consistency, and a positive attitude in every member of our staff. Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and flexible Preschool Floater/Teacher Assistant to join our team. This position supports classrooms across all age groups—from infants to Pre-K—helping teachers maintain daily routines, ensure safety, and promote active learning. This is a full-time position (9:30 AM–6:00 PM); we are not hiring part-time at this time. Key Responsibilities: • Provide support in classrooms as needed, assisting lead teachers with daily routines and activities., • Foster a warm, positive, and inclusive classroom environment for all children., • Ensure constant supervision and adhere to all OCFS and Head Start safety standards., • Assist with meal service, diapering/toileting, rest time, and classroom transitions., • Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming learning space., • Communicate effectively and respectfully with children, families, and coworkers., • High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework in Early Childhood Education is a plus., • Experience working with young children in a child care or school setting preferred., • Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and administrators., • Dependable, caring, and willing to step into any classroom as needed., • Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth., • Paid training and professional development., • A caring workplace that values children, families, and staff equally.

Key Responsibilities • Child Supervision & Safety, • Monitor children at all times to ensure safety indoors and outdoors., • Assist in guiding children through transitions and routines., • Classroom Support, • Help prepare learning materials, activities, and lesson supplies., • Set up and clean up classrooms before and after activities., • Maintain organized and clean learning areas., • Instructional Support, • Work with small groups or individual children to reinforce skills taught by the lead teacher., • Read stories, sing songs, and engage children in age-appropriate activities., • Encourage positive social interactions and model appropriate behavior., • Caregiving Duties, • Assist with meals, snacks, handwashing, and toileting as needed., • Support routines like nap time, arrival, and dismissal., • Family & Staff Collaboration, • Communicate daily highlights or concerns with the lead teacher., • Maintain confidentiality regarding children and families., • Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and school events.

Position Overview We are seeking a motivated and personable Onboarding Specialist to join our team. This individual will serve as the first point of contact for new patient referrals, ensuring a smooth and welcoming enrollment process. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, organized, and passionate about helping patients access care. This role will also involve community outreach and on-site enrollment to expand program participation. Key Responsibilities Contact all new patient referrals promptly to introduce our program, explain services, and guide them through the enrollment process. Build relationships with patients, families, and referral sources to encourage program participation. Maintain accurate records of patient outreach, enrollment status, and follow-up needs. Conduct in-person visits to community locations, adult day cares, clinics, or partner sites to meet with potential patients and assist with enrollment. Work closely with intake and program teams to ensure patients transition smoothly into services. Track enrollment goals and contribute to strategies that increase patient participation. Provide excellent customer service and support to patients and their families during onboarding. Qualifications Previous experience in patient intake, healthcare outreach, or customer service preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to connect with patients and families. Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple referrals at once. Comfortable conducting outreach calls and in-person visits. Bilingual skills (English + Spanish, Creole, or Russian) a plus. Schedule & Compensation Full-time or part-time depending on program needs. Competitive salary/benefits based on experience.