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  • Teacher
    Teacher
    3 hours ago
    $21 hourly
    Full-time
    Boerum Hill, Brooklyn

    We seek a passionate, dedicated, Experienced Preschool Teacher to join our team. At The Learning Experience, you can have the opportunity to create a positive and engaging learning environment for children, where "happy happens here" is not just a motto but a way of life. We are looking for someone committed to helping children learn, play, grow, and thrive and providing the tools they need to succeed academically and emotionally. If you are a caring and creative individual passionate about working with preschool children, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Lead Preschool Teacher opportunity. What We Offer: • State-of-the-Art Classrooms: Our immersive classroom setting utilizes the latest technology, materials, and resources to allow children to "learn, play, and grow.”, • Opportunities for Growth: We offer ongoing training and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and leadership pathways to help you meet your goals as an educator., • Competitive benefits and premium compensation As a Lead Preschool Teacher, you will: • Create a welcoming, engaging classroom space for young children to learn, play and grow, • Use a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning, • Implement our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, working with Infants, Toddlers, or Preschool children in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child., • Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn., • Communicate regularly with parents, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through various avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions., • Support your center’s success, partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment and engagement., • Build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic environment where play and learning happen seamlessly. Do You: • Have a genuine passion for the education and care of children?, • Have one year of professional teaching experience (preferred) or six months of professional teaching experience (required)?, • Have an associate degree or higher in ECE or related degree (preferred) or High school diploma/GED (required)? If so, Apply Now because we would love to meet you! There are applicable state licensing requirements for the role.

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  • Lead Pre-K Teacher (4-Year-Old Classroom)
    Lead Pre-K Teacher (4-Year-Old Classroom)
    2 months ago
    $23–$27 hourly
    Full-time
    Rego Park, Queens

    Job Summary We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher to join our early childhood education team at Kiddie Kabin Daycare. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of child development, excellent classroom management skills, and a genuine love for nurturing young learners. This role is ideal for educators who are committed to creating a warm, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for 4-year-old children. Key Responsibilities • Develop and implement age-appropriate, standards-aligned lesson plans that promote learning through play, exploration, and hands-on activities., • Foster a positive, inclusive classroom culture that supports social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth., • Use ongoing observations and assessments to monitor student progress and adapt instruction accordingly., • Provide individualized support for children with diverse learning needs using effective differentiation and behavior management strategies., • Build and maintain strong relationships with families, colleagues, and administrators to promote collaboration and consistency in care and education., • Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages curiosity and creativity., • Collaborate with the teaching team to share best practices and continuously improve program quality., • Stay informed about current research and trends in early childhood education, including play-based and emergent curriculum approaches. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (or currently enrolled and actively pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education)., • Proven experience working with preschool or pre-kindergarten students, preferably in a lead or co-teaching role., • Strong skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and child engagement., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with children, families, and colleagues., • A genuine passion for inspiring and supporting young learners in their early developmental years. Join Our Team Become part of a caring, collaborative community of educators dedicated to helping children thrive. Together, we’ll cultivate curiosity, creativity, and confidence—building a strong foundation for lifelong learning and success. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance Work Location: In person

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  • Intake Specialist
    Intake Specialist
    8 days ago
    $24–$26 hourly
    Full-time
    Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn

    Job description: The Intake Specialist/ Parent Educator serves as the first point of contact for clients, patients, or customers seeking services. This role is responsible for gathering initial information, verifying eligibility, completing documentation, and ensuring a smooth transition into the appropriate mental health services or programs. The ideal candidate is organized, empathetic, and detail-oriented, with strong communication and data entry skills. Mental Health Navigator Responsibilities: ▪ Conduct initial sales pitches to warm leads, engaging families and organizations to introduce them to our services. ▪ Manage high call volumes and provide clear, compassionate communication. ▪ Educate families on available mental health programs and services, providing clear information about treatment options, eligibility criteria, and program processes to ensure informed decision-making and improved access to appropriate care. ▪ Stay informed about each mental health program we provide, including services like one-on-one services and skill-building services, to guide families in accessing the appropriate support for their child’s needs. ▪ Enroll patients in our programs, ensuring a smooth and efficient onboarding process. ▪ Communicate effectively with both external clients (Patients, families) and internal departments (HR, coordination teams). ▪ Maintain accurate records of all intake-related activities. ▪ Taking initiative on tasks with a determination to follow up and achieve sales goals. ▪ Ability to take initiative and demonstrate responsibility in managing tasks. ▪ Navigate time-sensitive situations and multiple priorities under pressure. Ideal Qualifications: ● Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. ● Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment. ● Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in handling paperwork. ● Prior experience in customer service or administrative roles is a must. ● Empathetic and professional when interacting with families.

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  • Assistant Director
    Assistant Director
    13 days ago
    $40000–$42000 yearly
    Full-time
    Ramsey

    Weekly Hours: Mon-Thurs 11am-8pm, Sat 9am-1pm Responsibilities: • Keep schedule, write and distribute email/mail to parents about promotions and keep communication with parents and teachers, • Manage enrollment process, academic evaluation, and appointment book for the director, and support directors meetings, • Able to competently handle walk-in inquiries and conferences with parents, • Keeps billing and charges up to date and organize files and workspace, • Maintains an inventory of office and marketing materials without much help, • Self-directed, requiring minimal supervision, self-starter, • A thoughtful, adaptive, and positive mindset, • Highly resourceful, reliable, organized, and detail-oriented (precise and reliable), • Maintains a cool head under pressure, confident, discrete, easy-going personality, • Able to get work done quickly/efficiently and manage deadlines A successful candidate should have/be: • A 4-year college degree, • Excellent organizational skills, • 1 – 2 years of management, customer service, sales, or education preferred, • An enthusiastic, outgoing, and team-oriented personality, • Motivation to take the initiative to ensure that a student’s time at Huntington is memorable, • A confident and flexible demeanor, • Outstanding communication skills, • Confident, fast typing, with a friendly and professional phone manner – common sense to know what to say and not to say to clients, • Proficient in using database software, working knowledge of Word, Excel, PPT, Windows and Google At Huntington, we are eager to continue to build our teams! We seek to hire the best, most talented professionals into our organization. If you are a take-charge college grad, eager to turn your aptitude for operations, administration, education and customer service into an exciting career an opportunity where you will be able to make a difference, join Huntington today! Since 1977, Huntington has been changing the lives of children. As a leader in the tutoring and test prep industry, our success is attributed not only to our highly acclaimed instructional programs but to the amazing teams of qualified and devoted professionals who commit themselves to help students achieve success in school each and every day Job Type: Full-time Pay: $40,000 to $42,000 per year Benefits: Paid time off Professional development assistance Ability to Commute: Ramsey, NJ 07450 (Required) Work Location: In person

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  • Teaching Assistant
    Teaching Assistant
    19 days ago
    $17–$18 hourly
    Full-time
    Levittown

    Kiddie Junction, a well-respected NYS OCFS-licensed preschool serving the Levittown community for over 35 years, is seeking a warm, reliable full-time Teaching Assistant to join the toddler program. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with young children and eager to grow in the early childhood field.​ About Kiddie Junction • NYS OCFS-licensed preschool located in Levittown, Nassau County, with a long-standing reputation for high-quality early childhood programming.​, • Support the Lead Teacher in maintaining a warm, structured, and developmentally appropriate toddler classroom.​, • Assist with daily care routines, including diapering, toileting, handwashing, snack/lunch, rest time, and transitions.​, • Engage in play, small-group activities, and classroom experiences that promote language, social skills, and independence for toddlers.​, • Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment in accordance with NYS OCFS regulations and center policies.​, • Consistently supervise children within required teacher-to-child ratios and follow all health and safety procedures.​, • Minimum of 1 year of experience working with young children (under age 5), preferably in a group child care or preschool setting.​, • Genuine passion for working with toddlers, including patience, warmth, and a willingness to get on the floor and actively play and interact.​, • Experience in a NYS OCFS-licensed child care or preschool program, especially in an infant/toddler or 2’s classroom.​, • Completed or in-progress coursework, certificate, or degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.​, • Full-time position following the preschool calendar and daily operating hours; specific schedule to be discussed during the interview.​, • Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience and education, with opportunities for professional development and ongoing training in accordance with NYS OCFS requirements.

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  • Nurse Practioner, Physician Assistant
    Nurse Practioner, Physician Assistant
    2 months ago
    $70–$140 hourly
    Part-time
    Flushing, Queens

    We are looking for a Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistants to perform house calls in Queens and Long Island. We are also looking for a Russian speaking provider in Brooklyn. Providers will need to diagnose and treat health conditions, as well as promote good health practices. As a provider, you’ll be our go-to person for ensuring the best patient care possible. The job description includes conducting physical examinations, interpreting lab tests and overseeing patients’ health. You’ll be both a health practitioner and an educator, supporting disease prevention practices and helping people lead healthy lives. As a medical provider, you’ll have to work closely with other healthcare professionals, so you should have a team spirit and a positive attitude. Patience, problem-solving skills and communication ability are important. If you’re dedicated to advancing your knowledge and clinical expertise through research and professional discourse, we’d like to meet you. Responsibilities • Examine patients and their medical records, • Order and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.), • Diagnose health conditions and illnesses, • Propose treatments for chronic and infectious diseases, • Prescribe medications, • Maintain accurate records and schedules, • Inform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medications, • Educate patients and their family members on diseases, epidemics and prevention, • Oversee patients’ overall health, • Promote good health practices, • Advance professional knowledge and conduct research

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  • Teaching Assistant
    Teaching Assistant
    2 months ago
    $17.33–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Glen Cove

    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.

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