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  • 5th & 6th Grade Teacher – Higher Learning NY Tutoring Center
    5th & 6th Grade Teacher – Higher Learning NY Tutoring Center
    4 days ago
    Full-time
    Lower East Side, Manhattan

    5th & 6th Grade Teacher – Higher Learning NY Tutoring Center Job Summary Higher Learning NY Tutoring Center is looking for a passionate and dedicated 5th & 6th Grade Teacher to help students build strong academic foundations in a supportive and engaging learning environment. The ideal candidate will inspire confidence, encourage critical thinking, and help students achieve academic success. Responsibilities • Teach 5th and 6th grade students in core subjects, including Math, English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies., • Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons aligned with New York State learning standards., • Assess student progress and adapt instruction to meet individual learning needs., • Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment., • Provide academic support, homework assistance, and test preparation when needed., • Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and areas for improvement., • Maintain accurate student records and participate in staff meetings as required. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field., • New York State Teaching Certification preferred., • Previous experience teaching or tutoring elementary or middle school students, preferably Grades 5 and 6., • Strong classroom management and communication skills., • Ability to motivate and engage students with diverse learning styles., • Passion for helping students achieve their academic goals., • Must be authorized to work in the United States. Benefits • Competitive salary based on experience., • Flexible work schedule., • Supportive and collaborative teaching environment., • Professional development and growth opportunities.

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  • Head Preschool Teacher / Lead Preschool Teacher
    Head Preschool Teacher / Lead Preschool Teacher
    13 days ago
    $25–$29 hourly
    Part-time
    Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City

    Pay $50,000 – 60,000 / full year of 12 months (equivalent to $24-29/hour) Pay is higher for candidates with more qualifications / experience. Benefits Health insurance · Paid time off (PTO) · Paid federal holidays · Additional paid time off in school breaks unless there is professional development training · Discounted childcare · CDA tuition paid by the school · Referral bonus. Schedule Monday – Friday, 8:15 AM – 4:15 PM, occasional overtime at equivalent hourly rate Type Full-time, in person Start Date Negotiable, latest October 1, 2026 QUALIFICATIONS Education — meeting ONE of these requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Education, Psychology, Health Care, Nursing, or any other field related to Child Growth and Development; OR Teaching Certification from the Department of Education in Elementary Education, Nursery School, Preschool through Third Grade (P-3), or Teacher of the Handicapped; OR Master's Degree in Education or in fields related to Education, Child Growth and Development; OR Montessori education equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree; OR Bachelor's Degree in other fields, plus 6+ college credits and 3+ years of experience related to Early Childhood Education, or Education, or Child Growth and Development; OR Master's Degree in other fields, plus 9+ college credits related to Early Childhood Education, or Education, or Child Growth and Development. Experience: Minimum 2 years in a childcare center or preschool with toddler or preschool age groups (1.5–5 years old), including at least 1 year as a Lead Teacher or Head Teacher. Prior Reggio Emilia experience is welcome but not required. We value educators who are curious, reflective and interested in child-led, inquiry-based learning. Basic skills: Communication skills to speak and write to parents professionally Basic IT skills (Google Drive/Docs, Microsoft Office) Strongly preferred, not required at hiring: College credits in early childhood education or child development — either part of a degree or additional credits beyond the degree Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate Required after hiring: Obtaining the Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate within 2 years — cost paid by the school Compliance: Candidate must pass CARI, CHRI, health checks as required by NJ State before being hired ABOUT THE LIBERTY SCHOOL The Liberty School is a Reggio Emilia preschool in Downtown Jersey City serving young children in a newly built, beautiful, and thoughtfully designed learning environment. We view children as capable, curious, and creative learners. Our teachers observe children closely, build curriculum around their questions and interests, and create meaningful opportunities for exploration through art, nature, sensory experiences, language, movement, collaboration, and play. Our classrooms incorporate natural light, open-ended materials, child-led exploration, learning documentation, and carefully prepared spaces designed to feel welcoming and engaging. The school serves children from approximately 18 months through five years old. ABOUT THE POSITION The Liberty School is seeking an experienced and capable Head Teacher to lead a toddler or preschool classroom. The Head Teacher is responsible for creating a warm, safe, organized, and intellectually engaging classroom while providing leadership to other classroom staff. The successful candidate will combine genuine care for young children with sound judgment, dependable classroom management, clear communication, and a commitment to high-quality early childhood education. What You Will Bring to the Classroom You will lead our mixed-age classroom of children aged 18 months to 2.5 years or from 2.5 to 5 years, working alongside assistant teachers. Teaching • Observe children's interests and build curriculum and provocations from what you see, • Plan across art, sensory, literacy, math, science, music, and movement, • Document learning through photos, children's words, and displayed work, • Support social-emotional growth, self-help skills, and kindergarten readiness Leading • Direct, mentor, and give feedback to assistant teachers, • Set the tone and the routines of the classroom, • Keep the environment prepared, beautiful, and fully stocked Communicating with families • Daily communication at drop-off and pickup, plus written updates, • Lead parent-teacher conferences and share developmental observations Operations • Attendance, allergy and dietary records, incident reports, health and safety routines, • Maintain compliance with NJ childcare licensing requirements, • Growth, • Participate in coaching, reflection, and professional development The Person We Hope to Meet You may be a strong fit for this position if you are: • Warm and responsive with young children., • Confidence leading a classroom and supporting other teachers., • Curious about how children think and learn., • Organized, dependable, and attentive to detail., • Able to communicate thoughtfully with families and colleagues., • Comfortable combining creativity with consistent classroom systems., • Open to reflection, feedback, and continued professional growth.

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  • Part-time Licensed Esthetician - Waxing & Sugaring Specialist
    Part-time Licensed Esthetician - Waxing & Sugaring Specialist
    26 days ago
    $58000–$62000 yearly
    Part-time
    Hartsdale

    ✨ Calling All Estheticians: Your Dream Role Awaits at Hello Sugar! ✨ Do you love skin? Love people? Love making others feel radiant? Then you’ll love being part of Hello Sugar—a vibrant new waxing and sugaring studio opening soon in Westchester! We’re not just another salon. We’re a movement built on confidence, kindness, and top-tier technique. At Hello Sugar, our estheticians are celebrated as artists and professionals. We offer: • Above-industry pay, • Flexible scheduling, • A supportive, high-energy team culture, • Ongoing paid training—even if you’re new to sugaring We’re growing fast and hiring selectively. If you’re passionate about skin care and ready to shine, we want to meet you. ✨What We’re Looking For We’re building a team of estheticians who are: • Licensed in NY State., • Experienced waxers preferred., • Eager to learn new techniques—no sugaring experience required!, • Warm, professional, and team-oriented., • Skilled at making clients feel comfortable, confident, and cared for., • Motivated to build a loyal clientele and stay busy doing what you love. ✨ What You’ll Do As a Hello Sugar specialist, you’ll: • Perform full-body waxing and sugaring for all genders., • Offer skin and brow consultations with a focus on education., • Provide lash lifts, brow lamination, and tinting services., • Recommend products and memberships that support client goals., • Maintain a clean, welcoming workspace., • Join monthly or bi-monthly team development sessions. ✨Why Hello Sugar? We believe beauty is personal—and so is your career. At Hello Sugar, you’ll be empowered to grow, connect, and thrive. We sugar our clients with love, and we treat our team with the same care. Ready to bring your talent to a place that truly values you? Let’s glow together. Job Type: Part-time Benefits: • Employee discount, • Flexible schedule, • Parental leave, • Professional development assistance Benefits: • Employee discount, • Flexible schedule, • Paid time off, • Professional development assistance, • Referral program Experience: • waxing: 2 years (Required)

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  • Preschool Teacher
    Preschool Teacher
    2 months ago
    $50000–$65000 yearly
    Full-time
    Claremont, The Bronx

    Lead Teacher Join the Beanstalk Academy Family and Grow Tall With Us! At Beanstalk Academy, we are committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for our children to flourish. As a Lead Teacher at our state-of-the-art facilities in The Bronx, New York, you will play a vital role in shaping the minds of our young students and helping them reach their full potential. About the Role: As a Lead Teacher, you will be responsible for leading a team of dedicated educators in creating a engaging and interactive learning experience for our students. You will: • Lead by example: Model the values and behaviors you want your students to adopt, and create a positive and inclusive classroom environment., • Develop curricula: Collaborate with your team to design and implement effective lesson plans that meet the needs of our diverse student body., • Mentor and coach: Support and guide your fellow teachers to ensure they have the resources and expertise needed to deliver exceptional results., • Monitor progress: Track student progress and adapt your teaching strategies to meet the evolving needs of your students., • Communicate effectively: Work closely with parents and other stakeholders to maintain open lines of communication and ensure a seamless experience for our families. Requirements: • 2+ years of experience in early childhood education, • Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (Study plans available), • Strong leadership and communication skills, • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a dynamic team Why Join Us: At Beanstalk Academy, we offer a comprehensive and supportive environment that fosters growth and development for both our students and staff. We believe in growing tall with our team members, and offer opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and advancement. Are you ready to join our dynamic team and make a difference in the lives of our students? Apply now to become a part of the Beanstalk Academy family!

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  • Assistant Principal
    Assistant Principal
    2 months ago
    $80000–$90000 yearly
    Full-time
    Kew Gardens Hills, Queens

    Job Summary: This position is held by a qualified professional who directs, supervises, evaluates, and provides services to staff and students in the school as provided by New York State regulations and In accordance with New York State preschool standards and developmentally appropriate practice. Qualifications: · Bachelor’s degree or higher in elementary/early childhood general education · Master’s degree and NYS certification in Special Education · NYS certification in School Administration and Supervision · At least 5 years of classroom teaching and experience in early childhood special education Job Responsibilities: · Monitor teacher’s adherence to IEP goals and mandates, ensure that paperwork is updated in a timely manner · Review all teacher progress reports and report cards/student’s attendance · Ensure the health and safety of students and staff by monitoring school environment and staff interactions with children · Attend Team Meetings and parent meetings as needed and periodically to monitor effectiveness of meetings · Instruct teachers in creating lesson plans and review lesson plans on a weekly basis, providing feedback in necessary · Observe teachers, TAs, and students in the classroom to ensure effectiveness of instruction and appropriateness of activities and strategies · Participate in teacher meetings to communicate administrative information and facilitate best practice discussions · Participate in monthly TA meetings to communicate administrative information and facilitate best practice discussions · Participate in supervisor’s meetings to plan and monitor all areas of the educational program · Assist teachers in planning, implementing, and obtaining resources for thematic instruction · Communicate with therapists to ensure continuity of services and appropriateness of classroom interventions · Train new faculty in the policies and procedures of the program · Recruit, interview and select teachers, TAs, and therapeutic staff · Help teachers find and attend professional conferences · Coordinate enrollment of new students by working with the CPSE administrators; including touring parents, observing children, communicating with the CPSE, reviewing evaluations, and completing required paperwork to enroll students · Daily walk through of classrooms to monitor all aspects of instruction, intervention, safety, and health · Research new educational information and activities for teachers · Monitor bussing procedures · Monitor attendance and punctuality of staff · Develop class rosters and staffing assignments in July and August · Assist in planning and implementing events such as workshops, parent orientation, parent conferences, graduation, and other school-wide events · Monitor and approve materials and equipment orders · Monitor and approve requests for personal/sick days and late arrival and early dismissal of staff · Directing staff and facilitating communication with parents during emergencies · Daily planning and debriefing meetings with principal · Serve as a role model for student and staff in demonstrating positive attitudes, appropriate attire and grooming and effective work ethic · Participate in school-wide projects/committees · Monitor 611-619 and maintaining records · Complete formal/informal teacher performance observations · Disseminate new IEP’s and reports to Administrative and Educational staff · Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines · Perform any duties and responsibilities that are within the scope of employment, as assigned by their supervisor and not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation · Notify school of absences due to illness, emergency leave, normal vacation periods, or professional meetings that will affect agreed upon services in the school · Treat all children with dignity and respect · Attend 3-5 evening orientation/conference events with parents · Must be able to lift 40 pounds

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