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Preschool jobs in United States

  • Assistant Teachers PreK
    Assistant Teachers PreK
    4 days ago
    $17–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Port Washington

    We are seeking a dedicated PreK Teacher Assistant located in Port Washington NY to join our early childhood education team. This paid, in-person position offers the opportunity to support engaging instruction, promote student growth, and collaborate with experienced educators in a positive classroom environment. • Support lesson planning and instruction aligned with New York State standards and Creative Curriculum for Preschool practices., • Assist with instruction in literacy, math, science, and physical education., • Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment., • Monitor student progress through portfolios and informal and formative assessments, adapting support as needed., • Collaborate with teachers on curriculum development, special education accommodations, early intervention strategies, and support for students with autism or other special needs., • Participate in ongoing professional development related to early childhood education., • Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student progress, behavioral concerns, and classroom activities. Qualifications and skills: • Classroom experience with young children from diverse backgrounds; private school experience is a plus., • Experience supporting lesson planning in literacy, math, and science., • Experience working with individuals with autism or providing early intervention services., • Knowledge of behavior management techniques., • Strong communication and collaboration skills., • Ability to support effective classroom management and maintain high levels of student engagement. Pay: $25.00–$35.00 per hour

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  • Daycare Assistant
    Daycare Assistant
    8 days ago
    Full-time
    Jamaica, Queens

    Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Daycare Assistant! In this rewarding role, you will support the development, safety, and well-being of young children in a nurturing and engaging environment. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a positive space where children can learn, explore, and grow. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives while gaining valuable experience in early childhood education. Responsibilities Supervise children during daily activities, playtime, meals, and rest periods to ensure their safety and engagementAssist lead teachers with classroom management and instructional activities focused on child development and learning milestonesSupport infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with age-appropriate care routines, including diapering, feeding, and hygiene practicesImplement classroom activities that promote social skills, creativity, and early learning concepts such as language development and motor skillsCommunicate effectively with parents about their child's progress, behavior, and needs to foster strong relationshipsFollow all safety protocols including first aid procedures, pediatric first aid guidelines, and mandated reporting laws for child welfare concernsMaintain a clean, organized classroom environment that encourages exploration while adhering to health and safety standardsSkills Experience working with children in daycare centers or preschool settingsKnowledge of child development instruction and early childhood education principlesAbility to manage classroom behavior through positive reinforcement and effective behavior management strategiesFamiliarity with first aid, CPR, pediatric first aid procedures, and emergency response protocolsStrong communication skills for parent interaction and team collaborationExperience working with individuals with disabilities or special education needs is a plusClassroom experience involving toddler care, infant care, or childcare supervision is highly valuedUnderstanding of mandated reporting laws related to child safety and welfareSkills in caregiving, babysitting, or teaching young children across diverse developmental stagesEmbark on a fulfilling career that nurtures the next generation! We are committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training opportunities in childhood development and classroom management. Join us to make a difference every day in the lives of children and their families! Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) matchingChildcareWork Location: In person

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  • Daycare Teaching Assitant
    Daycare Teaching Assitant
    9 days ago
    $17–$21 hourly
    Part-time
    Jamaica, Queens

    Daycare Teaching Assistant Hearts and Minds Daycare LLC – Jamaica, Queens, NY Hearts and Minds Daycare is seeking a dependable, energetic, and caring Teaching Assistant to join our early childhood education team. We serve children ages 2–5 and are looking for someone who enjoys working with young children and understands that a strong classroom requires active engagement, teamwork, consistency, and attention to daily routines. Responsibilities The Teaching Assistant will work alongside the classroom teacher to support the daily operation of the classroom. Responsibilities include: • Actively supervising and engaging with children throughout the day, • Supporting learning centers, small-group activities, circle time, art projects, and other classroom activities, • Assisting children during meals, transitions, toileting, handwashing, rest time, and other daily routines, • Helping prepare classroom materials and activities, • Maintaining a clean, safe, organized classroom, • Cleaning and resetting tables, learning centers, toys, and classroom materials throughout the day, • Supporting meal and snack setup and cleanup, • Assisting with arrival and dismissal procedures, • Completing assigned classroom and daily support tasks, • Following classroom schedules, center policies, and staff procedures, • Communicating professionally with teachers, administrators, children, and families, • Using positive, age-appropriate guidance and redirection techniques, • Supporting other classrooms or areas of the program when needed We Are Looking For Someone Who: • Is dependable and arrives to work on time, • Is warm, patient, and comfortable working with children ages 2–5, • Takes initiative and notices what needs to be done, • Can remain actively engaged with children rather than waiting to be directed throughout the day, • Works well as part of a team, • Can follow established routines and procedures, • Is comfortable with cleaning and classroom-maintenance responsibilities, • Is willing to receive coaching and professional feedback, • Communicates professionally and respectfully Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent required, • Early childhood education coursework or experience preferred, • Previous daycare, preschool, childcare, camp, or classroom experience preferred, • Must be able to meet NYC childcare personnel requirements, • Must be willing to complete required trainings and clearances, • Ability to stand, bend, sit on the floor, lift classroom materials, and remain active throughout the workday Schedule Monday–Friday Part-time and full-time scheduling may be available based on program needs and candidate availability. Candidates should provide their true ongoing availability when applying. Scheduling and hiring decisions are made based in part on the availability provided

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  • Social Service Coordinator
    Social Service Coordinator
    12 days ago
    Part-time
    Far Rockaway, Queens

    ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES The Bilingual Early Intervention ISC and OSC Service Coordinator’s responsibilities may include: • Serve as the primary Service Coordinator for assigned infants, toddlers, and families., • Explain the Early Intervention Program, service coordination process, family rights, procedural safeguards, and available services to families., • Communicate with families in their preferred language when qualified to do so., • Develop trusting, respectful, and family-centered relationships with parents and caregivers., • Assist families with navigating the Early Intervention system., • Coordinate and facilitate communication among families, evaluators, Early Intervention providers, Early Intervention Officials/Designees, and other professionals involved with the child., • Assist families with scheduling and coordinating multidisciplinary evaluations and other required appointments., • Participate in and coordinate IFSP meetings as required., • Assist families in identifying priorities, concerns, resources, and desired outcomes for their child and family., • Support the development, implementation, review, and amendment of the child’s IFSP., • Assist families with identifying available Early Intervention providers for authorized services., • Coordinate the initiation of authorized Early Intervention services., • Monitor whether services are being delivered in accordance with the child’s IFSP., • Follow up with families and providers regarding missed, delayed, interrupted, or unavailable services., • Identify barriers affecting service delivery and communicate concerns to the appropriate Early Intervention personnel., • Maintain ongoing contact with assigned families in accordance with program requirements and individual family needs., • Assist families with accessing community programs, healthcare resources, social services, educational resources, and other supports when appropriate., • Advocate for family participation and informed decision-making throughout the Early Intervention process., • Support transition planning as children approach age three and prepare to transition from the Early Intervention Program., • Collaborate with families regarding potential transition to preschool special education or other appropriate community services., • Complete all required case notes, service coordination documentation, contact logs, IFSP-related documentation, and other records accurately and within required timeframes., • Maintain accurate and current information within required Early Intervention systems., • Maintain confidentiality of child and family information in accordance with applicable federal and New York State requirements and Angel Community Alliance policies., • Participate in required orientation, training, supervision, quality-assurance activities, and professional-development activities., • Follow all applicable New York State Early Intervention Program requirements, policies, procedures, and ethical standards., • Bilingual Service Coordinators may be responsible for:, • Communicating directly with families in both English and their qualified second language., • Explaining Early Intervention processes and requirements in a manner families can understand., • Supporting culturally and linguistically responsive communication., • Helping reduce language-related barriers to participation in Early Intervention services., • Communicating effectively with bilingual families while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality., • Utilizing approved interpretation and translation resources when circumstances require services beyond the Service Coordinator’s language competency or role. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Candidates must meet applicable New York State Early Intervention Program requirements for Service Coordinators and Angel Community Alliance credentialing requirements. Preferred qualifications include: • Bachelor’s degree or higher in psychology, social work, human services, early childhood education, special education, sociology, counseling, family studies, behavioral science, or a related field., • Experience working with infants, toddlers, children, or families., • Experience with children with developmental delays or disabilities., • Knowledge of Early Intervention, developmental disabilities, special education, Medicaid-funded programs, or community-based services., • Experience with case management or service coordination., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Strong organizational and time-management abilities., • Ability to manage multiple cases, deadlines, appointments, and documentation requirements., • Ability to communicate professionally with families, providers, government representatives, and other professionals., • Ability to work independently while remaining responsive to supervision and agency requirements., • Ability to maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records. Spanish-speaking candidates are highly preferred. Additional languages commonly spoken by families throughout New York City are also welcomed. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE Preference may be given to candidates with previous experience in: • New York State Early Intervention, • Initial Service Coordination (ISC), • Ongoing Service Coordination (OSC), • IFSP development and implementation, • Early Intervention transition planning, • Case management, • Family advocacy, • Developmental disabilities, • Early childhood development, • Community-based human services, • Working with culturally and linguistically diverse families, • EI-Hub or other Early Intervention documentation systems SKILLS & COMPETENCIES Successful candidates should demonstrate: • Compassion and professionalism, • Family-centered communication, • Cultural sensitivity, • Strong interpersonal skills, • Attention to detail, • Effective case-management skills, • Professional documentation skills, • Time management, • Problem-solving abilities, • Advocacy skills, • Reliability and responsiveness, • Ability to meet documentation deadlines, • Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary professionals

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  • Teacher
    Teacher
    1 month ago
    Full-time
    Flushing, Queens

    We are seeking a caring, responsible, and experienced Preschool Head Teacher to lead a classroom of young children ages 2-3 and 3-5 in a nurturing Montessori environment. The Head Teacher will create a prepared, respectful, and engaging classroom that encourages children’s independence, curiosity, and love of learning. Responsibilities • Lead and manage a Montessori preschool classroom for children ages 2 and age 4-5., • Prepare and maintain an organized, inviting, and developmentally appropriate Montessori environment., • Plan and provide Montessori-based lessons and hands-on learning experiences., • Introduce and demonstrate Montessori materials appropriately based on each child’s developmental needs., • Observe children and support their individual interests, abilities, and learning pace., • Encourage independence, concentration, self-discipline, and practical life skills., • Maintain consistent classroom routines, expectations, and positive behavior guidance., • Ensure the classroom is safe, clean, orderly, and well-prepared for learning., • Work closely with the assistant teacher and school administration., • Communicate professionally and regularly with parents and families., • Document children’s developmental progress and classroom observations., • Follow school policies, health and safety procedures, and licensing requirements.

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  • Preschool Teacher
    Preschool Teacher
    2 months ago
    $17–$35 hourly
    Part-time
    Whitestone, Queens

    employment type: full-time experience level: entry level job title: Teacher in Preschool Qualifications * B.A. in Early Childhood Education OR * B.A. in any field and enrolled in ECE college program We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will create a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children, fostering their social, emotional, and cognitive development. As a Teacher, you will be responsible for implementing age-appropriate curricula and engaging activities that promote learning through play. Your role is crucial in shaping the foundational experiences of our students in early childhood education. Responsibilities Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that align with early childhood education standards. Manage classroom behavior effectively to create a positive learning environment. Provide individualized attention to each child, ensuring their unique needs are met. Foster a safe and supportive atmosphere that encourages exploration and creativity. Monitor and assess children's progress through standardized testing and observational methods. Collaborate with parents and guardians to support child welfare and development at home. Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in preschool education. Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom space. Skills Strong classroom management skills to maintain an effective learning environment. Knowledge of early childhood education principles, including toddler care and behavior management. Experience in curriculum development tailored for preschool-aged children. Ability to educate young children using engaging methods that promote curiosity and learning. Understanding of child welfare principles to ensure the safety and well-being of all students. Join us in making a difference in the lives of young learners as we inspire them to grow, explore, and thrive!

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