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  • Toddler Lead Teacher
    Toddler Lead Teacher
    8 days ago
    $20–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    Long Island City, Queens

    We are looking for an experienced Toddler Lead Teacher to join our team. Salary: $20–$25 per hour Requirements: Diki Sunshine Childcare Center is a new established center located in Astoria, Queens and we are hiring lead teachers for 12 months to 24 months classroom. The positions will start immediately. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Toodler 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 Toddler Teacher, you will play a crucial role in educating and caring for children aged 12 to 24 months, ensuring they are prepared for their next steps in education. Duties • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that promote learning through play and exploration., • Manage classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a positive and safe learning environment., • Assess children's developmental progress and adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs., • Foster strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to support children's growth., • Incorporate special education strategies when necessary to accommodate diverse learning needs., • Organize activities that promote physical, social, and emotional development., • Maintain a clean and organized classroom space conducive to learning., • Communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress and any concerns., • Collaborate with other educators and staff to enhance the educational experience., • Qualifications, • A Associate Degree or Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education (B-2)., • Child Development Associate (CDA) certification and a study plan leading to an associate's degree in early childhood education within seven years., • High school diploma or equivalent (GED); nine college credits in early childhood education or child development; two years’ experience caring for children, and a study plan leading to an associate's degree in early childhood education within seven years., • High school diploma or equivalent (GED) and five years of supervised experience in an infant/toddler classroom if currently employed in a permitted child care program., • High school diploma or equivalent (GED); and a study plan that is acceptable to the department leading to nine credits in early childhood education or childhood development within two years; and a study plan leading to an associate's degree in early childhood., • Previous experience in a school or childcare is preferred., • Strong skills in classroom management to maintain an effective learning environment., • Experience in babysitting, nannying, or caregiving for young children is advantageous., • Familiarity with toddler care principles and practices., • A genuine passion for educating young children and supporting their development., • Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with children, parents, and colleagues

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  • Special Education Itinerant Teacher
    Special Education Itinerant Teacher
    2 months ago
    $70–$72 hourly
    Part-time
    Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn

    We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT) to provide individualized, mandate-based services to students in primarily Brooklyn but other boroughs may vary. SEIT will deliver instructional and behavioral support aligned with the student’s IEP/IESP goals, collaborate with school staff and related service providers, and document progress consistently. This is a 5-hour per week mandate in a supportive school setting. Duties: Provide 1:1 and/or small-group SEIT services as outlined in the student’s mandate and IEP/IESP. Implement evidence-based instructional strategies to support academic, social-emotional, communication, and behavioral goals. Differentiate instruction and scaffold learning based on student needs. Collect data and maintain clear documentation of student performance and progress. Collaborate with classroom teachers, paraprofessionals, related service providers, and families. Participate in team meetings as needed to support student success. Prepare and submit session notes/progress reports in accordance with agency and DOE requirements. Maintain professional standards, confidentiality, and compliance with NYC DOE/CPSE policies. Skills: NYS Certified Special Education Teacher (Students with Disabilities- Birth –2nd grade) MANDATORY! Experience working with early childhood and/or school-aged students with special needs Strong knowledge of IEP/IESP goals and mandate-based service delivery Reliable, punctual, and professional in school settings Ability to communicate clearly with school teams and families Join us in creating a nurturing environment where every child’s potential is unlocked! This paid position offers the chance to work closely with passionate educators committed to transforming lives through innovative teaching methods. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the field of special education—especially within early childhood or preschool contexts—this role is perfect for you! Pay: $70.00 - $72.00 per hour Expected hours: 5 per week License/Certification: NYS Certified Special Education Teacher (Students with Disabilities- Birth –2nd grade (REQUIRED)

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  • Kindergarten Teacher
    Kindergarten Teacher
    15 days ago
    $70000–$90000 yearly
    Full-time
    Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn

    Job description: Brooklyn RISE, a growing K-8 charter school in Brooklyn, invites passionate and committed educators to apply to the position of Kindergarten Teacher for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. Brooklyn RISE is founded on the belief that all students, regardless of race, disability, home language, SES status, or zip code can learn and achieve at high levels in a highly supportive and academically rigorous environment. Brooklyn RISE is a small school serving 380 students K-7, and we are growing by one grade level each year until we are a fully enrolled K-8 charter school of 430 students in SY2026. We are expanding our team of passionate, adaptive, and detail-oriented educators united behind our mission – building the knowledge, skills, and mindsets for academic success, ensuring all of our students are on the path to college. ob Summary The Kindergarten Teacher position is a full-time co-teaching position. All Brooklyn RISE teachers are responsible for intellectual preparation for each lesson, building strong and positive relationships with students and families, using data to tailor their instruction, and actively engaging in collaboration with their colleagues. Essential Functions • Execute daily lesson plans for all assigned blocks (mix of lead teaching and supporting), • Implement all Brooklyn RISE routines and procedures with fidelity, • Complete weekly lesson annotations to ensure high quality instruction, • Actively participate in all professional development sessions and weekly coaching sessions, • Incorporate feedback from coaches in a timely manner, • Communicate weekly with families and other key stakeholders, • Provide students with frequent and accurate behavioral and academic feedback, • Identify students who are academically at risk and initiate effective intervention strategies, • Consistently analyze student data and engage in self-reflection on practices, • Complete all duties, posts and tasks as assigned Competencies • Commitment to uphold and execute upon the mission of Brooklyn RISE., • Unwavering, high expectations for all students, with a belief that all children deserve access to a college education, • Clear and effective communication skills for diverse audiences including students, staff, families, and the local community., • Solutions-focused style that encourages teamwork and collaboration to support the development students., • Willingness to foster creativity and innovation with enthusiasm for work, and ability to motivate and unite others in the work., • Persistence in the face of obstacles, productive problem-solving to counter setbacks, initiative to seize opportunities to make change and solicit feedback., • Belief in student empowerment and willingness to allow students to play an active role in supporting the school’s vision and climate., • Commitment to results-driven approach, with strong ability to analyze data and use it to inform decision-making., • Ability to reflect on how to improve, self-awareness of strengths and weaknesses, willingness to take responsibility for actions and mistakes. Job Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred., • Minimum two years of teaching preferred., • New York State teacher license/certification preferred., • Dual certification in Special Education or TESOL preferred, • Successful classroom manager who has used structure, incentives, and high expectations to drive student success., • Experienced classroom teacher with demonstrated quantifiable and objective student performance gains that surpass state or local averages., • Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities, including those with special needs and low skill level in an inclusive classroom setting., • Demonstrated ability to work well in a team, especially with parents and community members.

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