431 Best young people Jobs in New York, NY (April 2025)

Speak 4 Life Program Mentor (Pay $40-$50/Hour)

Mission Statement Minds Beyond Measure (MBM), a nonprofit, strives to inspire purpose and passion, to empower and cultivate great minds in children, youth, and teachers to improve educational outcomes in New York and developing countries. Background of Our Organization Minds Beyond Measure (MBM), is a nonprofit, newly established in 2019. It was born from the founder's traveling experiences and living abroad across Asia, and seeing a lack of educational resources and the lack of access to education in some very impoverished communities. The journey included training teachers, teaching children and youth, visiting rural schools with limited or no resources, and experiencing children and youth who were hungry for small things, often taken for granted in the Western world, such as pencils and paper to write and books to read. This experience then evolved into a passion to serve the underserved, and at-risk and provide access to quality education for both teachers and students through pathways that inspire for life. This is when MBM was born. Job Description What if you could go to your place of employment with a renewed sense of purpose and direction, confident in the knowledge that the work you do contributes to a great cause? When you work with us in the role of Speak 4 Life (S4L) Program Mentor this could be your life. We're seeking someone who wants to give back to the community and be a part of making a lasting impact on young people. By using their passion, creativity, and communication skills (written and spoken), they will strive to inspire, empower, and positively impact young people through a 8-week program, where the focus is provide a safe space for them to develop and strengthen their writing and speaking skills, including resilience, social-emotional, team and leadership skills and lead them toward their freer and more expressive selves. Please Note: This is a paid opportunity offering $40-$50/hour, however, it requires a mandatory 2-day training program prior to starting which will be unpaid. If this sounds like the perfect fit, we'd love to hear from you! Job Duties and Tasks - Training (30 minutes a week) in the Speak 4 Life: Where Words & Verbs Make You Right For Life program - Co-facilitate a group of 10-12 incarcerated individuals with the Program Lead on - Evaluate and reflect on program effectiveness - Raise awareness of the mentor program to others Job Skills & Qualifications - Passionate about being a positive role model for young people - Students studying to be teachers or have prior teaching experience - Strong desire to positively impact children and youth - Confident with presenting and performing to groups of people - Comfortable with being assertive with children when the need arises - Comfortable working with children/youth in an urban environment - Strong communication, interpersonal, and team skills - Excellent organizational skills and time-management abilities - Creativity skills - Available to commit to a full program implementation for 8 weeks (2 hours each week): 1 hour - of lesson preparation and 1 hour of program implementation Preferred Qualifications - Experience working with underserved communities and/or at-risk youth - Experience and/or a passion to work with correctional facilities/detainees - Comfortable working with Rikers Prison Special Note on Riker’s Island The Speak 4 Life program will also include opportunities to engage with youth at Riker’s Island, providing mentorship and support through our program. This unique aspect of our program aims to offer hope, skill development, and a sense of community to incarcerated youth, helping them to build a positive future. This will begin as a pilot program (1 - 2 sessions), and if successful, we plan to continue our partnership with Riker’s Island. Additionally, the first session will involve shadowing the Program Lead to ensure a smooth start. Join us in making a difference in the lives of young people, both in schools and at Riker’s Island. Together, we can inspire and empower the next generation. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $40.00 per hour Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person

Terrific Tigers Learning Center is a community-focused childcare program dedicated to providing high-quality center-based care for families in Queens. We support every aspect of a child’s growth and development in a safe, loving, and enriching environment. Our program lays a strong educational foundation, preparing children for academic success and lifelong learning. We believe that families are a child’s first and most important teachers, and we work closely with parents to ensure each child thrives. Terrific Tigers are currently seeking nurturing, passionate, and enthusiastic educators who are committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young children. All positions are 12-months. Work hours are 8:00 am-6:00 pm Requirements for Lead Teacher Position: Enrolled in or completed Bachelors degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education. NY State Certification in Early Childhood Education B-2 (preferred). 1 to 2 years of experience working with children (ages 3-5). (Preferably in a childcare or school setting). Familiarity with Head Start/Early Head Start, the Creative Curriculum, preschool assessments, creating lesson plans, behavior management and early childhood practices. Must be willing to complete paperwork including lesson plans, child assessments, child daily logs and classroom logs. Spanish speaking highly preferred. Provide a safe, positive, creative and nurturing learning environment at all times. Guide children to learn language, gain autonomy, interact socially and participate in physical activities. Keep parents informed of their child’s progress and growth. Assist team members and volunteers in maintaining an orderly, safe and attractive classroom. Complete and submit all required paperwork and documentation as scheduled. Delegate and assign tasks as described in the job descriptions and program policies. Encourage parents to be active participants in their child's education. Ensure that all classroom activities are developmentally appropriate and carried out on a daily basis. Handle emergency situations as designated by program policies and procedures. Provide a setting that meets the individual needs of children, assess each child's developmental needs and write individual lesson plans. Flexible, and work with colleagues in a professional manner. Love working with young children. Support the diversity initiatives of the school. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Requires minimal supervision. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions. Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in the decision-making process; makes timely decisions. Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities. Additional center/school requirements may apply.'

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Stepping Stone Pre & Grade

Cambria Heights, Queens

Teacher & teacher assistant to work in early childhood institution located in Cambria Heights, Queens. Administrative staff, teaching staff, parents and students are all part of one great family atmosphere . Must love working with young children and have minimum education, high school certificate and more. Experience, a plus, And ready to work asap. Looking for people who are punctual, pleasant, and open to advance in the field of Early Childhood Stepping Stone is 40 + years at the same location and is well known and highly recognized 401K Offered

Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn

Le Meraviglie is a studio based in Brooklyn Heights that offers a host of art and sensory based classes for toddlers and children. During the summer months, Le Meraviglie runs an Art Camp for children ages 5-11. A typical day at Le Meraviglie includes outdoor art activities, story time, workshops, group activities, and a cooking workshop on Fridays. Le Meraviglie introduces children to different artists and art forms, including drawing, painting, collage, music, dance, and more. Field trips to the park, outdoor adventures, and collaborative art projects add excitement and variety to each day. Our camp schedule runs Monday through Friday, from late June 16 through September 5th. All camp staff will join for an orientation day in early June. Hours: 8am - 6pm, with a paid 45 minute break CAMP LEADER POSITION: We are looking for an experienced Camp Leader with 1-2 years experience running a successful summer camp program. We will also consider candidates who have 3-5 years proven experience managing youth programs in school or community-based settings. The Camp Leader will work in partnership with the owner of Le Meraviglie to manage the overall operation of the camp including outreach/intake, programming, and scheduling, as well as supervising all counselors and campers. The Camp Leader will be responsible for managing the day-to-day camp schedule, which includes neighborhood outings, meals and snacks, open play time, and art and cooking classes. This individual will model the culture of camp at Le Meraviglie Art, creating a safe, friendly, and respectful environment for staff, our campers, and their families. Salary: $1300 - $1500 per week, based on experience. The Camp Leader will be paid as an independent contractor. CAMP COUNSELOR POSITION: The ideal Camp Counselor candidate will have 1 -2 years experience working as a counselor for a children’s summer camp program. We will also consider candidates that have professional experience working in classrooms or youth-based community settings. Counselors will be responsible for managing a small group of campers through our schedule and activities each camp day. This individual should be confident in their ability to manage behaviors and in fostering a joyful and respectful learning environment for young people. We are looking for someone who will take initiative in the studio space, and support campers and fellow staff members accordingly. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter who is eager to learn, and will communicate professionally with Le Meraviglie staff, campers, and families. Salary: Approximately $20/hour, based on experience. Camp Counselors will be paid as independent contractors. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree Professional experience working with children ages 5-11 in a classroom, after-school, camp or community-based environment. Ability to utilize classroom management strategies to manage behaviors Demonstrated interest in the field of education, art education, or child development preferred Outstanding communication skills Ability to work both collaboratively and independently as needed Ability to problem-solve and think outside of the box Responsible and punctual team player Job Types: Full-time, Temporary Pay: From $20.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 50 per week Schedule: Monday to Friday Ability to Commute: Brooklyn, NY 11201 (Required) Work Location: In person

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