About the Role The Lead Teacher provides instructional leadership and a nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom aligned to NYC DOE early childhood standards. Key Duties Plan and deliver daily lessons aligned to UPK/3K frameworks; differentiate for individual needs. Create a warm, culturally responsive classroom; maintain routines, visuals, centers, and materials. Observe, document, and assess children’s progress; maintain portfolios and progress reports. Collaborate with Assistant Teacher/Helper; model best practices and delegate tasks effectively. Communicate regularly with families; lead conferences, newsletters, and classroom updates. Ensure health, safety, and supervision at all times; adhere to DOE/DOH policies. Participate in monthly staff development; implement feedback and program initiatives. Support referrals and in-class services for children receiving special education/related services.
Key Responsibilities • Child Supervision & Safety, • Monitor children at all times to ensure safety indoors and outdoors., • Assist in guiding children through transitions and routines., • Classroom Support, • Help prepare learning materials, activities, and lesson supplies., • Set up and clean up classrooms before and after activities., • Maintain organized and clean learning areas., • Instructional Support, • Work with small groups or individual children to reinforce skills taught by the lead teacher., • Read stories, sing songs, and engage children in age-appropriate activities., • Encourage positive social interactions and model appropriate behavior., • Caregiving Duties, • Assist with meals, snacks, handwashing, and toileting as needed., • Support routines like nap time, arrival, and dismissal., • Family & Staff Collaboration, • Communicate daily highlights or concerns with the lead teacher., • Maintain confidentiality regarding children and families., • Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and school events.
We are currently looking for a daycare assistant. Position to be filled ASAP. We are a New York City licensed Day Care. All candidates interested in applying can send their resume. P/T work. 1. Must be .. bilingual English/Spanish., 2. Two work related references and 2 personal references., 3. Must be outgoing and friendly., 4. Computer friendly., 5. Good communication skills, able to follow directions and instructions., 6. Must get to work on time daily Mon. to Fri., 7. Must be hands on and self-starter., 8. Have a High School diploma or above., 9. Cleaning/Potty training/changing diapers., 10. Must be able to complete State required finger printing and a background check., 11. Willing to complete the State's mandated 15 hour Health and Safety Certification, CPR and First Aid., 12. Experienced in Daycare settings preferred. We look for individuals with cheerful dispositions, patience, flexibility and is a team player. Applicants must be able to effectively communicate with parents, coworkers and administration. Responsibilities Assist in supervising and engaging children in daily activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Support the lead teacher in implementing educational programs and lesson plans tailored for toddlers and infants. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the daycare space, including toys and learning materials. Communicate effectively with parents regarding children's progress and any concerns. Administer basic first aid as needed and uphold CPR certification standards. Job Types: Part-time, 20 - 25 hours per week. Must be available to work Mon to Fri.. starting at 730 am