What We Offer:

Now Hiring:

Lead Teacher - Early Childhood 3's

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 9:00AM to 3:00PM. Additional hours available if interested

Location:

[Dix Hills, NY] Why Join Us? We are seeking an experienced, warm and dedicated educator to lead a 3's class. This role offers the chance to foster social-emotional growth and cognitive learning through relationship-based play and discovery.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum tailored to three-year-olds Provide consistent, warm supervision, maintaining a calm and engaging classroom environment Lead assistant teachers and collaborate with staff for smooth-day transitions Maintain professional communication with families — daily updates, anecdotal notes, and positive parent engagement Keep accurate documentation: attendance, incident logs, developmental portfolios Uphold early childhood best practices in classroom setup, behavior guidance, and hygiene routines

Required Qualifications:

OCFS-compliant credentials: At least an Associate Degree in Early Childhood, or a CDA . Hold or be able to obtain 30 hours of OCFS-approved training every 2 years, including topics like child development, safety, regulations, child abuse prevention, and shaken baby syndrome Current CPR/First-Aid certification Thorough understanding of

NYS OCFS

regulations, including ratios (1:5 for toddlers) and mandated reporter obligations Excellent communication skills

Preferred :

Familiarity with Jewish holidays and ability to integrate them into the classroom curriculum Experience in toddler group dynamics & social-emotional support Strong skills in team leadership, classroom organization, and engaging communication What we offer: A supportive, family-style team environment where your leadership is valued Continued professional development opportunities, including OCFS trainings and workshops Paid holidays and personal/sick days 401(k) The chance to grow a warm, engaging classroom for energetic toddlers — where every day brings new discoveries!

Interested candidates: Please submit your resume, copies of relevant certifications/credits, and a short statement on your experience with Jewish holidays and toddler care to Dhjc.ecadirector@gmail.com

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person