A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
Monday to Friday, hours dependent upon age of class. Additional hours available if interested
Location:
[Dix Hills, NY] Why Join Us? We're seeking a nurturing, patient, and passionate educator to lead our young 2'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 young two-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's in Early Childhood or 9 college credits with a plan for Infant/Toddler Credential, plus 2 years of relevant experience. 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 Experience with background checks, SCR/FBI fingerprinting, and compliance measures
Preferred:
Familiarity with Jewish holidays and ability to integrate them sensitively 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 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 ✅ Ready to Nurture Big Growth in Little Ones? If you're a kind, attentive, and qualified educator excited to lead a toddler class and embed cultural richness, we'd love to meet you! All employment is subject to OCFS compliance, including fingerprint-based background checks and adherence to state-mandated staff-to-child ratios.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Paid time off Professional development assistance
