FAMILY LIAISON/SUBSTITUTE (MATERNITY LEAVE) – EL PRIMER PASO
El Primer Paso Ltd., a nonprofit bilingual educational services corporation serving preschool children and their families, is seeking to employ a full-time Family Liaison/Substitute for a Maternity Leave position. Duties will include assisting in the classroom, as needed, and supporting parents through information, referral, follow-up, and parent education programs. The successful candidate will also be able to assist the Executive Director with marketing strategies using social media.
Qualifications:
- Two years of college (A.A. degree or working toward Bachelor’s) in education, social work or a related field.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish). Able to handle face-to-face and phone conversations, read and translate letters and other documents.
- Self-directed individual who can follow through with assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
- Excellent interpersonal skills. Able to interact comfortably with parents, children, staff and the general public.
- Some experience working with preschool age children.
- Social media marketing experience desirable.
Terms of employment:
- Maternity leave position (March 2026 through October 2026)
- 40 hours per week
- Flexible schedule with some evenings
Send cover letter, transcripts, degree, and resume to Kathleen Casiano, Executive Director, at director@elprimerpaso.org
TEACHER – ACORN ACADEMY
Position Overview
The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and implement educational curriculum.
- Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
- Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
- Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
- Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
- Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
- Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
- Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
PT/FT TEACHERS – LIGHTBRIDGE ACADEMY MOUNTAIN LAKES
Full Job Description:
If you have a love for children and enjoy fostering their “a-ha” moments… join our team! We are seeking enthusiastic and happy teachers with a love for children and a desire to make a positive difference every day. As a Lightbridge teacher your days will be filled with laughter, learning and hugs! Our nurturing culture isn’t only for children, it’s for everyone in our Circle of Care.
When you join the Lightbridge Academy family, you become part of a team of lifelong learners, who are passionate about children and families… just like you are. You will quickly realize that we are more than just a daycare. We are a place where memories are made. Our teachers get to impact the lives of infant, toddler, preschool, and pre-k children while earning the title of early childhood experts!
As a Lightbridge teacher, you will:
- Make children smile through hands on fun and silliness.
- Create memories that children will cherish and take with them when they graduate.
- Offer support to parents through daily interactions and communication.
- Share with your co-workers the joys of creating a-ha moments with children.
- Build a team atmosphere within your classroom.
- Fulfill your career dreams, while nurturing little future leaders