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Early Childhood Education Consultant, Bureau of Childcare Join to apply for the Early Childhood Education Consultant, Bureau of Childcare role at NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Early Childhood Education Consultant, Bureau of Childcare 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Early Childhood Education Consultant, Bureau of Childcare role at NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. The Bureau of Child Care ensures that child care services in New York City operate in compliance with the New York City Health Code and New York State Social Service regulations and are licensed or permitted as required by law. The Bureau routinely monitors child care programs to protect the health and safety of children while in the child care environment and actively works to improve and expand access to high quality programs which support early childhood development and learning. The Early Childhood Education Consultant will monitor and make recommendations to childcare programs throughout New York City to ensure that childcare services operate within regulatory compliance. Duties Will Include But Not Be Limited To Evaluate and assess child care programs (center-based, residential, school-based and after-school programs) to assure compliance with local, state and federal regulations and applicable performance standards. Provide consultation, guidance and technical assistance to prospective and current child care providers and staff concerning educational programming, appropriate organization and classroom management techniques, and other best practices within the field. Serve as a resource person for the Bureau and providers on current trends and research in Early Childhood Education. Issue notices of violation and make recommendations for issuance or denial or child care permits or licenses and/or closure of programs having imminent health hazards. Examine records and files of the child care program, staff and children to ensure compliance with regulations. Investigate complaints about the operation of licensed child care services and allegations of unlicensed child care. Represent the Department at professional conferences and participate in professional development activities related to Early Childhood Education. Preferred Skills Professional Certification in Early Childhood Education; Strong communication, analytic, and observational skills; Ability to deduce potential impacts of conditions or assess risk; Writing skills including the ability to adequately describe observations in detail; Computer skills including the use of mobile computing devices. Position requires travel throughout the five boroughs using mass transit or a personal vehicle and carry/use mobile inspection equipment weighing approximately 15 pounds Why You Should Work For Us Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund. a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. a tax-deferred savings program and a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers. Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work. Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise. Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers! The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.

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Minimum Qualifications A masters degree in education from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by 12 semester hour graduate credits in early childhood or elementary education and three years of full-time satisfactory experience in one or a combination of the following: as the director or educational director of a licensed school or licensed program which is devoted largely to pre-school and/or kindergarten groups and which employs at least two licensed teachers of early childhood education; as the teacher director of a licensed school or licensed program which is devoted largely to pre-school and/or kindergarten groups and which employs at least one other licensed teacher of early childhood education; as a consultant in early childhood education who evaluates such programs and/or provides expert advice for such programs; or as a consultant in early childhood education who evaluates such programs and/or provides expert advice for such programs in a public agency; or A baccalaureate degree in education from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by student teaching in early childhood education (pre-K to 2nd grade) in an acceptable licensed program in a licensed school and a masters degree from an accredited college or university, in education, social work, psychology, or counseling and three years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in “1” above. Special Note Five years of satisfactory teaching experience as a licensed teacher of early childhood education may be substituted for the three years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above. Requirements for Assignment Level II To be considered for assignment to Assignment Level II candidates must have, in addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" above, one additional year of the full-time satisfactory experience described above." 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. , $74,781.00 – $74,781.00 Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Education and Training Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene by 2x Get notified about new Early Childhood Consultant jobs in All, MO . Early Childhood Education Consultant, Bureau of Childcare Early Childhood Education Consultant, Bureau of Childcare Early Childhood Teacher (Early Learning Center Preschool) Elementary Classroom Teacher - Grades K-6 Maternal Child Educator - Educational Services Daycare Teacher (ongoing applications being taken) Intermediate Classroom Teacher - Grades 5 and 6 High School Special Education Resource Teacher - Behavior Focus Special Education Teacher - Resource (Grades 5-6) High School Science Teacher (Grades 9-12) Secondary Teacher - Graduate Talent Pool - 2025/2026 Instructor, Greenwood-9 month appointment, Kindergarten Primary Teacher - Experienced Talent Pool - 2025/2026 Secondary Teacher - Experienced Talent Pool - 2025/2026 Instructor, Greenwood-9 month appointment - 5th grade Instructor, Special Education NT-9 month appt Substitute Teacher - Greene Valley School We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

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