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  • Day Care Assistant
    Day Care Assistant
    2 days ago
    Full-time
    Crown Heights, Brooklyn

    Angels Of God Daycare is seeking a caring, dependable, and energetic Daycare Assistant to support our teachers and help provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for young children. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, demonstrates patience and compassion, and is committed to supporting their social, emotional, and developmental needs. Key Responsibilities Assist the lead teacher with daily classroom activities, routines, and transitions. Supervise children closely to ensure their safety and well-being at all times. Help children with age-appropriate activities, learning experiences, play, meals, snacks, and rest periods. Support positive behavior and encourage sharing, cooperation, kindness, and respect. Assist with diapering, toileting, handwashing, and other age-appropriate personal care needs. Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment. Prepare and organize classroom materials, toys, and activities. Assist with indoor and outdoor play and educational activities. Communicate respectfully and professionally with children, parents, teachers, and staff. Follow daycare policies, health and safety procedures, and established routines. Observe and report children's needs, behaviors, or concerns to the lead teacher or director. Help with classroom cleaning and sanitizing throughout the day. Perform other duties as assigned by the daycare director or lead teacher. Qualifications Previous experience working with children is preferred. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Must be patient, dependable, responsible, and attentive. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude in a busy childcare environment. Must be physically able to safely interact with young children, including bending, lifting, sitting on the floor, and participating in activities. CPR/First Aid certification is preferred or willingness to obtain certification. Must be willing to comply with applicable childcare licensing, background-check, and health/safety requirements. Ideal Candidate The ideal Daycare Assistant is someone who genuinely enjoys caring for children and understands the importance of creating a loving, structured, and safe environment. We are looking for a team member who is dependable, compassionate, patient, and willing to learn and grow with our daycare community.

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  • Cosmetologist (Hair and Nail Tech)
    Cosmetologist (Hair and Nail Tech)
    2 months ago
    $17 hourly
    Full-time
    Parkchester, The Bronx

    We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and patient Licensed Cosmetologist to join our social adult daycare team. In this role, you will provide essential grooming and beauty services—including hair styling, basic manicures, and skin care—to our elderly participants. Your goal is to not only help our seniors look their best but also to boost their self-esteem, provide a therapeutic and relaxing experience, and bring joy to their daily routine.Key ResponsibilitiesHair Care Services: Provide safe and comfortable hair services including washing, cutting, setting, rollers, blow-drying, and styling tailored to senior preferences and hair types.Nail & Skin Care: Perform basic, non-medical manicures (nail shaping, cuticle care, light hand massage, and polishing) and gentle facial grooming/skin care.Client Safety & Comfort: Adapt techniques to accommodate clients with limited mobility, arthritis, or cognitive differences (such as dementia or Alzheimer's). Ensure safe transfers to and from the styling chair.Sanitation & Compliance: Maintain a spotlessly clean, sanitized, and organized salon station. Strictly adhere to state cosmetology board regulations and facility health and safety protocols.Social Engagement: Build warm, trusting relationships with participants. Act as an active listener, offering a friendly and uplifting environment during their services.Collaboration: Coordinate scheduling with the program director and activities team to ensure services fit smoothly into the daily activities calendar.Qualifications & SkillsLicense: Active and valid State Board of Cosmetology license (New York).Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of experience as a practicing cosmetologist. Experience working with seniors or in a healthcare/daycare setting is highly preferred.Physical Demands: Ability to stand for extended periods and safely assist seniors with minor mobility adjustments.Key Soft Skills: Exceptional patience, empathy, and strong communication skills. A warm, upbeat personality that resonates well with older adults.

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