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Early Childhood

Apply for Early Childhood Roles

New York City Early Childhood Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) are independent organizations that partner with NYCPS to provide free, full-day, high-quality early childhood education. 

CBOs may be run by non-profits, nursery schools, charter schools, day care centers, and faith-based organizations. As Pre-K and 3K providers, CBOs are held to the same quality standards as District Schools. CBO teachers receive the same professional development and support as NYCPS teachers.

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Apply for Open Roles

Not Yet Certified to Teach?

CBOs offer full-time and part-time roles for early childhood educators who are not yet certified. 

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Certified or Will Be by September?

Make sure to submit the NYCPS Certified Teacher Application and express interest in opportunities at CBOs on your application to maximize your job search.

Eligibility for CBO Roles

Pre-K Study Plan Lead Teacher

  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a below related field with 12+ credit hours in early childhood coursework
  • Commit to obtaining Early Childhood teacher certification from the New York State Education Department (NYSED) within five years of employment
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3K Study Plan Lead Teacher

  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree
  • Have at least one year of experience working in early childhood education with students in grades 3 and younger
  • Commit to obtaining Early Childhood teacher certification from NYSED within seven years of employment
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Teachers' Aide

  • Be at least eighteen years old
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Assistant Teacher

  • Be at least eighteen years old
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Education Director

  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree
  • Possess NYSED teacher certification in early childhood or childhood education
  • Have at least two years of experience working in early childhood education 

How to Apply

Apply for Study Plan Lead Teacher, Teachers’ Aide, and Assistant Teacher roles at CBOs. 

Please note, CBOs manage their own hiring processes.

Step 1

Complete the CBO Early Childhood Teacher Application

Enter your education history, preferences for grade level and borough, and upload your resume as well as your undergraduate transcript if applicable.

Step 2

NYC Ʒ߿ Reviews Your Application

The initial review can take a few weeks. Once your application is accepted, your profile will be shared with hiring managers seeking staff through the Early Childhood Teacher Finder, and you will gain access to the Early Childhood Teacher Finder, which is continually updated to reflect staffing needs at CBOs across the city. 

Step 3

Search for Open Jobs at Schools

Once your application is approved, CBOs will be able to see you as a candidate on the Early Childhood Teacher Finder and on candidate lists which our office shares. You will be invited to networking events and will gain access to a live job board where you can see open positions and contact information for CBOs.

Step 4

Apply to Open Roles at Your Preferred School(s)

Reach out to hiring managers with a short cover letter explaining your interest in the open role. You may be asked to complete an interview and a demo lesson at the school.

Step 5

Prepare for Your Start Date

Once hired, you will get instructions on how to complete several tasks before your first day, like getting fingerprinted.

Interested in CBO Education Director roles?

Be sure to express interest in CBO opportunities when completing your NYCPS Certified Teacher Application. You will receive information about open Education Director positions, invitations to Education Director-only networking events, and CBOs will receive information about you! Reach out to hiring managers with a short cover letter explaining your interest in the open roles.