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  • Head Preschool Teacher / Lead Preschool Teacher
    Head Preschool Teacher / Lead Preschool Teacher
    13 hours ago
    $25–$29 hourly
    Part-time

    Pay $50,000 – 60,000 / full year of 12 months (equivalent to $24-29/hour) Pay is higher for candidates with more qualifications / experience. Benefits Health insurance · Paid time off (PTO) · Paid federal holidays · Additional paid time off in school breaks unless there is professional development training · Discounted childcare · CDA tuition paid by the school · Referral bonus. Schedule Monday – Friday, 8:15 AM – 4:15 PM, occasional overtime at equivalent hourly rate Type Full-time, in person Start Date Negotiable, latest October 1, 2026 QUALIFICATIONS Education — meeting ONE of these requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Education, Psychology, Health Care, Nursing, or any other field related to Child Growth and Development; OR Teaching Certification from the Department of Education in Elementary Education, Nursery School, Preschool through Third Grade (P-3), or Teacher of the Handicapped; OR Master's Degree in Education or in fields related to Education, Child Growth and Development; OR Montessori education equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree; OR Bachelor's Degree in other fields, plus 6+ college credits and 3+ years of experience related to Early Childhood Education, or Education, or Child Growth and Development; OR Master's Degree in other fields, plus 9+ college credits related to Early Childhood Education, or Education, or Child Growth and Development. Experience: Minimum 2 years in a childcare center or preschool with toddler or preschool age groups (1.5–5 years old), including at least 1 year as a Lead Teacher or Head Teacher. Prior Reggio Emilia experience is welcome but not required. We value educators who are curious, reflective and interested in child-led, inquiry-based learning. Basic skills: Communication skills to speak and write to parents professionally Basic IT skills (Google Drive/Docs, Microsoft Office) Strongly preferred, not required at hiring: College credits in early childhood education or child development — either part of a degree or additional credits beyond the degree Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate Required after hiring: Obtaining the Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate within 2 years — cost paid by the school Compliance: Candidate must pass CARI, CHRI, health checks as required by NJ State before being hired ABOUT THE LIBERTY SCHOOL The Liberty School is a Reggio Emilia preschool in Downtown Jersey City serving young children in a newly built, beautiful, and thoughtfully designed learning environment. We view children as capable, curious, and creative learners. Our teachers observe children closely, build curriculum around their questions and interests, and create meaningful opportunities for exploration through art, nature, sensory experiences, language, movement, collaboration, and play. Our classrooms incorporate natural light, open-ended materials, child-led exploration, learning documentation, and carefully prepared spaces designed to feel welcoming and engaging. The school serves children from approximately 18 months through five years old. ABOUT THE POSITION The Liberty School is seeking an experienced and capable Head Teacher to lead a toddler or preschool classroom. The Head Teacher is responsible for creating a warm, safe, organized, and intellectually engaging classroom while providing leadership to other classroom staff. The successful candidate will combine genuine care for young children with sound judgment, dependable classroom management, clear communication, and a commitment to high-quality early childhood education. What You Will Bring to the Classroom You will lead our mixed-age classroom of children aged 18 months to 2.5 years or from 2.5 to 5 years, working alongside assistant teachers. Teaching • Observe children's interests and build curriculum and provocations from what you see, • Plan across art, sensory, literacy, math, science, music, and movement, • Document learning through photos, children's words, and displayed work, • Support social-emotional growth, self-help skills, and kindergarten readiness Leading • Direct, mentor, and give feedback to assistant teachers, • Set the tone and the routines of the classroom, • Keep the environment prepared, beautiful, and fully stocked Communicating with families • Daily communication at drop-off and pickup, plus written updates, • Lead parent-teacher conferences and share developmental observations Operations • Attendance, allergy and dietary records, incident reports, health and safety routines, • Maintain compliance with NJ childcare licensing requirements, • Growth, • Participate in coaching, reflection, and professional development The Person We Hope to Meet You may be a strong fit for this position if you are: • Warm and responsive with young children., • Confidence leading a classroom and supporting other teachers., • Curious about how children think and learn., • Organized, dependable, and attentive to detail., • Able to communicate thoughtfully with families and colleagues., • Comfortable combining creativity with consistent classroom systems., • Open to reflection, feedback, and continued professional growth.

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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    6 days ago
    $27 hourly
    Full-time

    Hot & Fresh LLC is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Chef for our new Home Style Comfort Cafeteria-Restaurant. This is a full-time position with immediate availability. Our Company: We are a Home Style Comfort Cafeteria-Restaurant with an open kitchen, offering a grill menu with a fast food touch of Southern dishes and a mix of world influences. Our new restaurant, well located at a busy corner, has 1,700 SF shared between a Coffee-Bakery section with a grab & go area for early operations (fresh coffee, breakfast sandwiches, natural juices) and an Open Kitchen. There’s a nice outdoors seating space with a capacity of 35-45. Our Philosophy: We prioritize honesty and safety. Our premises are pristine, clean, and well-organized to produce fresh, tasty, and high-quality food products without low-quality frozen or artificially engineered ingredients. Our baking goods contain only flour, water, butter, eggs, milk, and chocolate; we do not serve frozen, low-quality products. We are committed to providing simple home-style comfort food, fast food, along with fresh, tasty salads, soups, and desserts. We offer a respectful and flexible working environment where creativity and professional growth are encouraged. The Role: We are looking for a professional who combines technical talent with strong values such as discipline and kindness. Key responsibilities include: • Planning and executing all kitchen and cafeteria production., • Managing daily operations, including staff scheduling, inventory tracking, and food safety compliance., • Collaborating with management on vendor selection, budgeting, menu renovation, and cost analysis., • Training staff in sanitary standards and customer service., • Coordinating catering events alongside regular on-site operations. Qualifications: • 4-5 years of kitchen management or supervisory experience in a high-volume environment., • Advanced knowledge of culinary arts and hands-on experience with grilling, charbroiling, and plating., • Familiarity with Rational combi ovens., • Strong leadership skills and the ability to multitask under pressure., • Relevant professional and sanitary certifications., • Ability to maintain a static position for extended periods and lift up to 45 pounds. Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with experience, with a starting pay of $27.00/hr. We offer performance-based raises, incentive profit-sharing, loyalty bonuses for long-term employees, and recognition rewards. If you are a team player with a passion for excellence and a positive attitude, please submit your resume for consideration. Thank you for your time and attention.

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  • Nail Technician
    Nail Technician
    22 days ago
    Full-time
    Maplewood

    Join the vibrant team at Dominican Sparkle Beauty Salon as a skilled Nail Technician! We are seeking a passionate and creative professional dedicated to providing exceptional nail care services and enhancing our clients' beauty experience. If you excel at artistry, customer service, and maintaining a pristine environment, we invite you to contribute your talents to our growing salon. Responsibilities: • Perform a wide range of nail services, including manicures, pedicures, gel applications, acrylics, and creative nail art., • Consult with clients to assess their needs, preferences, and provide expert recommendations for nail care., • Maintain impeccable hygiene and sanitation standards for all tools, equipment, and workstations, ensuring client safety and comfort., • Build and nurture strong client relationships through outstanding service, professional engagement, and a friendly demeanor., • Ensure a relaxing, enjoyable, and safe experience for every client during their visit., • Stay current with the latest nail trends, techniques, and product knowledge to offer innovative services., • Manage appointments and client records efficiently, contributing to smooth salon operations. Qualifications: • Valid Nail Technician license., • Proven experience performing diverse nail services with a high level of artistry and precision., • Excellent knowledge of nail care products, techniques, and strict adherence to sanitation protocols., • Exceptional customer service and communication skills, with the ability to engage positively with clients., • Strong artistic ability and keen attention to detail for flawless nail finishes., • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a dynamic team in a fast-paced salon environment. Benefits: • Employee discount on salon services and products., • Flexible scheduling options., • Opportunity to work in a supportive and creative atmosphere where your skills are valued and encouraged.

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  • Barista
    Barista
    29 days ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Bean & Bean is a family-owned specialty coffee roaster with three locations across NYC and NJ. We've been roasting and serving since 2008, and coffee craft is central to everything we do here, from sourcing single-origin lots to training the team that brews them. If you want to know more about who we are, start here: Meet the Team. We're always looking for people who are curious about coffee. Whether you have a background in specialty coffee or you're newer to the industry and looking to grow, we'd love to hear from you. We have an immediate opening at our FiDi café. What we're looking for: • Passion for specialty coffee and hospitality, • Availability 20-30 hours/week, • Proficiency in espresso dialing, milk steaming, latte art, and pour-over -- with the ability to maintain quality during rushes, • Strong customer service instincts, • A collaborative team player who's friendly, outgoing, and eager to grow Responsibilities: • Provide exceptional service at the cashier and front-of-house, • Brew espresso drinks with latte art and prepare pour-overs, • Share the story behind Bean & Bean's carefully curated beans with customers, • Assemble simple food offerings including sandwiches and pastries, • Keep the café clean and equipment sanitized, • Restock and maintain inventory throughout the day Benefits: Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid training Real advancement opportunities -- we promote from within Job Type: Part-time

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  • Development Manager - Newark Public Radio
    Development Manager - Newark Public Radio
    1 month ago
    $80000–$100000 yearly
    Full-time
    Central Ward, Newark

    The Development Manager is a key member of WBGO’s development team, responsible for managing a portfolio of mid-level and major donors. This portfolio represents a significant source of contributed revenue and plays a critical role in supporting the station’s long-term sustainability and mission. Reporting directly to the Chief Development Officer, the Development Manager will focus on cultivating, stewarding, and growing donor relationships through strategic, personalized engagement. This position requires strong cross-functional collaboration across departments including programming, marketing, and finance, and a forward-thinking, solutions-oriented mindset. The ideal candidate is highly collaborative, creatively strategic, and has a track record of success working in the arts and culture space. This is a full-time position with a hybrid schedule. Qualifications • 6+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience, including direct management of a portfolio of mid-level and major donors., • Proven experience working in the arts and culture space is required., • Experience in public media and/or jazz music is a plus but not required., • Exceptional interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including board members, staff, community partners, and donors., • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills., • Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism., • A resourceful, creative thinker who brings fresh approaches to donor engagement and problem solving., • Experience in internal and external communications, partnership development, and fundraising strategy., • Adept at using donor databases and CRM tools (Salesforce experience preferred)., • Thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and comfortable working cross-functionally., • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously., • A commitment to WBGO’s mission and role as a cultural institution rooted in community and excellence.

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  • ESL Teacher
    ESL Teacher
    2 months ago
    $65000–$100000 yearly
    Full-time
    Forest Hill, Newark

    About Maria L. Varisco-Rogers Charter School Established in 1999, the Maria L. Varisco-Rogers Charter School is an exemplary public charter school catering to students in grades K–8, boasting an outstanding academic record. The mission of MLVR Charter School is to improve the educational achievement of all students based on the belief that all children can learn. This belief is made a reality through the collaboration of our staff, parents, and the community at large. We plan our instructional and support programs to help all of our students become as proficient as possible in the fundamental subjects of technology, world languages, mathematics, and language arts and literacy. Description: MLVR Charter School searching for a Bilingual/Bicultural ESL Teacher to join our talented team! Candidates must possess a NJ Bilingual/Bicultural endorsement (CEAS, CE, Provisional, Standard, or Limited CE accepted). Responsibilities and Duties • Create, deliver, and evaluate lessons in accordance with the curriculum and state standards., • Establish and maintain a classroom culture that promotes learning, respect, and high expectations., • Establish and maintain communication with families regarding student progress and classroom activities., • Maintain up-to-date class records, including attendance logs and grade computations., • Attend weekly PLC meetings to actively collaborate with educational team., • Participate in professional development and school-wide initiatives., • Support school events such as field trips, parent engagement nights, and other activities meant to foster a sense of community. Requirements: • Candidate must possess at a minimum a Bachelor's Degree., • Candidate must possess a New Jersey Bilingual/Bicultural endorsement. (CEAS, CE, Provisional, Standard, or Limited CE accepted)- We will accept Alternate Route Teachers and will provide ongoing professional development., • Candidate must speak Spanish. Benefits Offered to Full-time staff • Medical (includes vision) and Dental coverage, • Enrollment in NJ State Pension Program, • Contributory Life Insurance, • Paid time off (sick and personal days), • Paid Holidays, • Optional benefits: Escrow (aka summer pay for 10 month employees), AFLAC, Equitable (AXA) 403b, etc.

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  • Nail Technician
    Nail Technician
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    2 Nail Technicians Wanted – Join Burte Lash & Nail in Financial District NYC Burte Lash & Nail is a boutique eyelash and nail studio located in the Financial District of Manhattan. We take pride in providing exceptional customer care, high-quality services, and a positive team environment. We are currently looking for passionate, reliable, and creative nail technicians who are excited to grow with us in this thriving industry. We value teamwork, fresh ideas, and individuals who genuinely enjoy working with clients. Training will also be provided to help you learn our techniques and service standards. We Are Hiring: 2 Nail Technicians (Part-Time or Full-Time) Nail Technician Requirements: • Minimum 1 year of professional experience Proficient in:, • E-file cleaning, • Nail art, • Nail extensions, • Nail repair/fixing, • Gel manicure, • Gel pedicure, • Hand and foot massage, • Strong attention to detail and sanitation, • Friendly, communicative, and enthusiastic personality, • Creative mindset with willingness to contribute new ideas, • Reliable and professional, • Speed Requirements:, • Regular gel manicure: 1–1.5 hours, • Gel nail extensions: 2–2.5 hours Schedule Availability: Position 1: • Must be available:, • Fridays: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM, • Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM, • Additional weekday hours may also be available, • Position 2:, • Must be available:, • Tuesday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM, • Thursdays: 10:30 AM – 8:30 PM Compensation: • 50% commission or hourly pay, • Flexible based on your preference and experience Additional Requirements: • Must be available to work weekends, • Must be able to commute to Financial District, NYC (Zip Code: 10038) within 45 minutes, • Valid work authorization required (Work Permit, SSN, or ITIN), • Nail Technician License preferred (or currently in progress) How to Apply: Please message us on instagram for more details as well as: • Your resume, • 10 photos showcasing your nail work and expertise, • We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to our team!

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