Education Specialist in Forest Hills, New York at FOREST HILLS COMMUNITY HOUSE

Queens Community House (QCH), a multi-site, multi-service settlement house serving the diverse neighborhoods of Queens, is seeking an Education Specialist to join our Queens Childcare Network (QCCN) team.

The Education Specialist will build strengths-based, collaborative relationships with licensed in-home childcare providers, offering coaching and support to enhance play-based, developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with the NYC Department of Education (DOE) curriculum. This role provides an exciting opportunity to shape early childhood education by empowering providers to create high-quality learning environments that support children’s growth and school readiness.

• Support 45+ in-home childcare providers serving over 500 children, from infants to age 12.
• Assist in launching and implementing NYC DOE EarlyLearn and 3K programs.
• Provide bi-monthly, strengths-based coaching to up to 17 affiliated providers to enhance curriculum delivery.
• Guide providers in adapting evidence-based curriculum to support mixed-age learning environments.
• Collaborate with the Education Director, Family Support Workers, and Health Monitors to provide holistic child and family support.
• Assist providers in observing child development, documenting progress, and using assessment data for curriculum planning.
• Maintain compliance with the DOE’s Early Childhood Framework for Quality (EFQ).
• Facilitate professional development sessions and coordinate learning days throughout the year.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners offering mental health, special needs, and supportive services.
• Attend weekly team meetings and NYC DOE training sessions.
• Support outreach, enrollment, and administrative tasks as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or Infant/Toddler Education (Master’s preferred). Degrees in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services will also be considered.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams) and Zoom.
• Experience working with children under age 5 (required).
• Ability to work remotely with reliable internet access.
• Willingness to travel within Queens for on-site coaching at in-home childcare locations.
• Strong time management, multitasking, and teamwork skills.
• Cultural competency and respect for diverse backgrounds of QCCN providers and families.
• Experience in family or group family childcare settings (preferred).

QCH offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
✅ Medical, dental, and vision insurance
✅ Life insurance
✅ Flexible spending accounts
✅ 403(b) retirement plan
✅ Up to 27 days of paid leave (including 17 in the first year), 12 sick days, and most federal holidays
✅ Professional development opportunities

Join us in making a difference in early childhood education!

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.