Salary Range: $16.50 - $18.00 / Hour

Pre-K Specialist
*Hiring for Grand Island, Buffalo, Sweet Home, Williamsville, Amherst, Cheektowaga and Hamburg locations.*

Stop in for Open Interviews on July 15, 2026 from 11am-4pm
Just for Kids
6265 Sheridan Drive, Suite 106
Williamsville, New York 14221

Position Summary:
The Pre-K Specialist is responsible for developing and managing additional learning opportunities through play, enrichment activities and social interaction for the before and after school programs for pre-kindergarten children (ages 4-5). This role focuses on creating a safe, engaging and educational environment that complements the curriculum of the Program Manager and the regular school day. Coordinate with the Program Manager to determine responsibility for administrative tasks. Support the point person for site needs during Program Manager’s absence.

Responsibilities Include:
Program Development
a. Design, plan and implement age-appropriate daily activities that align with early childhood education principles and foster children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development.
b. Create diverse activities such as arts, crafts, music, movement, literacy and science that are all development appropriate and engaging that reinforce classroom learning and are in in line with the Program Managers curriculum.
c. Incorporate experiential learning into before and after school activities that reinforce the curriculum of the Program Manager and are an extension of classroom learning.
d. Model appropriate activities to staff as needed.
e. Maintain general housekeeping of all program areas including program spaces and storage areas
f. Schedule spaces for groups of children based on size, activity and maintaining ratios.
g. Provide support and assistance to academic and enrichment curriculum.

Managerial Support
a. Provide direct competent supervision of children at all times.
b. Support a positive work environment for staff.
c. Provide guidance on implementing Pre-K activities, managing behavior and ensuring a high-quality program.

1. Recordkeeping
a. Uphold confidentiality of information with regard to children and families, other staff, District operations, and the Just for Kids program at large.
b. Support daily communication with participating families and staff.
c. Maintain accurate record keeping (i.e. group trackers/attendance records, injury reports, etc.)
• Follow protocols for the documentation of injuries, illness and the administration of medication.
• Ensure the completion of all state and federal required documentation.
d. Ensure accurate record keeping by parents.

2. Training
a. Obtain 15 hours within first six months and 30 hours every two years.
b. Current CPR and First Aid Certifications as directed.

3. Any other duties specified by the Program Manager and Just for Kids School Age Program administration

Experience And Education:
Must be 18 years of age or older. Education and/or experience per NYS OCFS regulations.
9 college credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field, with a plan of study leading to a:
• Child Development Associate Credential -or-
• Other Office-recognized credential specific to the preschool developmental period -or-
• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field

And additionally, two years of experience related to caring for children

Requirements:
• Before employees are eligible to start working, they must be cleared through NYS OCFS. This includes the completion of several background checks, medical clearance, and fingerprinting.
• Regular and predictable attendance

Physical Requirements: This position is very active and requires walking, bending, kneeling, running, twisting and squatting. This position includes prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending. Generally, must be able to lift up to 10 pounds at a time. Ability to engage actively with children in a classroom like setting.

Note: Reliable transportation is required.

We offer flexible part-time scheduling and hours, a friendly and creative environment, tuition discount, paid sick time accrual, 401K plan, and much more!

Join our team and learn why we’ve been awarded Employer of the Year: Buffalo State & UB and a Best Places to Work Finalist!

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