Working at Daystar is one of the most unique and rewarding opportunities for educators, nurses, and other professionals dedicated to public service. For all parents, leaving their infant in the care of someone else is difficult. For Daystar parents, leaving their medically-fragile infant in our care can be even harder. The Daystar team recognizes the significance of building strong relationships, being trustworthy and dependable, and responding to our families' needs. This requires a commitment to using daily care routines, being flexible and adapting to the individual needs of each Daystar child and to the Daystar environment as a whole.
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Job Title
Lead Teacher- Infant (Up to 18 months)
Lead Teacher- Toddler (18 – 36 months) Reports To Education Director
FLSA Status Exempt OpportunityHelp make Daystar a place “Where Love Shines,” for infants and young children coping with serious medical and developmental complexities resulting from chronic illness, complications from birth, including premature birth, or injury. Daystar seeks mature, compassionate, engaging, collaborative, and highly qualified Lead Teachers to manage and direct its Toddler and Infant developmental programs.
About Daystar Daystar for Medically Fragile Children, Inc., is New York State’s first and only pediatric medical day respite program designed specifically to meet the specialized needs of infants and young children up to age five who require pediatric nursing supervision outside of an in-patient hospital setting. Founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Rochester in 1988 originally as a foster care provider for medically fragile infants, today, Daystar has evolved to become an invaluable community resource, providing daily nursing-supervised care for up to 40 infants and children braving a multitude of medical and developmental challenges. Daystar’s collaborative model delivers individualized educational programming and supportive therapy, and essential family support and education services under the daily supervision of a highly skilled pediatric nursing and early education team. Daystar’s hours of operation are weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Daystar is an independent charitable 501 (c) 3 organization.
Maximum daily enrollment is 40 children: 16 Infants, 16 Toddlers, and 8 Preschoolers. Location Rochester, NY
Employment Type Full-Time positions available M-F, days only
Salary Competitive
Job Summary Lead Teachers are responsible for all aspects of direct care and the delivery of developmentally appropriate educational programming provided in the classroom. Lead Teachers work in collaboration with Daystar’s multi-disciplinary team comprised of therapists, nurses, and special education and early intervention providers, to deliver high quality, individualized and group educational programming for children receiving day respite services at Daystar. Lead Teachers ensure compliance with all applicable rules and regulations governing the agency’s operations, and are responsible for the daily supervision of teaching assistants, program aides, and volunteers assigned to each classroom.
Qualifications Candidates must possess excellent leadership and written and verbal communication skills. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency and commitment to data driven systems, knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, and have an absolute commitment to promoting quality and continuous learning environments. Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree, with a minimum of 12 credits in early childhood education, special education, or related field. Relevant experience working with developmentally disabled and/or medically fragile children, and/or Master’s degree in Special Education or Early Childhood Education and New York State teaching certification preferred.
Upon hire, all candidates are subject to fingerprinting and background checks, consistent with Daystar's licensing requirements through the NYS Office of Children and Family Services and NYS Office of People with Developmental Disabilities. How To Apply Please send your resume and cover letter to Meghan Kelley, Operations Associate at mkelley@daystarkids.org or by fax, to 585-383-0033. |
Job Title
Program Aide - Infant (Up to 18 months)
Program Aide - Toddler (18 – 36 months) Program Aide – Preschool (3 – 5 years) Reports To Classroom Teacher
FLSA Status Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Opportunity Help make Daystar a place “Where Love Shines,” for infants and young children coping with serious medical and developmental complexities resulting from chronic illness, complications from birth, including premature birth, or injury. Daystar seeks outgoing, mature, compassionate, engaging, collaborative, self-starters passionate about children with special needs to provide daily care, supervision, and developmental support to the amazing infants and young children in entrusted in Daystar’s care. About Daystar Daystar for Medically Fragile Children, Inc., is New York State’s first and only pediatric medical day respite program designed specifically to meet the specialized needs of infants and young children up to age five who require pediatric nursing supervision outside of an in-patient hospital setting. Founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Rochester in 1988 originally as a foster care provider for medically fragile infants, today, Daystar has evolved to become an invaluable community resource, providing daily nursing-supervised support for up to 40 infants and children braving a multitude of medical and developmental challenges. Daystar’s collaborative model delivers individualized educational programming and supportive therapy, and essential family support and education services under the daily supervision of a highly skilled pediatric nursing and early education team. Daystar’s hours of operation are weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Daystar is an independent charitable 501 (c) 3 organization.
Maximum daily enrollment is 40 children: 16 Infants, 16 Toddlers, and 8 Preschoolers. Location Rochester, NY
Employment Type Full-Time positions available M-F, days only
Salary Competitive
Job Summary Program Aides are responsible for all aspects of direct care, supervision, and the delivery of developmentally appropriate educational programming provided in each classroom. Program Aides work in collaboration with Daystar’s multi-disciplinary team comprised of lead teachers, teaching assistants, therapists, nurses, and special education and early intervention providers, to deliver high quality, individualized and group educational programming for children receiving day respite services at Daystar. Program Aides comply with all applicable rules and regulations governing the agency’s operations.
Qualifications Candidates must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be proficient in promoting the healthy development of young children, particularly those with special needs. Applicants must adhere to data driven systems, have knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, and be committed to promoting quality within a continuous learning framework. Candidates must showcase their ability to work within multi-disciplinary teams and be comfortable working independently with medically fragile children. Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in early education, special education and/or related field, and/or demonstrate a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience working with developmentally disabled and/or medically fragile children.
Upon hire, all candidates are subject to fingerprinting and background checks, consistent with Daystar's licensing requirements through the NYS Office of Children and Family Services and NYS Office of People with Developmental Disabilities. How To Apply Please send your resume and cover letter to Meghan Kelley, Operations Associate at mkelley@daystarkids.org or by fax, to 585-383-0033. |
Job Title
Per Diem Pediatric Nurse (RN, BS) Reports To Director of Nursing/Nursing Manager
FSLA Status
Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Opportunity Help make Daystar a place “Where Love Shines,” for infants and young children coping with serious medical and developmental complexities! Join Daystar’s amazing team of highly skilled, compassionate, and innovative Pediatric nurses providing expert and loving care and medical supervision to little ones enrolled in Daystar’s Infant, Toddler, and Preschool programs. About Daystar Daystar for Medically Fragile Children, Inc., is New York State’s first and only pediatric medical day respite program designed specifically to meet the specialized needs of infants and young children up to age five who because of illness, complications from premature birth, or injury, have a complex array of medical and developmental needs that require pediatric nursing supervision outside of a hospital setting. Founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Rochester in 1988 originally as a foster care provider for medically fragile infants, today, Daystar has evolved to become an invaluable community resource, providing daily nursing-supervised care for up to 40 infants and children braving a multitude of medical and developmental challenges. Daystar’s collaborative model delivers individualized educational programming and supportive therapy, and essential family support and education services under the daily supervision of a highly skilled pediatric nursing team. Daystar’s hours of operation are weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Daystar is an independent charitable 501 (c) 3 organization. Maximum daily enrollment is 40 children: 16 Infants, 16 Toddlers, and 8 Preschoolers. Location Rochester, NY
Employment Type Per Diem
Salary
Competitive; commensurate with experience
Skills/Qualifications
Candidates must demonstrate leadership qualities including excellent teamwork, dependability, critical thinking and strong communication and organizational skills. Minimum nursing credentials include RN, BS certification, recent pediatric experience (minimum of 2 years), and supervisory experience. Candidates with previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
Certificates and Licenses
· New York State Registered Nurse licensure
(RN, BS equired)
· Current infant and child CPR certification
· First aid certification
· AED certification
How To Apply
Please send your resume and cover letter to Meghan Kelley, Operations Associate at mkelley@daystarkids.org or by fax, to 585-383-0033. |
