Remote Child Care Specialist Jobs
Remote child care specialist jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first companies and distributed teams hiring for roles in healthcare support, education technology, and family services. Employers hiring remotely right now include JBS INTERNATIONAL, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and Hazel Health. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Child Care Registrar, Bureau of Childcare
- DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
Posted on
11/06/2026
- Full-time
Location
BROOKLYN
- No exam required
Department
Child Care
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Job Description
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
- Assist child care providers by performing liaison functions between City and State agencies, community groups, parents and the general public.
- Assist licensed providers in interpreting and complying with applicable State and City Child Care Regulations.
- Instruct the public on how to make a complaint about a child care program that appears unsafe, unhealthy or operating illegally.
- Coordinate outreach and provide technical assistance to child care providers to assist with attaining or renewing a license to provide services.
- Perform related case management and office support work in the review of required documentation from child care providers.
- Conduct presentations and workshops to community-based organizations, government agencies and the general public to promote the importance of selecting licensed Child Care options.
- Selected candidates will be expected to travel to Albany, NY for training and elsewhere throughout the State for an annual NYS Regulator’s meeting. Expenses paid by the agency.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Strong communication, analytic and observational skills;
- Strong Computer skills;
- Highly organized, excellent attention to details and solution oriented;
- Experience with data entry and querying large data sets a plus
Why you should work for us:
- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057
Minimum Qualifications
Qualification Requirements
1. High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Job ID
809830
Posted until
01/05/2027
Title code
56057
Civil service title
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE
Title classification
Non-Competitive-5
Business title
Child Care Registrar, Bureau of Childcare
- Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)
Job level
00
Number of positions
1
Work location
195 Montague St Brooklyn 11201
- Category: Constituent Services & Community Programs
Child Care Registrar, Bureau of Childcare
Child Care Registrar, Bureau of Childcare
- DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
Posted on
11/06/2026
- Full-time
Location
BROOKLYN
- No exam required
Department
Child Care
Save
Job Description
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
- Assist child care providers by performing liaison functions between City and State agencies, community groups, parents and the general public.
- Assist licensed providers in interpreting and complying with applicable State and City Child Care Regulations.
- Instruct the public on how to make a complaint about a child care program that appears unsafe, unhealthy or operating illegally.
- Coordinate outreach and provide technical assistance to child care providers to assist with attaining or renewing a license to provide services.
- Perform related case management and office support work in the review of required documentation from child care providers.
- Conduct presentations and workshops to community-based organizations, government agencies and the general public to promote the importance of selecting licensed Child Care options.
- Selected candidates will be expected to travel to Albany, NY for training and elsewhere throughout the State for an annual NYS Regulator’s meeting. Expenses paid by the agency.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Strong communication, analytic and observational skills;
- Strong Computer skills;
- Highly organized, excellent attention to details and solution oriented;
- Experience with data entry and querying large data sets a plus
Why you should work for us:
- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057
Minimum Qualifications
Qualification Requirements
1. High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Save
Job ID
809830
Posted until
01/05/2027
Title code
56057
Civil service title
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE
Title classification
Non-Competitive-5
Business title
Child Care Registrar, Bureau of Childcare
- Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)
Job level
00
Number of positions
1
Work location
195 Montague St Brooklyn 11201
- Category: Constituent Services & Community Programs
Child Care Registrar, Bureau of Childcare
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote child care specialist jobs.
- Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent state-recognized certification
- Current CPR and first aid certification for pediatric populations
- Experience supporting children's social, emotional, and developmental milestones
- Knowledge of age-appropriate activities and early childhood curriculum frameworks
- Ability to maintain accurate child progress records and daily documentation
- High school diploma or associate degree in early childhood education or child development
Tips for Your Remote Child Care Specialist Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote child care specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly. Early applications get more attention before a posting fills.
Show your async communication skills upfront
Remote child care specialist employers screen for written clarity before they ever interview you. Use your cover letter and application responses to demonstrate how you document case notes, update families, and coordinate with colleagues in writing, because that is exactly how you will work day-to-day.
Build a remote-ready documentation sample
Compile two or three anonymized examples of case summaries, family progress notes, or care plans you have written. Remote employers cannot observe your work directly, so concrete written samples prove your documentation quality faster than credentials alone.
Prepare for scenario-based virtual interviews
Remote child care specialist interviews often center on how you handle situations without in-person backup, such as a family crisis by phone or a missed virtual check-in. Prepare specific examples of times you resolved a care issue independently and communicated the outcome clearly to a supervisor or family.
Remote Child Care Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote child care specialist job?
Target companies that deliver child care services digitally, such as telehealth platforms, virtual family support programs, and remote employee assistance providers, because those are the employers actively hiring child care specialists off-site. Remote hiring managers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and the ability to document case notes and progress without in-person supervision. Demonstrating experience with virtual platforms, asynchronous coordination, and independent caseload management gives you a real edge over candidates with only in-person backgrounds.
Which companies hire remote child care specialists?
Companies hiring remote child care specialists right now include JBS INTERNATIONAL, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and Hazel Health, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be remote-first organizations and distributed teams in healthcare, family services, and education technology that have built infrastructure to support off-site specialist work.
Can you get a remote child care specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage cases and communicate with families independently from day one without in-person oversight. Your best path is through organizations that hire for remote internships, volunteer coordination roles, or family support assistant positions, which build a verifiable record. Showing proficiency with virtual meeting tools, written case documentation, and structured self-scheduling helps close the experience gap for remote employers.
Do you need a degree for remote child care specialist jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers care more about demonstrated competency in child development, family communication, and documentation than a specific credential, especially for support-level roles. Certifications in early childhood development, trauma-informed care, or family case management can substitute effectively. What remote employers weigh most is your ability to manage responsibilities independently, communicate clearly in writing, and produce organized records without direct supervision.
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