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Early Childhood at Manny Cantor Center is a pioneering integrated preschool program, blending Head Start, UPK and private funding to serve families across the economic spectrum on the Lower East Side. Our inspired, responsive and progressive program is built on a few simple principles: All children are competent, capable and curious. All families have something to contribute. We are stronger together. Working within inspired and dynamic teams, our Associate Teachers are helping to build a vision for progressive education in Chinatown and the Lower East Side. Inspired by progressive schools around the world, we believe that all children learn through inquiry, exploration and play in the context of strong relationships and a sense of belonging. Our teachers create responsive, safe, joyful and nurturing learning environments for children for children aged 0-5 that foster inquiry, exploration, learning & reflection; collaborate with co-teachers to plan an emergent curriculum based on observations of children’s interests and development; document children’s learning through photographs, anecdotes, panels and mini-stories; facilitate communication and collaboration between the family and the preschool. This position would be for a “floater” teacher who would work across different classrooms. SCOPE OF INFLUENCE Facilitate daily life and plan learning experiences in the classroom Work with a diverse community, including a significant Mandarin-speaking population Build relationships with families and communicate about children’s learning and development in person and through documentation. Partner with the teaching staff and administration in the overall philosophy and direction of the preschool KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Planning, Preparation + Curriculum Development Co-constructing curriculum, based on children’s interests, questions and development Documenting, reflecting and planning from observations Participating in weekly planning meetings with teaching team Meeting the needs of all children, including English language learners ** Classroom Environment** Planning and creating a classroom environment with inquiry, exploration, learning and respect in mind Nurturing children’s home languages through curated books, materials and the physical environment Creating a warm and inclusive environment where children and families feel welcome Organizing physical space and selection of materials in a way that is inviting and accessible to children Creating visual evidence of the narratives and curriculum occurring in your classroom Interactions with Children Speaking and listening to children with respect and mindfulness Supervising the whole group, while giving individual attention Managing classroom procedures including transitions, routines and small groups Engage students in exploration and ongoing project work Scaffolding children through conflict and problem solving Relationships with Families Building respectful and reciprocal relationships with families Communicating consistently with families Professional Responsibilities Documenting children’s learning, development and progress Maintaining collaborative and professional relationships with colleagues Mentoring Associate and Assistant teachers Participating in weekly professional learning meetings Showing professionalism including integrity, ethical conduct and decision making The candidate will be reflective, ask questions, be willing to take risks and make mistakes JOB REQUIREMENTS BA preferred Bilingual Mandarin/English a plus Minimum 3 years of professional teaching experience in an early childhood setting preferred Available to work a mix of morning and afternoon shifts to cover extended day preferred Strong oral and written communication with parents, children and co-workers
Responsibilities § Teach a base level curriculum and create educational activities § Assistance in maintaining a sanitary environment § Prepare snacks, rounds of diaper changing, and toilet training § Ability to meet physical requirements of position which include lifting children, pushing strollers/buggies, sitting on the floor and year-round daily outdoor activities. § Effective communication with families and co-teachers
Mission Statement Minds Beyond Measure (MBM), a nonprofit, strives to inspire purpose and passion, to empower and cultivate great minds in children, youth, and teachers to improve educational outcomes in New York and developing countries. Background of Our Organization Minds Beyond Measure (MBM), is a nonprofit, newly established in 2019. It was born from the founder's traveling experiences and living abroad across Asia, and seeing a lack of educational resources and the lack of access to education in some very impoverished communities. The journey included training teachers, teaching children and youth, visiting rural schools with limited or no resources, and experiencing children and youth who were hungry for small things, often taken for granted in the Western world, such as pencils and paper to write and books to read. This experience then evolved into a passion to serve the underserved, and at-risk and provide access to quality education for both teachers and students through pathways that inspire for life. This is when MBM was born. Job Description What if you could go to your place of employment with a renewed sense of purpose and direction, confident in the knowledge that the work you do contributes to a great cause? When you work with us in the role of Speak 4 Life (S4L) Program Mentor this could be your life. We're seeking someone who wants to give back to the community and be a part of making a lasting impact on young people. By using their passion, creativity, and communication skills (written and spoken), they will strive to inspire, empower, and positively impact young people through a 8-week program, where the focus is provide a safe space for them to develop and strengthen their writing and speaking skills, including resilience, social-emotional, team and leadership skills and lead them toward their freer and more expressive selves. Please Note: This is a paid opportunity offering $40-$50/hour, however, it requires a mandatory 2-day training program prior to starting which will be unpaid. If this sounds like the perfect fit, we'd love to hear from you! Job Duties and Tasks - Training (30 minutes a week) in the Speak 4 Life: Where Words & Verbs Make You Right For Life program - Co-facilitate a group of 10-12 incarcerated individuals with the Program Lead on - Evaluate and reflect on program effectiveness - Raise awareness of the mentor program to others Job Skills & Qualifications - Passionate about being a positive role model for young people - Students studying to be teachers or have prior teaching experience - Strong desire to positively impact children and youth - Confident with presenting and performing to groups of people - Comfortable with being assertive with children when the need arises - Comfortable working with children/youth in an urban environment - Strong communication, interpersonal, and team skills - Excellent organizational skills and time-management abilities - Creativity skills - Available to commit to a full program implementation for 8 weeks (2 hours each week): 1 hour - of lesson preparation and 1 hour of program implementation Preferred Qualifications - Experience working with underserved communities and/or at-risk youth - Experience and/or a passion to work with correctional facilities/detainees - Comfortable working with Rikers Prison Special Note on Riker’s Island The Speak 4 Life program will also include opportunities to engage with youth at Riker’s Island, providing mentorship and support through our program. This unique aspect of our program aims to offer hope, skill development, and a sense of community to incarcerated youth, helping them to build a positive future. This will begin as a pilot program (1 - 2 sessions), and if successful, we plan to continue our partnership with Riker’s Island. Additionally, the first session will involve shadowing the Program Lead to ensure a smooth start. Join us in making a difference in the lives of young people, both in schools and at Riker’s Island. Together, we can inspire and empower the next generation. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $40.00 per hour Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person
Who We Are: St. Nicks Alliance (SNA) is a nonprofit, nonsectarian community-based organization founded in 1975 with the mission to transform lives of low- and moderate-income people in North Brooklyn through employment, education, housing, and health care. We do this by delivering impactful services with measurable outcomes to children, youth, adults, and the elderly. As a civic anchor, we carry out this mission within the context of building a sustainable community for all people through the arts, environmental advocacy, and urban planning. Now in its 50th year, Small World Early Childhood Center serves 139 2-5 year olds during the school day, extended day and summer months through NYCDOE Birth to Five contract and subsidized tuition/fees. Children and their families represent diverse cultures, languages, socio-economics, LGBTQIA+ identities, and differing abilities. Small World is part of St. Nicks Alliance’s impressive network of services for 6,000 children and youth across North Brooklyn. Located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, we are seeking an experienced, NYS-certified Early Childhood Director for Small World. What You’ll Do: Small World’s experienced, NYS certified Education Director, Early Childhood leads a team of 27 staff, including head teachers, assistant teachers and a behavioral specialist. Reporting to the Small World’s Center Director, the Education Director is responsible for achieving high-quality educational services for all students, high-performing instructional staff and consistent family engagement in their children’s learning and development. Key duties related to pedagogy, staffing and family engagement include, but are not limited to: - Ensure high-quality Curriculum, Lessons and Enrichment in partnership with instructional and behavioral staff. - Support Students with Disabilities, their teachers and families with evaluations, SEIT/intervention services and individual instruction plans. - Guide staff with Student Assessments - Ensure Adequate Staffing infrastructure and day to day coverage - Co-Lead Recruitment, Onboarding, Retention and Performance Reviews for instructional and behavioral staff - Design and Lead Diverse Opportunities for Staff Development - Achieve 100% Compliance with NYSPS Requirements (ASQ, TSG, ECERS, etc.) - Design and lead Family Engagement Efforts ( current and prospective) - Foster home-school collaborations in partnership with staff and families What We Are Looking For: - Must hold a NYS Certification in Birth to Grade Two - Must have Min. of 8 years experience as a head teacher - Must have a Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Master’s strongly preferred - Must have demonstrated knowledge/skills in pedagogy, child development and early intervention (2-5 years) - Must be an experienced staff developer - Robust knowledge of NYCPS Curriculum (Creative Curriculum, PKFCC, NYS Standards) and Pyramid Model (social emotional development). - Must be fluent with ASQ, TSG and ECERS - Energetic, go-getter who is highly skilled at building positive culture and relationships What's In It For You: - Compensation Range: $85,000-$95,000 (The actual compensation will depend on a variety of job-related factors which may include geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level) - Competitive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K) - Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time - Learning & Development Opportunities & Access to Wellness Programs How to Apply: Please send your resume and a thoughtful cover letter outlining your interest in this position. Place Education Director in the subject line. St. Nicks Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.