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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.

Find full job description + how to apply here: https://www.unionsquarenyc.org/careers Union Square Partnership is a community-based 501(c)3 organization created more than 40 years ago to promote, preserve, and progress its vibrant namesake neighborhood. We cultivate a welcoming, diverse space and work to enhance livability, ensuring residents, workers, and visitors can revel in the time they spend in our neighborhood — and feel compelled to make it one of their go-to spots, set up shop, or even call it home. We foster a thriving economy, helping create a district that amplifies exciting new businesses and iconic brands, invests in public art, events, and local hidden gems, and offers a rewarding place to explore. In the square, history and history-making go hand in hand. We celebrate our space as an iconic, historic staple of New York’s civic life and as a destination for limitless opportunity, embracing and forging the distinct, one-of-a-kind reputation of Union Square every day. The organization comprises two non-profit organizations: a local development corporation and Manhattan’s first Business Improvement District (BID). The organization is managed by the Executive Director and overseen by a Board of Directors filled by Union Square’s leading civic leaders from the commercial, academic, residential, and cultural communities. As our Events + Public Space Programming Associate you will … The Events + Public Space Programming Associate plays a key role in planning and executing numerous public events in Union Square, specializing in on-site logistics and partner activations. Reporting to the Director of Marketing, Events, + Partnerships, your job will be to ensure seamless event operations and to cultivate strong relationships with external partners. You will be the on-the-ground leader, responsible for the smooth execution of events from start to finish. The Events + Public Space Programming Associate responsibilities include, but are not limited to: USP Stakeholder Events: ▪ Manage logistics for recurring stakeholder events, including USP’s Fall and Spring Board of Directors Meetings, USP's Annual Membership Meeting, and our Holiday Party. ▪ Plan and execute ad-hoc stakeholder events such as networking receptions, volunteer initiatives, community forums, and press conferences. ▪ Serve as the primary on-site coordinator for USP at all stakeholder and community events, ensuring seamless operations and alignment with organizational goals. Union Square Partnership-led Public Programs: ▪ Support the planning and execution of signature USP events like Summer in the Square and Harvest – A Benefit for Union Square Park, including vendor coordination, sponsorship management, marketing support, and administrative tasks, under the guidance of the Director of Marketing, Events + Partnerships. ▪ Act as the primary on-site coordinator for all major USP-branded events, ensuring flawless execution and a positive attendee experience. ▪ Contribute to the planning and execution of programming for external events hosted in partnership with USP, such as NYC Department of Transportation’s Car-Free Earth Day, NYPD’s National Night Out, and NYC Department of Small Business Services BID Day. Third-Party Event Support: ▪ Work closely with USP’s internal Business Operations team to support thirdparty partners seeking to activate events in Union Square, particularly within the district’s park and public plazas (as separately licensed by NYC Street Activity Permit Office and NYC Department of Parks and Recreation). Lead the following activities: ▪ Serve as the on-site representative for third-party events, ensuring logistical excellence and adherence to Union Square Partnership standards. ▪ Proactively promote Union Square’s public spaces to event producers and brands to attract a diverse range of events and activations. Provide support to USP’s Business Operations team for the following activities, which are led by that team: ▪ Conducting pre-event site visits and assessing event feasibility. ▪ Advising on potential NYC agency permit requirements, fees, and application processes. ▪ Providing guidance and support for coordination with relevant NYC agencies. ▪ Reviewing proposed site plans and event details for general safety and appropriateness (e.g., power, vehicles, noise levels, pedestrian circulation, branding/signage, talent, etc.). ▪ Liaising between USP departments (Operations, Marketing, and Planning) as needed to ensure seamless third-party event execution. Throughout all event planning and execution projects and activities described above, the Events + Public Space Programming Associate will: • Maintain meticulous event records and conduct post-event evaluations, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), compiling comprehensive reports, and providing actionable insights for future program enhancements. • Manage event budgets effectively, ensuring expenses align with approved guidelines and maximize resource allocation. • Provide on-site event support, proactively troubleshoot issues, effectively liaising with vendors, and ensuring a positive and memorable experience for all participants. • Cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders and community partners, including local businesses, organizations, and vendors. • Engage with community members to support USP’s broader mission of creating vibrant and inclusive public spaces. • Provide comprehensive administrative support for event operations, including documentation of event details, contracts, and logistics. • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with USP’s overall mission, strategic goals, and brand identity. What you’ll need to excel in this position… • 2+ years of experience in event planning, public space programing, or a related field. • Interest and enthusiasm for public programming in New York City • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Experience with on-site event management and stakeholder coordination. • Demonstrated ability to problem solve and “think on your feet” • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to energetically engage and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. • Flexibility to work evenings, early mornings, and weekends as required by event programming schedule. • Knowledge of permitting processes and public space guidelines is a plus. • Familiarity with project management tools is a plus. The proposed salary range is $50,000 - $60,000, commensurate with experience. USP is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

SAGE is the world’s largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer or questioning (LGBTQ+) older adults. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in New York City, SAGE is a national organization that offers supportive services and consumer resources for LGBTQ+ older adults and their caregivers, advocates for public policy changes that address the needs of LGBTQ+ older people, and provides cultural competency training for aging providers and LGBTQ+ organizations, largely through its National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging and its growing social enterprise SAGECare. SAGE’s current Strategic Plan emphasizes scaling its impact on behalf of LGBTQ+ older people and diversifying through shifts in its organizational structure and decentralization of organizational leadership and decision-making. One such organizational change is the creation of a new division called SAGEServes, housing the agency’s New York service programs and older adult centers. SAGEServes includes SAGE's existing service programs in New York city; the four older adult centers; and SAGE’s replicated direct service programs in other parts of the country. The new division works in tandem with the national initiative programs that SAGE offers consumers and providers, as well as a new social enterprises division that will house new ventures and opportunities for profit-generating services for the organization. Summary: The Director of Care Management Services is accountable for all aspects of SAGE’s Care Management programming throughout New York City, including contract management and oversight and supervision of 12 department staff. The position directly supervises the Assistant Director of Care Management Services, the Assistant Director of Caregiving, the Wellness Counselor, and the Care Management Coordinator, while providing overall strategic oversight and guidance to all of Care Management Services. The position collaborates within SAGE and with external providers to offer on-site programs and activities that promote health, wellness, and a vibrant community. Responsibilities: · Oversee the implementation of Care Management services for LGBTQ+ older adults at all four SAGE Centers, as well as the Caregiving program, Case Assistance, and other supportive programming · Develop, implement, manage, support, and evaluate all programs in Care Management Services and ensure they meet contracted deliverables and outcomes within SAGE’s strategic plan · Manage and oversee department and funding budgets from city, state, federal, and private funding and ensure timely delivery of programmatic goals and monitor and ensure spending is in alignment with funding and SAGE’s budget · Ensure compliance with program guidelines, funding requirements, and organizational policies, while monitoring adherence to compliance standards across the team · Work with the Development and Finance teams to identify new funding sources and collaborate on grant proposals · Engage in weekly supervision with all direct reports, including social work interns · Facilitate a weekly team meeting to review department updates, strategy, and case assignments · Manage clinical supervision of staff in collaboration with the Clinical Consultant · Oversee the Care Management social work intern program consisting of 4-6 students · Ensure complete, accurate, and timely documentation of care management activities within all paper and electronic resources and databases · Prepare for program audits for NYC Aging, DOHMH/GMHI, as well as other contracts · Represent the department at Director-level meetings and other organizational functions · Represent SAGE with government agencies, private funders, and on external committees or professional/networking groups · Foster cross-functional collaboration within the organization, particularly with Finance, Development, and other departments · Cultivate and maintain relationships with external partners, including community organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders, to further the agency’s mission and increase program impact · Provide other support as needed to programming or SAGE overall Required Qualifications: · A minimum of 6 years of experience successfully managing multiple and complex funding sources and managing large teams · LMSW required · SIFI (Supervision in Field Instruction) certification required · Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated track record of collaboration, leading and influencing progress of complex progress towards goals across an organization, and an understanding of relationship among Program, Finance, Human Resources and other stakeholders in ensuring successful outcomes · Substantive knowledge or prior experience in aging or LGBTQ+ fields, including an understanding of issues facing marginalized older adults, particularly BIPOC and transgender elders · Ability to plan and multi-task, and to produce under the pressure of deadlines and unexpected occurrences · Demonstrated project management ability, involving complex and unpredictable variables · Superior written and verbal communication skills · Strong alignment with SAGE’s mission and values, with a passion for serving older LGBTQ+ adults and other marginalized communities. Preferred qualifications: · Familiarity with NYC Aging, DOHMH, or similar regulations/systems/processes, as well as applicable government, nonprofit, and community social service programs serving low income adults in New York City · Experience with Salesforce and NYC Aging databases preferred · Strong understanding of performance measurement and metrics to evaluate program impact and effectiveness · Familiarity with issues of cultural and linguistic competency with regards to ability, race, ethnicity, class, sexuality, gender identity and expression, and other characteristics that affect the lives of diverse older adults · Fluency in Spanish (verbal and written) Location: Hybrid with at least 2 days per week in-person, working out of either one SAGE’s Centers (in Brooklyn, Bronx, Harlem, or Midtown) or SAGE’s headquarters at 305 7th Ave. Schedule: Generally Monday – Friday, 9:30am – 5:30pm. This exempt and key managerial position requires occasional flexibility with scheduling to address any programming need, at any time or location within New York City Salary Range: $95,000-$105,000 Reports to: Senior Director of SAGEServes Supportive Services Benefits: SAGE offers an attractive benefits package. Equal Employment Opportunity SAGE is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, alienage or national origin, ancestry, age, citizenship status, marital or family status, family medical history or genetic information, veteran status, HIV serostatus, military or military discharge status, height, weight, disability or handicap, domestic violence victim status, employment status, socioeconomic status, criminal history or arrest record, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, natural hair or hairstyle, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. SAGE is dedicated to this policy, with respect to all matters concerning employment.