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Job Description POSITION TITLE: Head Start Assistant Teacher DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood LOCATION(S): Fort Hamilton Child & Family Center; 928 55th, Brooklyn NY 11219 REPORTS TO: Center Director SALARY RANGE: $36,747.74 - $41,071.01; Salary based on credentials; benefits include medical/ dental, life insurance, 401k plan and vacation, personal and sick time-off DATE: August 2025 SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 8am - 4pm, or 9am - 5pm. Schedule may vary due to program needs. JOB SUMMARY: The Assistant Teacher will work collaboratively with the Lead Teacher to ensure the successful operation of a classroom with a total of 15-20 children. The Assistant Teacher also works with a team of other classroom teachers and family members to implement the curriculum to achieve outcomes for children of all abilities. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum – Associates in Early Childhood Education; BA/BS in Early Childhood Education preferred., • Minimum two years of previous teaching experience, • Ability to work with children and families with special developmental, social or cultural needs, • Ability to maintain written records and manage time to ensure the completion of assigned work, • Ability to foster and maintain positive, professional relationships with participating families, • Basic computer literacy in email, Microsoft Office., • Clearance through DOI Fingerprint Screening, NYS Central Registry, Sex Offender Registry clearance, 3 reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test, Varicella, Tdap, MMR (fees may apply), • Obtain Mandated Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with agency’s policy and procedure regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect, • Obtain First Aid/CPR and Preventive Infectious Diseases Certificate within the first year of employment Under the direct supervision of the Center Director, the Assistant Teacher shall be responsible for: • Child Growth & Development: Implements a child-centered curriculum to its fidelity and learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation to promote development in all domains for children of all abilities., • Planning: Responsible for collaborating with the Lead Teacher in the preparation of daily lesson plans and individualization for children. Collect daily anecdotes and write observations for children. Assess children with Teaching Strategies Gold online three times a year, • Program Implementation: Provide positive guidance and discipline supporting children as they acquire readiness skills for kindergarten and beyond, • Family Partnerships: Encourage parent participation in staff-parent conferences and home visits discussing their child’s development and education, • Communication and Service Coordination: Maintain regular contact with parents and complete appropriate documentation; Direct developmental concerns to the Health, Nutrition and Disabilities Coordinator, • Record Keeping and Reporting: Request supplies as needed and participate in classroom/program inventory as requested, • On-going Monitoring and Self-Assessment: Work with teaching team to analyze child outcomes on a classroom basis two- three times a year, • Collaborate with family advocate and coordinators in providing high quality comprehensive services, • Participate in coaching opportunities and professional development training development, • Ability to lift 35 pounds Please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact at least two (2) professional references should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below or use the link in a search bar and apply online through our career center. &type=MP&lang=en_US No phone calls, please Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through! EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

Job Description POSITION TITLE: Custodian (Temporary Full-time) DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood LOCATION: Fort Hamilton Child and Family Center; 928 55th St., Brooklyn, NY REPORTS TO: Center Director SALARY RANGE: $37,340.16 - $38,191.40 DATE: October 2025 (This position is temporary) SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm, or 8:30am - 5:30pm. Schedule may vary due to program needs. This position is temporary expected October 2025 - Temporary. JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Center Director, the custodian is responsible for maintaining the center premises and its equipment in clean, safe and comfortable conditions. This position is temporary expected October 2025 - Temporary. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum - High School Diploma or equivalent, • Previous related experiences in general janitorial duties, such as cleaning, repairing and painting., • Ability to read and write in order to follow written work schedules and keep inventory., • Friendly and cheerful personality to maintain cooperative interactions with staff, families and children, • Ability to maintain personal work and habits., • Good health- including annual physical., • Clearance through DOI Fingerprint Screening, NYS Central Registry, Sex Offender Registry clearance, 3 reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test, varicella, Tdap, MMR (fees may apply) Under the direct supervision of the Center Director, the Maintenance Staff shall be responsible for: • Cleaning: Responsible for sweeping, mopping, waxing all floors on site. Ensuring rest rooms and all spaces on site are free of debris, dust, and dirt as well as maintaining sanitary conditions throughout the day. This includes removing and cleaning garbage bins, washing walls and surfaces, cleaning fixtures, toilets and washbowls., • Records, Supplies and Equipment: Responsible for maintenance of Infection Control Logs, playground safety logs, carbon monoxide/smoke alarm and fire panel logs; Keeping inventory of distributed sanitary supplies and requesting more when needed; Repairing peeling paint, play equipment, furniture and other repairs on site as needed; Assisting in moving heavy items throughout the site., • Daily maintenance of site health and safety: Responsible for immediately repairing hazardous conditions on site, such as within the classroom and/or playground, replacing lights; contacting New York City Housing Authority, if located at a NYCHA to place tickets on necessary repairs that require NYCHA maintenance. Report to the Center Director of any necessary repairs and conditions. Work collaboratively with the Center Director to resolve any facility issues., • Work collaboratively with other building maintenance staff, • Ability to lift 35 pounds Please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact at least two (2) professional references should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below or use the link in a search bar and apply online through our career center. No phone calls, please Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through! EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

Job Description TITLE: Early Head Start (EHS) Lead Teacher DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood Services LOCATION: Fort Hamilton Child & Family Center; 928 55th Street, Brooklyn, NY REPORTS TO: Center Director SALARY: $45,653.03 - $51,879.17 JOB SUMMARY: Plan individualized services for a classroom of eight children using the identified curriculum and best practices in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards, Department of Health (Article 47), and other relevant regulations. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: • BA in Early Childhood Education; or 90 credits of an approved study plan to complete degree and obtain NYS Teacher Certification (B-2) within 7 years, • Completion of the Infant/ Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or formal coursework in infant/ toddler development, • Experience working with families and children aged newborn to three and their families, • Ability to work with children and families with special developmental, social or cultural needs, • Ability to maintain written records and manage time to ensure the completion of assigned work, • Ability to work collaboratively and provide leadership, • Ability to lift 35 pounds easily and regularly, • Supervise and carry out the planning, documentation and execution of curriculum that takes into account the social, emotional, developmental, and health needs of the individual child, as well as the group., • Work collaboratively with supervisors, the Assistant Teacher, other program staff and parents to ensure EHS and GSS goals and objectives are met., • Maintain a safe and sanitary environment in accordance with EHS and DOHMH regulations, including regular visual inspection of equipment and areas accessible to children., • Keep developmentally appropriate equipment and materials in good condition and ensure children’s access and constructive use., • Maintain confidentiality of child and family information (verbal and written), • Coordinate recordkeeping and curriculum planning for individual children and the group, • Coordinate ongoing assessment of children’s development in keeping with identified EHS and GSS school readiness goals. Utilize Creative Curriculum and TSG assessments., • Establishing regular weekly team meeting times., • Develop and maintain positive working partnerships with parents including participating in meetings when required., • Collaborate with other teachers and staff to communicate information about child development and individual children to parents., • Conduct standardized developmental and behavioral screenings within 45 calendar days of the child’s entry and follow through with any needed follow up., • Work with specialists and parents to support children with diagnosed special needs., • Conduct home visits at least twice a year according to program policies and procedures., • Conduct individual parent/ teacher conferences at least three times per year to share child outcomes and work collaboratively with parents to establish individual goals related to school readiness., • Follow applicable state regulations and agency policies regarding the prevention and reporting of child maltreatment., • Participate in coaching opportunities and professional development training, • Participate in annual performance evaluation to set short and long term professional goals., • Participate in all required trainings and meetings., • Successfully clear; NYS DOI Fingerprint Screening, NYS Central Registry Clearance, Sex Offender Registry Clearance, 3 reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test, Tdap, MMR, varicella (fees may apply), • Meet all employee health requirements in Article 47 (DOHMH) and Head Start performance standards, • Mandated Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with agency’s policy and procedure regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect, • Obtain First Aid/CPR and Preventive infectious diseases certificate within the first year of employment. Please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact at least two (2) professional references should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a search bar and apply online through our career center. No phone calls, please Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through! EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

Job Description The Co-op School was founded in 2003 by a group of parents who saw the need for a high-quality and affordable preschool option in the Clinton Hill and Fort Greene neighborhoods. Since then, the Co-op School has matured from a small, parent-run playgroup to a fully staffed and licensed non-profit school. After residing in two prior homes in Clinton Hill, The Co-op School moved into 87 Irving Place in the fall of 2009. In 2011, The Co-op School launched the first kindergarten class of its elementary program at 40 Brevoort Place. In 2019, we opened our doors at 644 Gates Avenue in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhoodin a 3,500-square-foot building with a double-height gym, a rooftop library, and two playgroundshousing our preschool, lower school, and middle school students under one roof. OUR MISSION The mission of The Co-op School is to inspire passion and teach children to become protagonists in their own educational journey by fostering their innate sense of curiosity and creativity. The Co-op School facilitates joyful learning through a unique and rigorous constructivist approach that listens to and honors the individual interests and strengths of each child. The Co-op School doesnt just belong to the students and educators but extends to the family community as a whole. It belongs to those who participate in it and is a more resilient and creative place because of it. JOB SUMMARY Assistant Teachers share with the Head Teacher the task of maintaining and organizing materials and preparing for the week's lessons. Assistant Teachers also spend a great deal of time helping their students with classwork and projects, as well as facilitating social interactions between students. All Assistants have opportunities to teach small and large group lessons alone or with the assistance of the Head Teacher. Assistants partake in the planning of the curriculum for the week or the month and have the opportunity to plan and execute their own unit of study at some point during the year. While communicating with parents and guardians via email, telephone, or in person is usually the responsibility of the Head Teacher, they should also be included in family communication. Assistants participate in parent conferences and contribute to the writing of student reports. Assistant Teachers attend staff meetings, curriculum nights, teacher meetings, and planning after school one hour a week. Responsibilities (in collaboration with the lead teacher): Instructional Planning, Preparation, & Communication • Working with the Division Head and Teachers to ensure The Co-op Schools mission and values are upheld inside and outside the classroom, • Working with the Division Head and Teachers to ensure that The Co-op School maintains a healthy and safe environment in which the children can learn, play, and grow, • Assisting in fostering an open forum of communication between the staff and Co-op parents and guardians, • Working with the Administration and Teachers to ensure that all families and children are warmly greeted during drop-off and pick-up times, • Implementing an age-appropriate curriculum that embodies social-emotional learning, inquiry-based social studies, literacy, and math skills, • Assisting Lead Teachers in prepping, implementing, and planning lessons, • Updating displays of current projects around the classroom, • Working collaboratively with the Lead teacher to provide student observations, • Documenting learning experiences and conversations among peers, • Supporting lead teacher with the student documentation process, • Working collaboratively with the lead teacher to provide data for developmental progress reports and narratives, • Assisting in class and behavior management of class, • Teaching class if the lead teacher is absent and the Division Head is unable to find a substitute Professional Growth • Participating in all professional development provided to the staff within or outside of the school, • Meeting weekly (1 hour after school) with the teaching team to plan, update documentation, and maintain a clean learning environment, • Attending monthly staff meetings, open house, curriculum night, professional development, and parent-teacher conferences (twice a year), • Meeting with the Division Head to discuss lesson planning and provide classroom updates, • Exhibiting willingness to participate in the development and implementation of new ideas and teaching techniques, • Engaging in activities that promote professional growth, • Working with the Division Head and colleagues to grow, practice, asking questions, and working through lesson planning collaboratively Relationships with the School & Colleagues The Co-op teachers are a part of the educational program in and about the building, including parent meetings, staff meetings, and teacher support. Teachers are expected to maintain a positive and supportive attitude in regard to the program. Teachers are also encouraged to establish and maintain harmonious and cooperative professional relationships with all staff members. These roles include and are not limited to: • Exhibiting a cooperative attitude toward students, parents/guardians community, and school personnel, • Sharing ideas and techniques for improving instruction with one another and the ability to accept and offer constructive criticism, • Collaborating and implementing projects, either in teams or in study groups, • Following the prescribed process for communication within the school system, daily Edsby checks and posts, • Responding to any emails in a timely fashion (within 24 hours), • Working on classroom projects and supporting school events by attending when possible (i.e. Gala, spirit days, Town Hall, Potluck, Book Fair, Open House, School Tours) School Operations and Safe Environments • Thoroughly cleaning and organizing classroom spaces, • Informing the Administration if there is a health and safety concern QUALIFICATIONS • Passionate about working with children, • 2-3 years experience working with children, preferably working in a school setting, • Bachelor/Master degree required - Ideal candidate has or will have a degree in early childhood or, • elementary education, • Enthusiasm for the opportunities and challenges inherent in working with children Level: Full Time Union Position Start Date: November 2025 This Position reports directly to the Lower School Divison Head TO APPLY: Send your resume to the Director of Human Resources, The Co-op School COVID-19 Vaccination Policy: We appreciate your interest in employment at The Co-op School. We would like to note that the School has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy, which requires all faculty and staff to be fully vaccinated. Proof of vaccination is required. The Co-op School is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, citizenship, national origin or ancestry, religion or religious practices, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, prior arrest or conviction record, genetic predisposition or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. Our policy extends to all employment practices including but not limited to, hiring, transfer, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, lay-offs, and termination.

Job Description Position: Group Leader Cornerstone - Seth Low Reports to: Cornerstone Program Director and Assistant Director Work Location: O’Dwyer Gardens (5140-60230), 2945 West 33rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11224 Salary Range: $35,000-$35,000 Hours/Schedule: FT 35 hours per week – School year program - Weekdays and Weekends Hours 2:00pm - 10:00pm; Summer program hours Weekdays and Weekends 3:00pm - 11:00pm; All services and activities are In-Person and based at Site Location; Must have the ability to work on weekends and evenings Brooklyn Community Services is one of Brooklyn’s first and largest non-sectarian social services agencies. Serving more than 20,000 individuals annually, BCS is committed to a broad and diverse range of services including prevention of foster care placement; crisis intervention; early childhood and after school education; and vocational training, job placement, and clinical services to adults with physical and developmental disabilities, and histories of mental illness. Cornerstone Programs provide academic, art and recreational opportunities to children, teens and adults in NYCHA community centers and DOE schools. BCS Cornerstone and Beacon Programs are located in Brownsville, Fort Greene, Coney Island and Sunset Park. Group Leaders work collaboratively with Site Director and Assistant Director to provide activities for children, youth, adults and seniors; provide supervision of, and are responsible for the running a classroom (s) with the assistance of an activity specialist; Responsibilities: * Work collaboratively with Site Director and Assistant Director to provide activities for children, youth, adults and seniors; * Supervision and responsibility of running a classroom (s) with the assistance of an activity specialist; * Knowledge and compliance of all DOH, DYCD, DOE and BCS health and safety protocols; * Development of all school learning curriculum and activities for children ages K-5; * Coordinate planning and preparation of activities and materials for daily schedule in conjunction with activity specialist; * Responsible for supervision to groups of children during classroom activities, snack time, recreation and field trips. Provide effective supervision and activities to middle/high school participants during evening and weekend hours if applicable to site; * Responsible for taking daily attendance and entering attendance into DYCD database; * Development and planning community events for children, parents and community; * Oversee and monitor authorized parental/guardian drop off and pick up of children following all health and safety protocols; * Outreach to parents and community to promote the program, activities and upcoming events; * Attend and comply with training requirements, including all healthy and safety protocols; * Other responsibilities as needed and requested by site director; Qualifications Required: * High School Diploma required. Some college education preferred. * Background in sports, music, drama, dance, photography, crafts, sewing, or the arts is a plus. * Must enjoy working with children and be able to pass a background check. BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Job Description WHO WE ARE: VEG is revolutionizing the Veterinary Emergency experience. Our mission is to help people and their pets when they need it most. Emergency is our middle name. It's all we do, so we do it best. The way that Veterinary Emergency was meant to be is now a reality. We are reimagining every part of the process with a unique customer experience, a highly trained emergency focused staff, and on-site advanced diagnostic tools and treatments. Our patients see a doctor right away and clients can stay with their pet through every step of the process. We literally tear down old walls to unite customers with their VEGgie heroes and to see the amazing work they do. We liberate our employees to be all they can be. We brush away systems that don't make sense. We crush old rules. We make new rules. CULTURE AT VEG: At VEG, we want people and their pets to feel safe, secure, and valued. We aim for our employees to feel the same way. We lead with our values of togetherness, openness, heroic helping, and meaningful moments. We are actively evolving to ensure that VEG is not only the best and brightest place to come work today, but also a leader in how we think about talent and development so that our employees grow along with us. For our customers and their pets, we find a way to say, "Yes". We do the same for our employees. FOCUS: This role focuses on ultrasound support for VEG hospitals and training facilities. You will work closely with emergency doctors to provide same-day ultrasound scans for pets when they need it most. You will also assist in coordinating education opportunities and overall ultrasound training for your home and regional hospitals. You will inspire and motivate your fellow VEGgies to grow their ultrasound skills. WHO WE NEED: We are looking for an individual that is passionate and motivated. Someone that values learning and is an honest, respectful team player. They love what they do. They love working with animals and people. They are comfortable adapting to new scenarios, willing to learn new techniques, and think outside the box. Someone with excellent interpersonal skills that is happy to pitch in wherever and whenever they are needed, and does so with a positive attitude. They demonstrate the ability to accomplish assigned tasks and know when to ask for assistance. They display excellent communication skills to their peers, customers, and team. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO: • Perform ultrasound studies and facilitate ultrasound training at your home hospital and regional hospitals, • Maintain good relationships with and accept feedback from teleconsultation radiologists reading your studies (e.g., Antech, SonoPath, IDEXX, VetsChoice, etc.), • Ensure all training content and activities are in alignment with VEG culture, mission, and vision, and represent accurate, up-to-date sonographic techniques, • Track doctor and nursing team skills with a VEG Ultrasound Certificate checklist, • Engage in self-reflection and program evaluation practices to modify and enhance VEG's ultrasound training programs, • Regularly meet with the medical directors, VNDCs, and director of radiology education to discuss program development, training objectives, and additional needs, • Regularly meet with hospital manager and medical director to discuss implementation of new training protocols, training schedules, hospital training needs, and interpersonal concerns, • Coordinate weekly schedule with hospital manager and medical director to work on-the-floor shifts and dedicate time to training responsibilities, • May assist in developing ultrasound curriculum material, as needed, such as PowerPoints, videos, simulations, and assessments to be implemented across the doctor and nursing team training programs, • May have the opportunity to provide educational demonstrations for doctors and nurses at other VEGs including ultrasound topics such as abdominal, thoracic, cardiac, cervical, and musculoskeletal studies OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE: • Full-time employment and benefits with VEG, • Patience to train and develop doctors, nurses, and fellow sonographers, • Previous experience in a training role, • 3+ years veterinary ultrasound experience, • Credentials as a veterinary technician (LVT/CVT/RVT/LVMT), diagnostic medical sonographer (RDMS), AND/OR equivalent experience (e.g., sonographer course certificates), • Comfort mentoring others and giving/receiving feedback from colleagues, • A positive and friendly personality, • The ability to adapt to changing environments, • Embraced The VEG Way and be excited to share your perspective and experience, • The ability to recognize and celebrate other VEGgies' success when they see it, • Eagerness to continue to grow as a sonographer through developing personal skills and knowledge, • Desire to travel to regional hospitals and off-site training facilities (e.g., Fort Collins, CO, Las Vegas, NV, White Plains, NY etc.) WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE US Because emergency is all we do, so we do it best! We also offer: • Industry-leading‌ ‌compensation‌, • Something new every day - you'll never be bored in emergency medicine, • We build our hospitals from scratch. You'll be using all of the latest equipment and technology., • Generous employee pet discount, • Referral rewards - tell your friends why they should come work for VEG too!, • Health‌, Vision, and Dental ‌Insurance‌ ‌ ‌, • 401K‌ ‌w/‌ ‌company‌ ‌match‌, • Paid‌ ‌parental‌ ‌leave‌ ‌-‌ ‌10‌ ‌weeks‌ ‌of‌ ‌paid‌ ‌leave‌ ‌at‌ ‌100%‌ ‌of‌ ‌regular‌ ‌salary‌ ‌, • Unlimited‌ ‌Continuing Education opportunities - we want to help you grow in your career!, • Flexible‌ ‌work‌ ‌schedules‌ ‌for‌ ‌a‌ ‌true‌ ‌work-life‌ ‌balance‌ ‌ ‌, • Growth‌ and relocation ‌potential‌ ‌ ‌, • Groceries‌ sent‌ ‌to the hospitals weekly for the staff to enjoy,‌ ‌monthly‌ ‌and‌ ‌quarterly‌ ‌contests,‌ ‌quarterly‌ ‌hospital‌ ‌outings,‌ company-wide retreats,‌ ‌etc!‌ ‌, • Lastly, because while our work is serious, we believe that it should also be fun! VEG celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. You've found the equal opportunity employer you are looking for. We can't wait to meet you!