The Lead Teacher at Brooklyn Free Space (BFS) is responsible for the general supervision and management of a classroom. She or he must be professionally prepared as a teacher of young children, especially in the field of early childhood development. This person must be a sensitive and mature individual who is able to relate well to all members of the school community and to effectively lead a teaching team. She or he must maintain a professional attitude, have a warm and friendly personality, and treat all children with dignity and respect. She or he must be able to meet the requirements of all licensing agencies. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Teaching Plan, supervise, and implement classroom programs in accordance with the policies of the school and requirements of licensing agencies. Gear program to needs of individual children, as well as the whole group, with concern for their interests, abilities, talents and individual style, and pace of learning. Engage in ongoing evaluation and assessment procedures needed to assess children’s developmental levels and support curriculum planning. Implement methods for effectively integrating the support, skills, and talents of the teaching team members in all areas of the classroom environment. Administration Assume an equal share of staff joint housekeeping responsibilities. Maintain ordered arrangement, appearance, decor, and learning environment of the classroom, with a clear focus on documentation of the children’s work. Facilitate effective and constructive daily communication with families. Participate in recommended training programs, conferences, courses, and other aspects of professional growth. Facilitate effective and constructive weekly team meetings Read BFS email communications on a daily basis when school is open, excluding sick days or other scheduled days off, and respond to queries in a timely manner. Qualifications BA or MS in Early Childhood Education - Birth to Gr 2 (or related field with at least 12 Early Childhood Education credits) and 2 years of lead teacher experience and/or Initial or Professional NYS Teaching certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth to Gr 2) Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person
Position Summary: The Operations Intern will assist with the daily functions of a boutique hospitality and property management company. This role is essential in supporting a smooth guest experience, coordinating team communications, and maintaining operational efficiency across multiple properties. The intern will be involved in both front desk support and backend administrative tasks, working approximately five shifts per week Key Responsibilities Front Desk & Morning Operations Support daily property routines and guest readiness Assist with guest inquiries and resolve minor issues during shift hours Monitor digital platforms (email, booking channels, messaging apps) for overnight activity and respond as needed Update and distribute cleaning schedules to housekeeping teams via internal communication channels Process reservation payments and coordinate with the central reservations team on payment follow-ups Daily Operational Support Manage check-in and check-out workflows for assigned properties Respond to booking inquiries and guest messages on major platforms (e.g., Airbnb, Expedia) Coordinate with housekeeping staff to ensure daily turnover accuracy Maintain and update occupancy, revenue, and guest experience metrics Assist with updating property management tools and task trackers Order and document purchases needed for housekeeping staff Weekly & Monthly Administrative Tasks Prepare weekly performance reports (e.g., occupancy, ADR, guest ratings) Submit recurring orders for guest amenities and supplies Draft and send guest communication templates (arrival reminders, review requests, etc.) Participate in light research for property design and improvement projects Post guest reviews and feedback on appropriate platforms Requirements Strong verbal and written communication skills Highly organized with attention to detail Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Comfortable navigating multiple platforms and tools (e.g., property management systems, project management apps, guest messaging platforms)