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Job Description Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education, active Special Education Teacher license and minimum 1+ years Special Education Teacher experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered. This opportunity is for a full-time special education teacher dedicated to delivering individualized instruction and support to elementary students with significant cognitive and developmental disabilities. The position involves providing push-in services within a charter school setting, maintaining an average caseload of 24 students over the course of the school year. Key Responsibilities: • Deliver tailored educational programs to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities., • Collaborate with general education teachers to implement inclusive teaching strategies., • Monitor and document student progress, adapting plans as necessary., • Possession of valid NJ TOH or NJ TOSD certification., • Authorization to work in the United States., • Successful completion of background check and drug screening., • Full-time, 37.5 hours per week., • Contract duration aligned with the school year., • Weekly pay providing consistent financial support., • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage., • Access to a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Compensation for this position ranges from $20.00 to $45.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

Job DescriptionDescription: Location: New York Position Description: The Teacher of the Deaf /HH or Early Childhood Special Educator serves a pivotal role within Clarke’s birth-3 program, conducting evaluations, providing individual SI sessions, virtually and in person and leads SI groups, such as parent/infant groups, toddler groups and parent support groups. Clarke’s EI program uses parent coaching approach, to increase parents/caregivers capacity to use strategies and skills to support each child’s overall development, increase amplification use, and to apply listening and spoken language techniques outside of the intervention setting. The EI teacher works closely with Clarke’s EI team of Speech Pathologists, Audiologist, OT/PT, service coordinator and other educators to support infants and toddlers who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families. This is a full time, 35 hour per week position that follows the preschool 6-week summer schedule and academic calendar Sept-June, with the possibility of flexible scheduling for any parent groups meeting outside of regular business hours. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: · Provide individual and group Early Intervention special instruction and support services following each child’s learning planning and in keeping with EI regulations and Clarke’s policies and procedures. · Conduct evaluations following EI regulations and using appropriate tools such as standardized measures, questionnaires, parent report, and observation. · Support parents/caregivers of children who are deaf or hard of hearing in Clarke’s birth-3 program by providing information, resources, connection and guidance about hearing loss related topics, typical development, and Early Intervention. · Design a learning environment and activities for parent child and toddler groups that promote the child’s acquisition of skills in a variety of developmental areas, including cognitive processes, communication, and social interaction, that contribute to the development of auditory and spoken language skills. · Any other assignments or responsibilities as decided by the program director. Other Duties: Meetings · Child specific meetings, including IFSP meetings, parent meetings, and team meetings. · Internal meetings such as department meetings, staff meetings, and Focus Groups · Participate in trainings, workshops, conferences, and other professional development Reports and Documentation · Early Intervention required documentation such as session notes, logs, progress reports, and evaluations. · Attendance monitoring · Non-EI, virtual session documentation · IFSP goals Requirements: Education, licenses, certifications, skills and experience • NYS certification in Deaf/HH Education or Early Childhood Special Education certification, • Bachelors or master’s degree in Deaf/HH Education preferred, • Experience working with young children and families, preferred, • Commitment to Clarke’s mission and the listening and spoken language approach required, • Interest in learning about and obtaining LSL Cert AVT or AVEd. certification, • Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills. Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech does not discriminate on the basis of sex in admission and administration of its educational programs or activities or employment. Clarke is required by Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106 not to discrimination on the basis of sex in admission, administration of its educational programs or activities or employment. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106 to Clarke may be referred to Clarke’s Title IX Coordinator, Andrea Harkins, CHRO, 45 Round Hill Road, Northampton, MA 01060, , 413.582.1155 or the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, at 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202, telephone number 800-421-3481.

Job DescriptionDescription: About Bronx Arts Bronx Charter School for the Arts (Bronx Arts) is a public K-8 charter school founded on the principle that a rich and vibrant background in the arts is a key component of achieving academic excellence. We strive to serve as a model that encourages creativity and innovation in the classroom and inspires students to develop the intellectual and personal fortitude to realize their dreams. Opportunity Summary Bronx Arts seeks a Teacher Assistant responsible for supporting K-5 teachers in their effort to maintain a safe, positive classroom environment in which students attain high academic and behavioral goals. Additionally, the Teacher Assistant helps ensure the smooth daily operations of the school by distributing meals, supervising students during recess and meals, and managing student dismissal. Responsibilities: Student Achievement • Supports with student behavior., • Encourages and guides students to explore, express and uncover new ideas of their own., • Supports teaching and learning by providing individual and group help during a classroom activity (learning centers, etc.)., • Supports teacher by preparing materials and organizing activities., • Reflects and communicates regularly with the teacher to modify practices and increase student achievement (participates in planning, discussions, sits in on parent discussions, attends child studies)., • Assists classroom teacher in documenting student progress., • Helps maintain student files., • Communicates with lead teacher and inclusion teacher to assist students with special needs to ensure they achieve at high academic levels and are fully included in the Bronx Arts community; fosters a rich experience for all students in inclusion., • Acts as liaison to parents/guardians., • Supervises unstructured time in hallways, recess, community meetings, meals, etc. from 7:45 a.m. until 3:45 p.m., • Attends staff meetings and professional development., • Assists in the development of programs to make schools more effective learning environments and monitor effectiveness of programs., • Assist Special Education Coordinator, School Social Worker and Teachers in developing plans/system to help IEP students struggling to achieve mastery in BASS and the school wide Positive Behavior Intervention System., • Creates a classroom community that maintains the school’s high social expectations for students as defined by BASS and the Bronx Arts operating principles., • Monitors and tracks students’ mastery of BASS daily., • Participates in the on-going effort to establish a school culture that reinforces the school’s mission, goals, and operating principles within all aspects of the Bronx Arts community., • Actively works to improve his or her own practice in order to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to generally increase his or her effectiveness in the organization. Attends relevant professional development., • Actively strives to embody the operating principles in his or her work., • Operates according to the professional standards of the school, which are defined in detail within the schools’ staff policies and procedures handbook., • Takes responsibility for the success of the organization by maximizing all opportunities to further the mission of the organization within the school, broader Hunts Point, and New York City communities.Requirements:, • Must have a High School Diploma Compensation packages are competitive and commensurate with experience. Benefits include: Health, Paid Time-Off, Short-term Disability, Life Insurance, Commuter Benefit Program. Optional benefits include: Retirement Investment (403b Plan), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, and Medical Flexible Spending Account. Bronx Arts is an equal opportunity employer. Bronx Arts does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.

Job DescriptionCompany Description About KIPP New Jersey KIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized “Knowledge Is Power Program” network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. In 2002, KIPP New Jersey first opened its doors in Newark’s South Ward as a single class of 80 fifth graders and has since grown to educate 7,035 students in grades K-12 across 15 schools in Newark and Camden. More than 90% of KIPP New Jersey students currently qualify for free or reduced meals. To learn more, visit . Job Description Here’s what you need to know: As a School Social Worker, you will support special education and general education students to reach their fullest academic and social potential. A bit more about you…you have strong organizational skills and are a communications ace. You want to help kids on an individual basis. You’re willing to do whatever it takes to help each student be successful. Here’s what you’ll be doing: • Serve as a case manager to students with identified special needs as well as for students being referred to the Child Study Team., • Communicate effectively with parents and all stakeholders involved in the IEP process, • Use clinical skills to provide group and individual counseling, • Provide crisis counseling to students and families experiencing mental health and/or social service emergencies, • Deliver behavior management and de-escalation techniques to create a safe school environment for all students., • Implement behavior intervention plans and monitor student progress in conjunction with the school support team.Qualifications Must Haves: • MSW, LSW, or LCSW required., • CSSW required., • 1-2 years’ experience in counseling and working with adolescents and families, • Knowledge of community social service resources and how to access them, • Understanding of current rules and regulations regarding child study teams, special education assessments and program requirements, • Unwavering commitment to our students and their success, • Ability to communicate clearly and to invest stakeholders in student goals, • Ability to establish relationships with students and families at all costs, • Solution orientation and ability to bring a new lens to challenging problems, • A high level of organization skills and attention to detail Additional Information KIPP NJ offers competitive salaries to newly hired staff members. Salaries are based on prior experience and in accordance with certification requirements. KIPP NJ offers a competitive salary range of $65,000-$103,000+ for school social workers. In addition to a competitive salary, KIPP NJ offers a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, the following: • Robust benefits that include medical, dental, and vision, • Participation in the New Jersey Teachers Pension and Annuity Fund, provided appropriate teacher certification, • Optional participation in the KIPP NJ 403b retirement plan, including matching contributions, • A school-issued laptop, • Transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into Newark from the New York City area, • Generous Time-Off including 3.5-4 school vacation weeks (depending on the year), allocated sick and personal days, and an extended summer break, • Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave for primary caregivers, • Employer paid life insurance #LI-NJ

Job DescriptionDescription: We are currently looking for a Preschool Special Education Floating Teacher to join our team at the Manhattan Children's Program. This position includes a $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS! Why Join ADAPT? It is more than a job; it's a calling. It is where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC (New York City) provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With care and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities. For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth. SUMMARY Under general direction, is responsible for conducting educational classes for special education pre-school or Early Intervention, in accordance with the needs of the students and in accordance with the regulations and requirements of the applicable governmental and other regulatory agencies. Acts as team leader of each student’s team. The Teacher is a management position and supervisory position. Is responsible for supervising Teacher Assistants assigned to his/her team. Interviews, effectively recommends hire, discipline termination, and suspension; resolving grievances, schedules, orient; responsibly directs; completes probationary and annual evaluations; and commends Teacher Assistants. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Special Education Teacher will include, but are not limited to the following: • Plans and conducts classes/activities adapted to needs of students., • Assesses and prepares IFSP/IEP’s. Implements and evaluates short and long-term goals and objectives., • Participates in activities pertaining to student transitioning., • Participates in Initial Evaluations and Intake processes., • Provides educational assessment and evaluation on students annually in all educational domains., • Prepares and adapts all individual and group lesson plans and materials, equipment and furniture arrangement and necessary modifications of environment., • Maintains records of daily attendance and progress. Writes periodic progress reports, annual reports and other data as requested., • Ensures that services are rendered to students with utmost regard for their personal dignity, privacy and confidentiality., • Participates in activities outside classroom where necessary, i.e. trips, pool, gym, libraries, lab, etc., • Serves and participates as a member at interdisciplinary team meetings, Annual Reviews, Parent Meetings, Special Review Committee meetings, In-Services, etc. as required., • Attends regular staff meetings, student reviews, district meetings and conferences., • Orients, trains, evaluates, delegates, supervises work of and effectively recommends hiring, disciplining, suspending and terminating of Teacher Assistants assigned to his/her team., • Obtains approval, requisitions and purchases class equipment and materials., • Assists with transporting students between buses and building as needed., • Implements universal precautions at all times., • Assists with toileting, feeding and positioning students as needed., • Attends supervisory and management meetings., • Assists students on arrival and departure with their outer clothing as needed., • Substitutes in another classroom as requested., • Participates in in-service training programs as requested., • Confers with director or other agency personnel regarding problems, questions and suggestions for programming or handling of students., • Initiates precautions within established framework to assure that own work is completed in a manner free from recognized hazards., • Attends parent meetings as requested. Confers with individual parents on program content and progress as it relates to their child., • Assists with curriculum development., • Provides supervision and training to student teachers., • Keeps abreast of changes in field. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English., • Excellent oral and written communication skills, • Good organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines., • Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and appropriate software, • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, children and their parents and outside contacts., • Must maintain confidentiality of student’s records, • Must maintain confidentiality of staff records, • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures., • Master’s Degree in Special Education, • New York State Certification in Special Education Early Childhood (Birth-2nd Grade), • Meet all additional NY State Certification requirements. • OR - At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture. ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. Requirements:

Job DescriptionSpecial Education Teacher Support Services (SETSS) Teacher Location: New York, NY 10032 Position Type: Full-Time Compensation: $60/hour About Us Join Focused Staffing Group and be a catalyst for positive change! At Focused Staffing, we don’t just fill positions—we transform lives, one rockstar talent at a time. Whether you’re eager to make a meaningful difference in behavioral health or dedicated to empowering students in K-12 education, our mission is to connect skilled, passionate professionals with the communities that need them most. As a leader in specialized staffing, we provide exceptional opportunities and support for every member of our team, creating lasting impact for those we serve and those who serve with us. Discover how your unique strengths can help build brighter futures across schools and behavioral health organizations nationwide. Want to love what you do? Let's make it happen! Check out our candidates' success stories! The Opportunity We are seeking a high-performing SETSS Teacher who is passionate about supporting diverse learners and helping every child thrive academically and socially. This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative school community that values inquiry-based learning, restorative practices, and the power of creativity to drive student growth. What You’ll Do As a SETSS Teacher, you will: * Deliver specially designed and supplemental instruction to support students with disabilities in the general education setting. * Collaborate with general education teachers to provide flexible, inclusive support that meets students where they are. * Use a combination of push-in and pull-out models, providing both direct and indirect services tailored to student needs. * Create a joyful, engaging, and inclusive classroom culture where all students feel empowered to learn. * Differentiate instruction to target individual learning styles and strengthen skills in language, cognition, sensory-motor, and memory. * Actively engage students in rigorous, project-based, Common Core-aligned learning experiences. * Use data to inform instruction and drive academic outcomes for every learner. * Participate in Child Study Team assessments and contribute to the development of IEPs and 504 plans. * Foster strong, professional relationships with students and families, building a supportive community of learning. What We’re Looking For * Valid NYS (or equivalent) Special Education Teaching Certification (required). * Experience teaching in an urban elementary setting. * Demonstrated success in raising student achievement. * Strong belief that all students can achieve at high levels. * Excellent communication and collaboration skills. * A compassionate, student-first mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced school environment. * A sense of humor, flexibility, and team spirit. Preferred Skills (a plus, not required): * Bilingual (Spanish). * Music performance or strong appreciation for arts integration. * Training in ABA or Nonviolent Crisis Intervention. * Early childhood teaching experience or certifications. * Experience with Project-Based and Inquiry-Based Learning. * Familiarity with Responsive Classroom, Love & Logic, or Restorative Justice models. Why Join Us? * Competitive hourly rate of $60/hour. * Professional growth opportunities in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. * A chance to make a lasting impact on students’ academic, social, and emotional success. * Be part of a supportive community where compassion, creativity, and curiosity fuel learning every day. Apply today and bring your expertise, compassion, and creativity to a role where you can truly change lives.

Job Description BelovED Community Charter School is hiring a High School Social Studies Teacher for the 24-25 School Year. Mission Statement At its core, the mission of the BelovED High School Humanities Department is to provide a comprehensive curriculum that is based upon research and best practices, ensuring that students become critical thinkers, proficient readers, expressive writers and communicators in order to promote the literacy skills and concepts required for success in an ever evolving global and technological world. Goals BelovED’s High School Humanities Curriculum blends the conceptual learning of history, English and current events with core literacy skills and is designed to ensure that students read and understand a variety of complex texts across multiple genres such as poetry, myths, realistic fiction, historical fiction, speeches, dramas, literary criticism, letters, speeches, articles, short stories, and more. These varied texts allow students to encounter new perspectives, rethink ideas, and deepen their understanding of the world, while acquiring relevant content knowledge through the infusion of historical context. Our goal is to provide students with quality, rigorous instruction that encourages them to become critical and creative thinkers through culturally relevant texts and learning experiences that help them gain the competencies needed to become change agents within their larger communities. The ideal candidate: • Holds Standard teaching certification in History/Social Studies, • Has a strong knowledge base and execution of best practices in Writing, • Understands and applies the NJSS ELA Companion Standards for History, Social Studies, Science and Technical Subjects to integrate reading and writing into content area instruction Candidates must hold or plan to pursue the New Jersey Department of Education certifications necessary to teach High School. Benefits Teacher Supports Sample teacher supports include: • A teacher coach, career-long professional development assistance and grade-level professional learning community support;, • A research-based curriculum and supporting curricular materials (you will have the freedom to develop your own, but after a full day in the classroom, you may appreciate not always having to develop learning objectives and curricular resources from scratch);, • High-quality formative assessments, aligned with our curriculum, that will help you immediately identify when students in your class have not achieved mastery of a skill, concept, or knowledge item;, • Full-time reading and math specialists who will be available to tutor students who are struggling to master an essential skill, and social workers who will be available to help students struggling with outside problems;, • The staffing of our afterschool program by Academic Tutors, so we can limit the length of our teachers’ work-days;, • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision), • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA), • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays), • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity), • Short Term & Long Term Disability INDCRITICAL

Job Description Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned Academic Specialist to aid the Academic Support Unit (ASU). The Academic Specialist will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life. The Academic Specialist will join our ASU team that is responsible for the design and delivery of academic intervention services to students in HCZ programs who are academically at-risk/off-track for college admission. The ideal candidate will be a certified teacher and or master’s level teaching professional supporting the development of well-designed, standards-based afterschool programming at their designated programs to help ensure all children consistently have quality learning experiences in HCZ programs. For more information, check out Want to Work at Harlem Children’s Zone? Here’s 7 Things You Need to Know. Requirements • Commitment to HCZ’s mission, vision, and values, • Master’s Degree in education or related area with at least 4 years of teaching experience, or bachelor’s degree in Education or related field with at least 5 years of teaching experience with students in an urban/low-income community, • Teaching experience in an after-school setting is highly desirable Who You Are • Familiarity with best practices in curriculum building and lesson planning, • Knowledge of literacy and or STEM-based enrichment and lesson plan writing, • Knowledge of Standards-based instruction combined with an understanding of the challenges facing students in a low-income urban setting, • Strong communications skills, including clear and concise writing and speech, ability to adapt tone and level of details needed or appropriate for the targeted audience, • Ability to work effectively as part of a team, including understanding and interacting with individuals of diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities, • Knowledge of research on college readiness and early warning indicators for students being off-track for college or at risk of failing or dropping out of school What You’ll Do Instructional Planning and Instruction Lead the development and delivery of intensive learning interventions, individual and small groups, for all students who are academically at-risk/off-track (i.e., failing or at risk of failing one or more core classes, failing NYS Examinations, having 10% or more school absences, and or are under-credited for high school graduation). • Design and or revise remedial units of instruction in core subjects (ELA, math, and social studies) to meet students’ needs with special attention given to differentiation for individual strengths and weaknesses, • Oversee the delivery of instruction of the academic tutors through class observations, • Ensure that tutors provide appropriate learning interventions for students with special learning needs (e.g., students with IEP designation) and English Language Learners (ELLs) Organize and analyze students’ academic performance data to determine students’ learning needs and strengths before the beginning and end of a program cycle, as well as after each marking period and or State examinations. • Identify students for academic intervention and devise groupings according to needs, • Create assessments as needed and monitor student progress, • Prepare a summary report of assessed learning needs and discuss with the Program Director and management team, including the ACM, and Healthy Harlem Coordinators for use in the development of additional academic intervention strategies Collaborate with, and provide guidance and assistance to, the Program Director and management team, and Healthy Harlem Coordinators in the development of units, lessons, and activities to supplement students’ school instruction and to meet program academic goals and objectives. • Assist in the design and frequency of co-curricular units - homework support units, subject-specific tutoring units, learning arts, and STEM enrichment, • Collaborate with coordinators to provide instructional guidance to teaching artists and activity specialists to aid them in the delivery of co-curricular and academic content, • Work with ACM Coordinators to identify or develop supplementary learning resources and strategies to support students’ learning and enrichment interests, including effective study habits, peer study groups, planning, and organizing schoolwork, note-taking, and other related strategies, • Identify and recommend resources needed to provide quality learning support programs and services Oversee the hiring, coaching, and supervision of tutors and assigned instructional support staff. • Lead the selection of and onboarding process for tutors, as approved by the Program Director, • Conduct observations of instructional staff and provide written feedback and coaching to improve performance and support staff professional development, • Collaborating with Academic Specialists colleagues or Training Units to develop, deliver, and or source monthly professional development sessions for tutors and other instructional staff, including workshops, demonstration lessons, and ongoing one-on-one coaching Work closely and collaboratively with program colleagues, public school partners, and appropriate HCZ departments and units. • Closely monitor and advise ACM Coordinators and Student Advocates on learning interventions for students with special learning needs (e.g., students with IEP designation) and English Language Learners (ELLs)., • Work collaboratively with program teams and lead the academic aspects of transition planning for incoming 6thand 9th-grade students to identify needed learning supports and other services related to students’ academic performance, • Collaborate with Academic Specialists colleagues to develop and coordinate standard and common academic support services for HCZ students who attend the same public (including Charter) schools; where possible, develop partnership agreements with schools to support students, including but not limited to negotiating credit recovery classes through summer remediation programs, providing HCZ on-site study-hall or school-based support, and or assigning an HCZ teaching assistant to a particular class or core subject for which a number of HCZ students are at-risk of failing, • Collaborate with program colleagues to design and co-facilitate components of parent and student meetings to discuss student performance, college-readiness standards, early warning, and at-risk indicators, and HCZ’s supplemental academic and enrichment programs and strategies to support students’ learning needs and college readiness, • Participate in program special events, staff meetings, and other program events Schedule Benefits As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families — and our staff — thrive. We offer highly competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth. Our exceptional full- time benefits include: • Highly competitive base salaries, • Paid time off, • Employee referral bonus, • Career advancement, • No-cost health insurance, • Life Insurance, • Short-and long-term disability, • Additional voluntary benefits, • Wellness discounts, • Commuter benefits, • Financial wellness perks, • Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.) The salary range for this position is $62,000 to $67,000 per year. To be considered, interested applicants should apply directly through the posting. No telephone inquiries or recruiters, please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Harlem Children's Zone is an EOE.

Job Description Job Title: Family Specialist Classification: Non-Exempt Status: Full-time, 9AM-5PM (hours may vary) Reports to: Senior Program Director Location: Mott Haven Section, Bronx, New York Salary: $27.47 - $32.96 Objective: The Family Specialist has the lead responsibility for integrating family goals and services with the tasks of all team members and for providing family psychoeducation individually and in groups. They are also responsible for assisting with the planning, organizing and enrollment into education services for children living with their parents in residential sites. The Family Specialist must have the ability to develop trusting relationships with knowledge of child development and also assist parents with locating supportive resources for the families and coordinating educational opportunities for their children. The Family Specialist will work as a member of an interdisciplinary team in supportive housing serving individuals impacted by chronic medical conditions including HIV and AIDS as well as serious mental illness and substance abuse disorder. Position Type: This is a full-time position with a variable schedule based on the needs of clients. This will involve flexible evening hours. Lantern staff may be asked to change work schedule and hours depending on the operational needs of the site and the agency. Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • In coordination with the Senior Case Manager, ensure families have access to high quality community health, mental health and substance use services., • Build partnerships with parents and families to ensure that children receive well matched educational services as well as any needed support or intervention services., • Assist with the transition of children to Pre-K, Kindergarten, Middle School and High School and help parents with completing the school application process., • Support families through the application process for college-bound youth or those seeking vocational or trade training., • Attend school meetings such as IEP and parent teacher night when needed., • Design and implement workshops for parents including those that develop parenting skills, promote better relationships and empower families to participate as active members of the community., • Participates in community initiatives to develop and maintain relationships and identify families for participation., • Participate in meetings with social services staff to coordinate services and generate ideas to support families and their children., • Attend trainings and staff meetings, as required., • Document all client work in confidential electronic records., • Complete reports as directed by supervisor., • Perform other job-related duties, as assigned. Required Education and Experience: • Bachelor's degree from an accredited school with a minimum of 2 years' experience providing education or social services to families is required., • Experience working for the New York City Department of Education or Educational Programs preferred., • Experience advocating for families., • Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, including excellent writing ability, demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to perform complex tasks with limited supervision., • Must have strong computer skills in Microsoft Office & Zoom., • Preferred. Knowledge of HIV/AIDS, mental health, substance use or chronically homelessness, • Preferred. Some knowledge and experience in working with early childhood mental health and adult disability services. Work Environment: This job operates in a supportive housing site and works with a population who may experience mental illness, substance use, disability, HIV/AIDS, and other chronic illnesses. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, climb stairs and/ or kneel. Occasionally the employee will have to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Note: Lantern Community Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Lantern Community Services (Lantern) values the diversity of all our clients, staff, Board of Directors, and partners. By bringing diverse individuals and viewpoints together, we create more vibrant, healthy, and just communities. Lantern welcomes individuals of all backgrounds and experiences regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, political belief, pregnancy, religion, immigration status, veteran status, class, creed, mental or physical disability, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.