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Job Description Early Childhood Music Class Instructor – Play-Based Program coming soon to Millburn! ???? Make Music. Make Memories. Make a Difference. We’re on a mission to change lives through music—starting with our youngest learners. Musicologie Junior is a joyful, play-based early childhood music program designed to nurture creativity, connection, and a lifelong love of music. We’re looking for an energetic, musical, and heart-centered teacher to launch and lead our new location in Millburn, NJ, opening early 2025! ???? Why You'll Love Teaching with Us • ???? Share your passion every day in a fun, supportive environment., • ???? No curriculum planning required – we provide engaging, research-backed lessons., • ???? Ongoing paid training and mentorship so you feel confident and connected., • ???? Room to grow into leadership or private instruction roles., • ???? Flexible hours that work with your schedule., • ???? Competitive pay based on experience., • Lead 40 minute interactive music classes for children ages 0-5 and their grown-ups., • Sing, move, dance, and play simple instruments—guitar/ukulele or piano accompaniment preferred, but not required., • Create a warm, inclusive, and playful environment for every family. You’re an ideal candidate if you are: • A strong musician with vocal ability (guitar, uke, or piano accompaniment ability preferred)., • Experienced with early childhood or group teaching (or excited to learn!)., • A natural communicator who shines with both kids and parents., • A degree in music or early childhood education, • Launching in LOCATION DATE Please send us: • A short video or cover letter introducing yourself, your instrument(s), and experience with young children Apply now and help us build something simply delightful.

Job DescriptionFollow your passion Are you looking to make a BIG impact? At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students. We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, and we are uncompromising in our mission. Currently, we operate multiple elementary and middle schools in the Bronx and Upper Manhattan, and are opening three new elementary schools in Queens for the 2025-26 school year. We plan to grow and open 1-2 schools each year because children in every community deserve excellent, equitable education. Join our growing team today, and be a change agent for children. Our Network office is located at 401 W. 218th St., New York, NY 10034. Our Network team follows a hybrid work schedule: we work in-person from our office on Tuesdays and Thursdays with optional remote days on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, if your team's scope of work permits. Deliver powerful results To achieve our vision, we are searching for a Talent Associate or Manager with a Bachelor's Degree and 2–3+ years of professional experience in education to join our team. The position title will be commensurate with candidate experience relative to Zeta's organizational levels. Ideal candidates will bring experience in school-based talent recruitment in high performing charter schools. We also encourage candidates with experience in School Leadership and AP Roles, Classroom Teaching, School Psychology or Student Support Services (SST), or Specialty teaching (Dance, Soccer, Music, etc.) to apply. Responsibilities: • Drive Zeta's ambitious 2025-2026 school year recruitment campaign that successfully results in our nine (Pre-K through 8th grade) schools and Network office being fully hired across the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens, • Source candidates for a variety of school-based roles through the usage of LinkedIn Recruiter, on-campus recruitment, and other creative and innovative methods to attract top talent whose experience and mindset align with the role requirements and Zeta's mission, • Manage the hiring process end-to-end for one or more pipelines by screening candidate applications, scheduling and conducting interviews, managing candidate offers, as well as other responsibilities, • Manage candidate relationships from initial recruitment to offer, and enthusiastically and knowledgeably communicate the benefits of working at Zeta Charter Schools, • Collaborate with a fast-paced, goal-driven, strategic team to increase the speed and volume at which we hire and the success of our hires, • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and make recommendations to enhance recruitment systems and practices for school-based hiring, • Support the team in managing a competitive recruitment marketing campaign around school-based hiring that includes online advertising campaigns, brochures, recruitment events, and other recruitment activities, • Maintain and ensure accurate data in all talent systems, including analyzing data to identify and address trends in real-time and refine outreach and selection strategies as needed, • We are passionate about our mission of providing world-class education to all students, • We bring a mindset of growth, flexibility, and openness to feedback, • We are hungry and determined to not only meet our goals, but surpass them, • We are humble, willing to put the team's needs ahead of our own, and committed to contributing to a collaborative work environment, • We have a high bar for excellence and sweat over the details, • Strong systems thinking to create scalable processes, • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to work both independently and in a highly collaborative environment, • Flexible schedule including the ability to work late nights and weekends, as needed, • Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, • Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses, • 403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings, • Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses (gym memberships, salon appointments, concerts – it's up to you!), • 4 live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace and free Headspace subscription, • MacBook Air and specified monthly reimbursement for use of a mobile phone, • Fully stocked teacher workrooms with favorite snacks and Nespresso machine, • Zeta swag, team outings, and NYC's finest sweet treats, • Clear pathway to professional growth, • Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates, • Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team

Job Description About Grace Grace Church School is a JK–12, independent school located on two nearby campuses in downtown New York City. An Episcopal school, welcoming children of all faiths and of none, Grace believes in the inherent, precious dignity of every individual and seeks to provide an outstanding education worthy of our common humanity. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to the Episcopal values of dignity and belonging. Grace is a school of big ideas, and our structured curriculum promotes academic excellence through a pedagogy of joy: an approach that reflects our belief that joy is the fuel of academic achievement, and that students learn best when motivated by delight, wonder, curiosity, and purpose. We work hard to nurture a culture of dignity and belonging, and we seek to foster in each student skills of intellectual excellence and habits of ethical virtue. Grounded in tradition, the school remains ever open to innovation, looking to the best research on the science of learning and the craft of teaching to advance the timeless values and aspirations of our mission. About the position Grace Church School seeks an engaging early childhood music teacher. The position will run from August 24th - December 18th. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of how children learn music and develop vocally, display strong classroom management skills, and a proven commitment to professional growth. Candidates should be familiar with the First Steps in Music curriculum, and how to implement it in a way that fosters a supportive and joyful learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a record of cultivating a deep sense of belonging among students and of drawing upon knowledge of a broad range of musical traditions. They will have experience deploying effective tools and strategies for differentiated instruction and habits for communicating clearly and collaboratively with students, families, and colleagues. And they will have a history of pursuing ongoing professional growth. Candidates should also possess a positive attitude and outlook along with flexibility. • Teaching load will include:, • 2 sections of JK Music 1x per week, • 4 sections of K Music 1x per week, • 3 sections of 1st Grade Music 2x per week Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred. Teaching experience in Early Childhood music Compensation This is a part-time faculty position with an expected annualized base salary ranging from $40,800 to $93,024, commensurate with education and experience according to the faculty salary scale. Grace Church School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that equity and inclusion are not only hallmarks of a just society, but also virtues essential to sound learning. Our commitment to our mission calls on all faculty members to promote a culture of dignity and belonging for everyone at Grace. We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds and from individuals of all races, nationalities, identities, and religious and non-religious traditions, and beliefs. To apply, submit a cover letter and resume through our school website. Powered by JazzHR 6wpP6GnIWK

Job Description The Brooklyn Kindergarten Society (BKS) is the original “born in Brooklyn.” We were founded in 1891, and for 130 years, BKS has helped provide high-quality early childhood education to working families. BKS has grown up with the borough and continues to be a leader in equitable access to early childhood education. We provide full day, year-round academic experiences and care for children ages 2-5 years old. Our curriculum is play based and marries together reading, writing, movement and music, with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) learning. Our goal is to ensure that Brooklyn’s youngest learners have an equitable first educational step. Teacher's Aides provide support to the Group and Assistant teacher in implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum (Creative Curriculum) for the assigned classroom, as provided by classroom lesson plan or team. The Aide will work closely with children, staff members, and families to ensure that the center runs smoothly and children’s needs are met each day. They will assist with the supervision of all children, implementing classroom activities, work cooperatively with and support other classroom staff and volunteers, and assist with the general maintenance of the classroom to insure the health and safety of the children of the program. SCOPE OF INFLUENCE • Assist in the direction of a class of students (maybe mixed age) through daily activities, • Communicates with families about children’s progress and work KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Planning and Program Implementation • Planning, • Understand the goals and objectives of BKS, • Grasp curriculum goals and objectives and articulate what children are learning about each unit, • Have an understanding of how children will achieve those goals through academic and social activities, • Identify classroom materials needed to support the implementation of the curriculum towards achieving goals., • Program Implementation, • Engage in children in conversation, • Provide positive guidance for children, • Support in lesson plan implementation, • Assessment system, • Support assistant and group teachers with assessment responsibilities like maintaining observation logs and other running records, • Navigate systems like Teaching Strategies GOLD online (assessment system)., • Supervision, • Assist to provide consistent supervision that takes into account developmentally appropriate activities and health needs of the group and individual child., • Relationship Building, • Foster relationships with key stakeholders e.g., teachers, family workers/social workers, parents and guardians for the purposes of school readiness., • Promoting professional growth, • Fulfill roles as mandated reporter as stated in Child Abuse and Neglect Polices., • Foster relationships with key stakeholders e.g., teachers, family workers/social workers, parents and guardians for the purposes of school readiness., • Minimum of 6 months experience working with children ages 2-4 years old, • A 2.5 minimum culminate high school GPA, Associate’s degree preferred, • CDA in early childhood education preferred, • Experience working with low income populations and diverse cultures.

Job DescriptionJob Summary We are seeking a dynamic, creative, and organized Program Director to lead our adult medical center. The ideal candidate isn't just an administrator; they are a "Chief Experience Officer" who can design a world-class social and recreational program while ensuring top-tier medical oversight. Your goal is to make our center the highlight of our seniors' day through innovative programming, community building, and a joyful atmosphere. Key Responsibilities * Signature Programming: Design and execute a monthly calendar of "fun and functional" activities—ranging from music therapy and interactive technology to fitness challenges and themed social events. * Culture Building: Foster a warm, inclusive, and high-energy environment where seniors feel seen, heard, and excited to participate. * Clinical Oversight: Supervise the medical staff (Nurses, Aides, Therapists) to ensure that health monitoring and treatments are seamlessly integrated into the daily "fun" schedule. * Team Leadership: Hire and mentor a team that is not only clinically competent but also passionate about senior engagement and hospitality. * Community Outreach: Build partnerships with local performers, lecturers, and volunteers to bring fresh, diverse programming into the center. * Facility Management: Ensure the physical environment is safe, clean, and decorated to reflect a welcoming, upscale community center rather than a sterile clinic. Required Skills & Qualifications * The "Creative Spark": Proven experience in event planning, recreational therapy, or hospitality management within a healthcare setting. * Leadership Experience: 3+ years in a supervisory role (Program Director, Assistant Director, or similar) in an adult day center or senior living community. * Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with state licensing and safety protocols to ensure "fun" never compromises "compliance." * Communication: Exceptional ability to engage with seniors, their families, and professional partners with empathy and humor. * Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Recreational Therapy, Social Work, or a related field. Powered by JazzHR zXASZ30bdc