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Job Description POSITION SUMMARY The teacher is responsible for putting into practice the curricular goals and benchmarks in the classroom. The teacher is in charge of ensuring the safety of children entrusted to her/him and of ensuring the development and school readiness of each individual child and of the group. The teacher is supervised by the director or assistant director. GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide supervision, technical assistance, guidance and support to children and assistant teachers, • Complete observations and assessments on children’s progress and development, • Maintain regular communication with parents including drafting of letters and reports and giving written information to parents as needed, • Prepare children’s daily reports to parents and referral forms and plans for children with special needs as needed, • Prepare weekly/daily lesson plans, • Complete weekly and routine observations on classroom environment, implementation checklists, and adjustments to lesson plans, • Coordinate assistant teacher’s tasks and activities modeling best practices, • Keep records of children’s observations, performance and development, • Ensure compliance with NAEYC, state, local, and agency policies, regulations and procedures, • Ensure that records and documentation are up to date and secure to assure client’s right to privacy, • Coordinate with head teacher, and where applicable, schedule meetings and conferences with parents regarding children’s progress and individual development plans, • Participate in training, planning and evaluation activities and meetings with staff and parents as needed, • Provide assistance to head teacher to cover other classrooms’ children and activities, • Ensure classroom ratios at all times, • Ensure the consistent accurate collection of the data, • Identify patterns and trends of administrative services, • Use results of data to inform supervisor of trends that may impact services QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor of Arts /Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education or Child Development with at least three hundred sixty (360) hours of documented supervised experience working with unrelated pre-school aged children and at least one semester of student teaching with pre-school aged children OR, • Hold an AA in Early Childhood Education or Child Development and be enrolled in a higher education program with at least five hundred forty (540) hours of documented supervised experience working with unrelated pre-school aged children and at least one semester of student teaching with pre-school aged children and demonstrating continuous progress towards a Bachelor’s Degree, which will be required for continued employment by 2029., • Must possess the personal qualities necessary to care for and work with children, relate to other adults, including staff and parents., • Possess the management competencies and criteria established by Catholic Charities for a supervisory role specifically:, • Proficiency of oral and written communication skills., • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meets timelines., • Excellent planning skills and ability to manage details., • Skill and experience in motivating and managing personnel., • Ability to work well with individuals at all levels, both internally or externally and works to create a team environment., • Monitoring and supervising job performance of direct reports., • Scheduling and managing employee schedules to effectively meet program requirements., • Child CPR/First Aid certification REQUIRED: • A pre-employment health certification, including a documented, negative tuberculin test or normal chest x-ray is required as well as a criminal background check

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Bonus based on performance, • Company parties, • Dental insurance, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Opportunity for advancement, • Training & development, • Do Work That Matters: Many people find this career appealing because it allows them to help others in a meaningful way. For teachers and coaches, whose work is already rooted in service and personal connection, this kind of role may feel like a natural extension of what they value most., • Leverage Your Communication Expertise: As a teacher or coach, youve mastered the art of communication, whether it's explaining complex concepts or motivating individuals. These skills are crucial in financial services, where you'll guide clients through important financial decisions that impact their lives., • Build Lifelong Relationships: In teaching and coaching, you connect with individuals over time, watching them grow and succeed. In financial services, you can continue fostering these long-term relationships, helping clients at each stage of their financial journey, and offering support that lasts a lifetime., • See the Impact of Your Work: Just as youve seen the difference youve made in the classroom or on the field, a career in financial services allows you to witness firsthand how your advice and guidance can lead to meaningful, lasting changes in your clients lives., • Achieve Greater Rewards: The transition from teaching or coaching to financial services offers the potential for not only a more fulfilling career, but also the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, while building a future that reflects your values and goals.Our growing office is located at: 29 S Main St. Ste 201 West Hartford, CT 06107 Follow this link to hear more about Gina Cimineris Northwestern Mutual Experience: Meet Our Local Leaders: Jen Vitas, Chief Development Officer, District Director & Financial Advisor: • Time with NM: Since 2011, • Previous experience: Worked at Fiserv as a Client Service Advisor, partnering with financial institutions to support back-office operations and business strategy., • Passionate about: Developing people, expanding impact through leadership, and helping both clients and advisors achieve long-term success. Outside of work, she is a proud single mother of three, enjoys traveling and experiencing new cultures, loves music and dancing, and values spending time outdoors, especially during the summer months.Danielle DeLorge, Growth & Development Director & Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2016, • Previous experience: Began her career with Northwestern Mutual as a college intern in June 2016 before transitioning into a full-time role and becoming an integral member of the leadership team., • Passionate about: Building long-lasting client relationships rooted in empathy and integrity, spending time with her husband and their two golden retrievers, enjoying outdoor activities, family gatherings, and maintaining a healthy balance between professional success and meaningful personal connections.Alexa Philbrick, New Client Growth & Acquisition Specialist & Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2020, • Previous experience: Made a purposeful career change from another role in finance at age 26. Holds an English minor and a business minor, which shape her strong communication skills and analytical approach. She now focuses on recruiting, developing, and supporting advisors, with particular strength in mentoring career changers and growth-minded professionals., • Passionate about: Helping clients achieve long-term financial security, mentoring the next generation of advisors, reading, continuous learning, and taking on new challenges with curiosity and intention.Paul Schaeffer, FSA, Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2024, • Previous experience: Actuary (FSA) with a background in actuarial science, data and analytics, healthcare finance, underwriting, pricing, reserving, FP&A, and actuarial modeling. Entered Northwestern Mutual with deep product knowledge equivalent to decades of industry experience and a strong professional network of over 2,000 contacts, which helped him transition quickly and build early momentum., • Passionate about: Spending time with his wife and their three children. Enjoys family golf, skiing, and travel, along with music, thought-provoking puzzles, finance, and making a meaningful impact by helping others.Bryan Jock, WMC Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2022, • Previous experience: Law enforcement, serving in a supervisory detective role. Developed highly transferable skills including strong client communication, attention to detail for individualized retirement planning, and active listening, now central to his client-first advisory approach., • Passionate about: His family and spending quality time with his wife and two children. Outside the office, youll often find him at the batting cages with his daughter or at the ice rink with his son.Lia Moylan, Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2020, • Previous experience: Teacher and bartender, bringing a people-first mindset, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills into her financial advisory practice. Focused on helping individuals and families reach and maintain long-term financial security and stability., • Passionate about: Spending time with her three children (a 4-year-old daughter and twin 1-year-old boys), travel, food, fun experiences, and helping others build a secure future.About Us: At Greater Hartford Wealth Management of Northwestern Mutual, youll join a team led by nationally recognized women leaders who believe in growing impact through people. Under the leadership of Jen Vitas, named one of the Top 50 Women Chief Development Officers of 2025 by Women We Admire, our firm is rooted in integrity, bold leadership, and fierce advocacy for our clients, team members, and community. Our culture is collaborative, values-driven, and purpose-led, shaped by leaders like Jen Vitas and Danielle DeLorge, whose work reflects a deep commitment to developing others and doing whats right. Beyond the office, were proud to give back through meaningful community involvement, including long-standing support of Alexs Lemonade Stand through annual Lemonade Ball and Golf Tournament participation. Position Responsibilities for a Financial Planner: • Educate clients on financial planning and insurance options., • Provide excellent customer service and build lasting relationships., • Collaborate with a local supportive team.Position Requirements:, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Goal-oriented with a desire to succeed., • Life insurance license and certifications (or willingness to obtain). Position Perks: • Significant bonus opportunity commensurate with outcomes, • Dental insurance, • Health insurance, • Life insurance, • Retirement plan, • Vision insurance, • Ongoing professional development, • Local culture of support and positive recognition Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. Jen Vitas is a District Director for NM and is not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries. Flexible work from home options available.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Bonus based on performance, • Company parties, • Dental insurance, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Opportunity for advancement, • Training & development Our growing office is located at: 29 S Main St. Ste 201 West Hartford, CT 06107 Follow this link to hear about a Day in the Life of a Northwestern Mutual Advisor: A Glance at Northwestern Mutual (NM): Northwestern Mutual is a FORTUNE 500 company that provides a wide range of financial services to more than 5 million people. As a mutual company, we answer to our policyownersnot Wall Street. We began in Wisconsin in 1857, and today were one of Americas top companies - as was recognized by FORTUNE as one of the Worlds Most Admired life insurance companies in 2024 - with a unique culture deeply dedicated to helping people achieve financial security. Meet Our Local Team: Jen Vitas, Chief Development Officer, District Director & Financial Advisor: • Time with NM: Since 2011, • Previous experience: Worked at Fiserv as a Client Service Advisor, partnering with financial institutions to support back-office operations and business strategy., • Passionate about: Developing people, expanding impact through leadership, and helping both clients and advisors achieve long-term success. Outside of work, she is a proud single mother of three, enjoys traveling and experiencing new cultures, loves music and dancing, and values spending time outdoors, especially during the summer months.Danielle DeLorge, Growth & Development Director & Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2016, • Previous experience: Began her career with Northwestern Mutual as a college intern in June 2016 before transitioning into a full-time role and becoming an integral member of the leadership team., • Passionate about: Building long-lasting client relationships rooted in empathy and integrity, spending time with her husband and their two golden retrievers, enjoying outdoor activities, family gatherings, and maintaining a healthy balance between professional success and meaningful personal connections.Alexa Philbrick, New Client Growth & Acquisition Specialist & Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2020, • Previous experience: Made a purposeful career change from another role in finance at age 26. Holds an English minor and a business minor, which shape her strong communication skills and analytical approach. She now focuses on recruiting, developing, and supporting advisors, with particular strength in mentoring career changers and growth-minded professionals., • Passionate about: Helping clients achieve long-term financial security, mentoring the next generation of advisors, reading, continuous learning, and taking on new challenges with curiosity and intention.Paul Schaeffer, FSA, Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2024, • Previous experience: Actuary (FSA) with a background in actuarial science, data and analytics, healthcare finance, underwriting, pricing, reserving, FP&A, and actuarial modeling. Entered Northwestern Mutual with deep product knowledge equivalent to decades of industry experience and a strong professional network of over 2,000 contacts, which helped him transition quickly and build early momentum., • Passionate about: Spending time with his wife and their three children. Enjoys family golf, skiing, and travel, along with music, thought-provoking puzzles, finance, and making a meaningful impact by helping others.Bryan Jock, WMC Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2022, • Previous experience: Law enforcement, serving in a supervisory detective role. Developed highly transferable skills including strong client communication, attention to detail for individualized retirement planning, and active listening, now central to his client-first advisory approach., • Passionate about: His family and spending quality time with his wife and two children. Outside the office, youll often find him at the batting cages with his daughter or at the ice rink with his son.Lia Moylan, Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2020, • Previous experience: Teacher and bartender, bringing a people-first mindset, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills into her financial advisory practice. Focused on helping individuals and families reach and maintain long-term financial security and stability. Key Responsibilities: • Client Consultation: Engage with clients to understand their financial goals, aspirations, and concerns., • Financial Planning: Develop comprehensive financial plans that include investments, insurance, and retirement., • Insurance Solutions: Recommend and implement insurance strategies to protect clients' assets and income., • Ongoing Support: Monitor clients' financial plans and provide regular updates, adjusting strategies as needed to meet changing circumstances., • Networking: Build and maintain a network of clients through referrals, community involvement, and professional associations.Qualifications:, • Education: Bachelor's Degree is strongly preferred or military equivalent., • Experience: Previous experience in financial services, insurance or business development is beneficial but not required., • Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to build trust and rapport with clients., • Licenses: Obtain necessary licenses, such as Series 6, 63, and state insurance licenses (training and sponsorship available).Benefits:, • Professional Development: Access to ongoing training and development programs, including sponsorship for advanced certifications., • Income Potential: Competitive compensation structure including performance incentives, with no ceiling., • Support and Mentorship: Comprehensive support from a dedicated planning team, marketing resources, and experienced mentors., • Work-Life Balance: Flexibility to create a schedule that fits your lifestyle and goals., • Impact: Make a lasting impact by guiding individuals and families in your community towards financial security and success. Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. Jen Vitas is a District Director for NM and is not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries. Flexible work from home options available.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Bonus based on performance, • Company parties, • Dental insurance, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Opportunity for advancement, • Training & development Leverage Your Healthcare Background for a Rewarding Career: • Build Direct Client Relationships: Professionals from healthcare, whether it's pharma, medical, or clinical roles, are drawn to financial services because it allows them to work directly with clients, offering personalized advice rather than working through intermediaries., • Make a Meaningful Impact: Use your knowledge and experience in healthcare to guide clients through critical life stages. Whether its helping individuals plan for medical expenses, retirement, or higher education, your insights can help clients secure their financial futures and improve their lives., • Unlimited Growth Potential: As healthcare professionals understand the complexities of lifes important decisions, they know that each life stage brings new financial planning needs. Your ambition, dedication, and expertise will determine how far you can go in this fulfilling career., • A Rewarding Career Path: Transition to a career where you can build long-term relationships, create meaningful outcomes for your clients, and make a lasting impact, all while using your healthcare expertise to navigate the financial landscape.Our growing office is located at: 29 S Main St. Ste 201 West Hartford, CT 06107 Meet Our Local Team: Jen Vitas, Chief Development Officer, District Director & Financial Advisor: • Time with NM: Since 2011, • Previous experience: Worked at Fiserv as a Client Service Advisor, partnering with financial institutions to support back-office operations and business strategy., • Passionate about: Developing people, expanding impact through leadership, and helping both clients and advisors achieve long-term success. Outside of work, she is a proud single mother of three, enjoys traveling and experiencing new cultures, loves music and dancing, and values spending time outdoors, especially during the summer months.Danielle DeLorge, Growth & Development Director & Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2016, • Previous experience: Began her career with Northwestern Mutual as a college intern in June 2016 before transitioning into a full-time role and becoming an integral member of the leadership team., • Passionate about: Building long-lasting client relationships rooted in empathy and integrity, spending time with her husband and their two golden retrievers, enjoying outdoor activities, family gatherings, and maintaining a healthy balance between professional success and meaningful personal connections.Alexa Philbrick, New Client Growth & Acquisition Specialist & Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2020, • Previous experience: Made a purposeful career change from another role in finance at age 26. Holds an English minor and a business minor, which shape her strong communication skills and analytical approach. She now focuses on recruiting, developing, and supporting advisors, with particular strength in mentoring career changers and growth-minded professionals., • Passionate about: Helping clients achieve long-term financial security, mentoring the next generation of advisors, reading, continuous learning, and taking on new challenges with curiosity and intention.Paul Schaeffer, FSA, Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2024, • Previous experience: Actuary (FSA) with a background in actuarial science, data and analytics, healthcare finance, underwriting, pricing, reserving, FP&A, and actuarial modeling. Entered Northwestern Mutual with deep product knowledge equivalent to decades of industry experience and a strong professional network of over 2,000 contacts, which helped him transition quickly and build early momentum., • Passionate about: Spending time with his wife and their three children. Enjoys family golf, skiing, and travel, along with music, thought-provoking puzzles, finance, and making a meaningful impact by helping others.Bryan Jock, WMC Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2022, • Previous experience: Law enforcement, serving in a supervisory detective role. Developed highly transferable skills including strong client communication, attention to detail for individualized retirement planning, and active listening, now central to his client-first advisory approach., • Passionate about: His family and spending quality time with his wife and two children. Outside the office, youll often find him at the batting cages with his daughter or at the ice rink with his son. Lia Moylan, Financial Advisor:, • Time with NM: Since 2020, • Previous experience: Teacher and bartender, bringing a people-first mindset, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills into her financial advisory practice. Focused on helping individuals and families reach and maintain long-term financial security and stability., • Passionate about: Spending time with her three children (a 4-year-old daughter and twin 1-year-old boys), travel, food, fun experiences, and helping others build a secure future.About the Role: At Northwestern Mutual, you will be part of a team that helps individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals through personalized insurance solutions and financial planning. Your role involves building long-term relationships with clients, understanding their unique needs, and providing tailored financial solutions. Key Responsibilities: • Client Consultation: Engage with clients to understand their financial goals, aspirations, and concerns., • Financial Planning: Develop comprehensive financial plans that include investments, insurance, and retirement., • Insurance Solutions: Recommend and implement insurance strategies to protect clients' assets and income., • Ongoing Support: Monitor clients' financial plans and provide regular updates, adjusting strategies as needed to meet changing circumstances., • Networking: Build and maintain a network of clients through referrals, community involvement, and professional associations.Qualifications:, • Education: A bachelor's degree is preferred., • Experience: Previous experience in financial services, insurance, or business development is beneficial but not required., • Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to build trust and rapport with clients., • Licenses: Obtain necessary licenses, such as Series 6, 63, and state insurance licenses (training and sponsorship available).Benefits:, • Professional Development: Access to ongoing training and development programs, including sponsorship for advanced certifications., • Income Potential: Competitive compensation structure including performance incentives, with no ceiling., • Support and Mentorship: Comprehensive support from a dedicated planning team, marketing resources, and experienced mentors., • Work-Life Balance: Flexibility to create a schedule that fits your lifestyle and goals., • Retirement Benefits: Company-funded pension and contributions to PFGF, our version of a profit-sharing retirement plan designed to support your long-term financial future. Flexible work from home options available.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Competitive salary, • Flexible schedule Part-time after school instructors needed for expanding regional programs in elementary-level science and art. Science or art degree NOT REQUIRED, At Mad Science and Imagine Arts Academy (formerly ART-Ventures for Kids) we are having a blast. In our science enrichment programs we build and fly rockets, demonstrate lasers, explore the states of matter using dry ice, and help children create slime and other polymers. Our "Art With Purpose"-based programs foster creativity through exposure to an amazing variety or art media, tools and techniques, while exploring the interaction of art with culture and society. You will inspire the next generation of scientists and artists through our innovative activities that show kids what science and art is really all about. We are currently looking for energetic individuals to join our growing team to conduct art and science programs in Western/Central MA and/or Northern CT during after-school hours. You do not need to be a certified teacher, nor do you need to be a science or art specialist. Responsibilities: • Facilitating a one-hour after-school enrichment program using a pre-set curriculum (approximately two hours on site) Each session is a high-energy, part entertainment, part education, part creativity session - a hands-on class that meets for one-hour each week for 8-12 weeks per semester., • Possibility to also facilitate birthday parties, stage shows or other eventsRequirements:, • Some experience working with groups of elementary age (5-11yo) children (such as enrichment instructor, teacher, volunteer or camp counselor)., • Must be available at least 2-3 weekdays M-Th after 2 pm and be willing to travel (paid) to multiple nearby schools/locations., • Must have a reliable car and drivers license, • All employees will be subject to a criminal background checks(required), • Additional availability Friday or Saturday for weekly equipment exchange meetings, • Some college experience preferred. Degrees and/or graduate degrees a plus. Science major not required for Mad Science, some art background helpful but not absolutely required for Imagine Arts., • Have an engaging & outgoing personality, • May not concurrently be a full time classroom teacher or regular substitute if your day ends after 2PM - you can not get to our programs on time.We train you in the curriculum, and provide all materials. Our classes follow the school calendar and are presented throughout the school year. Our programs happen year round and we also conduct week-long summer programs at many locations all summer. There may also be some additional work possible on weekends or during the day for birthday parties or other one-time events. This is rewarding, long-term periodic work if it fits with your schedule and lifestyle.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Competitive salary, • Flexible schedule At Mad Science and Crayola Imagine Arts Academy (formerly ART-Ventures for Kids) we are having a blast. In our science enrichment programs we build and fly rockets, demonstrate lasers, explore the states of matter using dry ice, and help children create slime and other polymers. Our "Art With Purpose"-based programs foster creativity through exposure to an amazing variety or art media, tools and techniques, while exploring the interaction of art with culture and society. You will inspire the next generation of scientists and artists through our innovative activities that show kids what science and art is really all about. We are currently looking for energetic individuals to join our growing team to conduct art and science programs during after-school hours. You do not need to be a certified teacher, nor do you need to be a science or art specialist. Responsibilities: • Facilitating a one-hour after-school enrichment program using a pre-set curriculum (approximately two hours on site) Each session is a high-energy, part entertainment, part education, part creativity session - a hands-on class that meets for one-hour each week for 8-12 weeks per semester., • Possibility to also facilitate birthday parties, stage shows or other eventsRequirements:, • Some experience working with groups of elementary age (4-12) children (such as enrichment instructor, teacher, volunteer or camp counselor)., • Must be available 2-3 weekdays M-Th after 2 pm and be willing to travel (paid) to multiple nearby schools/locations., • Must have a reliable car and drivers license, • All employees will be subject to a criminal background checks(required), • Additional availability Friday or Saturday for weekly equipment exchange meetings, • Some college experience preferred. Degrees and/or graduate degrees a plus. Science major not required for Mad Science, some art background helpful but not absolutely required for Crayola Imagine Arts., • Have an engaging & outgoing personality, • May not concurrently be a full time classroom teacher or regular substitute if your day ends after 2PM - you can not get to our programs on time.We train you in the curriculum, and provide all materials. Our classes follow the school calendar and are presented throughout the school year. Our programs happen year round and we also conduct week-long summer programs at many locations all summer. There may also be some additional work possible on weekends or during the day for birthday parties or other one-time events. This is rewarding, long-term periodic work if it fits with your schedule and lifestyle.