39 Education jobs in West Nyack

General Summary

Under the supervision of the Education Director, the Site Director oversees the planning, organizing, and implementation of education services for the children at that site. These services contribute to the increased social competence in children and the recognition and enhancement of parents as the primary educators of their children.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Help plan and run all grantee pre-service trainings and all year long.
2. Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start Performance Standards and the safety and service plans: ACF child development outcomes Frameworks (ELOF), Early Childhood Frameworks for Quality (DOE EFQ); and thorough knowledge and application of Developmentally Appropriate Practices.
3. Deliver pre-service and monthly in-service training sessions to teaching staff as assigned.
4. Monitor the implementation of creative curricula in the classrooms and assure that checkpoints are met.
5. Carry out recommendations of the DOE and ACF monitor for program improvement.
6. Monitor children's assessment (Brigance), including weekly observations in each area (anecdotal), developmental assessments, and children's assessment data entry and outcome reports (TSG).
7. Supervise children's assessment (Brigance), including weekly observations in each area, examples of the child's work, developmental assessments, and children's assessment data entry and outcome reports.
8. Assure that home visits and parent conferences are done and that the progress reports are completed and used to discuss the individualization for each child.
9. Identify items and materials needed in the classrooms and assist the teachers in placing purchase orders.
10. Assist in the process to transition 4-year-old children to kindergarten.
11. Assist in recruiting and orienting volunteers, providing them with guidance as needed.
12. Evaluate the performance of teaching staff at the end of the probation and annually thereafter, and recommend subsequent personnel action to the Education Director.
13. Actively participate in the professional development weeks throughout the year.
14. Assure that staff files and documentation are complete, accurate, confidentially maintained, and ready for inspection.

Qualifications and Requirements:

1. NYS Teacher Certification License required.
2. Degree in early childhood education or related subject.
3. New York State Teaching Certificate for early childhood, or N - 6 or Birth - 2nd grade.
4. Have taught early childhood for at least 5 years.
5. Have knowledge and experience in the philosophy and practices of Head Start (or comparable child development programs), early childhood education, developmentally appropriate practice, and bilingual education.
6. Proof of a physical examination within the last 6 months, which indicates a tuberculosis test, and meets the requirements as stated by the Agency and the DOHMH.
7. Personal qualifications as required: emotional maturity, willingness to cooperate with the aims of the program, respect for children and adults, flexibility, patience, and good character.

Program Support LLC Family Child Care Network and Department of Education (DOE) view family child care as a respected and valued profession within the early care and education system in New York City.

Job Description

The primary role of the Education Director is to oversee all of the Network educational services for families and affiliated providers.

• The Education Director is responsible for supporting educational services in family child care settings by providing guidance and professional learning on the implementation of an appropriate mixed-age evidence-based curriculum that supports children under 2 years, 2-year-olds, and 3-K for All services. In addition, the Educational Director is responsible for the supervision and mentoring of other educational staff and supporting coaching with providers, child assessments, authentic assessments, and serving special populations.
• Create, review, and adapt appropriate curriculum supports that foster hands-on developmentally appropriate and relationship-based interactions with all children by affiliated providers.
• Provide professional development training and coaching to improve instruction, scheduling, tracking and reviewing data from staff visits to provider sites.
• Lead the education specialist team in assessing the quality of affiliated family child care programs.
• Support all providers who are working toward the completion of a CDA certification, CDA application and renewal process, or other higher early childhood education degree.
• Ensure that all affiliated provider home visits are documented timely on the HUB or other database that is required by DOE, and are aligned with the DOE’s Early Childhood Framework for Quality (EFQ).
• Plan and supervise Professional Development Days for Program Support.
• Attend meetings and give reports at team meetings, leadership meetings and company-wide meetings.
• Support Family Child Care Providers and Program Support Team Members with respect and care.
• Complete reports in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate kindness and professionalism.

The Educational Director should have an MSED in Early Childhood Education, a New York State teacher certification, and at least two years of documented experience as a teacher in a program for children under six years of age.

This is a non-exempt salaried position which includes 40 hours a week. Must be available evenings and weekends. Able to work in the office and travel to programs to observe practices, coach and give feedback to Education Specialists.

The right candidate will work out of our Brooklyn office visiting and supporting family child care programs in Brooklyn and Queens.

Salary and Benefits:

Competitive Salary and full benefits.

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• MSED in Early Childhood Education (Required)
• New York State teacher Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Brooklyn, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Direct message the job poster from La Peninsula Head Start

La Peninsula is a community-based, high-quality early childhood organization in the South Bronx. Our mission is to provide quality, comprehensive services to children and families, so they can successfully navigate life's challenges and opportunities.

The Site/Education Director is responsible for the center's day-to-day operation. S/he oversees the facility and education components and works on a collaborative management team to ensure their site aligns with the Agency's overall mission. The duties include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure the site complies with all licensing requirements.
• Manage the facility to ensure the health and safety of the school community.
• Maintain and enforce quality standards of Early Childhood Education to meet all children's educational, emotional, physical, and social needs.
• Oversee the on-site and remote learning programs for all students.
• Supervise all staff and volunteers assigned to their site.
• Develop and support the professional development needs of their staff.
• In collaboration with the Family Service Department, participate in recruitment and enrollment maintenance, devising strategies to increase and sustain enrollment throughout the year.
• Collaborate with the Delegate Agency Policy Committee (DAPC) to recruit and interview applicants for open positions at the childcare center.
• Encourage and support parents' roles as primary educators and engage in parent programming.
• Maintain accurate and updated records on children and staff in a secure storage area.
• Implement and enforce the Agency's established procedures.
• Create and sustain a collaborative and motivating environment for staff and families both on and off-site.

• NY State Certification (Birth to 2nd Grade)
• M.A. or M.S. Degree from an accredited college in Early Childhood Education
• Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience preferred
• Minimum of five years of experience as a Lead Teacher working with children aged 3-5 years
• Knowledge of principles and practices of administration, training, and supervision
• Knowledge of DOH Article 47 rules and regulations
• Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards
• Must be COVID-19 vaccinated

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Education Site Director Bronx, NY : 6/26/2024

Job ID#: 3949

Job Category: Acacia Network Inc.

Position Type: Full Time

Under the supervision of the Education Director, the Site Director oversees the planning, organizing, and implementation of education services for the children at that site. These services contribute to the increased social competence in children and the recognition and enhancement of parents as the primary educators of their children.

• Help plan and run all grantee pre-service trainings and all year long.
• Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start Performance Standards and the safety and service plans: ACF child development outcomes Frameworks (ELOF), Early Childhood Frameworks for Quality (DOE EFQ); and thorough knowledge and application of Developmentally Appropriate Practices.
• Deliver pre-service and monthly in-service training sessions to teaching staff as assigned.
• Monitor the implementation of creative curricula in the classrooms and assure that checkpoints are met.
• Carry out recommendations of the DOE and ACF monitor for program improvement.
• Monitor children's assessment (Brigance), including weekly observations in each area (anecdotal), developmental assessments, and children's assessment data entry and outcome reports (TSG).
• Supervise children's assessment (Brigance), including weekly observations in each area, examples of the child's work, developmental assessments, and children's assessment data entry and outcome reports.
• Assure that home visits and parent conferences are done and that the progress reports are completed and used to discuss the individualization for each child.
• Identify items and materials needed in the classrooms and assist the teachers in the placing of purchase orders.
• Assist in the process to transition 4-year-old children to kindergarten.
• Assist in recruiting and orienting volunteers, providing them with guidance as needed.
• Evaluate the performance of teaching staff at the end of the probation and annually thereafter, and recommend subsequent personnel action to the Education Director.
• Actively participate in the professional development weeks throughout the year.
• Assure that staff files and documentation are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained, and ready for inspection.
• Perform other duties, as may be required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position.

Degree in early childhood education or related subject.

• New York State Teaching Certificate for early childhood, Birth - 2nd grade or N - 6th grade.
• 5 years of experience in early childhood.
• Have knowledge and experience in the philosophy and practices of Head Start (or comparable child development programs), early childhood education, developmentally appropriate practice, and bilingual education.
• Proof of a physical examination within the last 6 months, which indicates a tuberculosis test, and meets the requirements as stated by the Agency and the DOHMH.
• Personal qualifications as required: emotional maturity, willingness to cooperate with the aims of the program, respect for children and adults, flexibility, patience, good character.

Education Director of Family Childcare

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000

Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Makes a Difference.

At CMCS (Cardinal McCloskey Community Services), our mission is to protect, empower, and promote independence for at-risk children and families and those with developmental disabilities through quality community-based services.

As an Education Director , you will play an important role in the lives of the children and families we support. The Education Director is responsible for supporting educational services in family childcare settings by providing guidance and professional learning on the implementation of an appropriate mixed-age evidence-based curriculum that supports children under 2 years, 2 year olds, and 3K for All services. In addition, the Education Director is responsible for the supervision and mentoring of other educational and network staff and supporting coaching with providers, child assessments, authentic assessments, and serving special populations. You will monitor the completion of educational, family service, and health and safety provider home visits, anecdotal observations, lesson plans, long/short term goals, progress reports, children's portfolios, and all educational items for children and utilize information for program planning and individualizing.

• Caring, upbeat personality.
• Valid New York State Teacher's Certificate Professional/Initial (or equivalent certificate from another state, which is recognized by the New York State of Education) Birth - 2 or Nursery - 6.
• Master's or Bachelor's degree must be in Early Childhood Education.
• Two years group teacher's experience plus academic coursework pertinent to the appropriate age levels.
• A minimum of 3-5 years' experience in Family Child Care.
• Knowledge of Head Start Performance standards, Early Learn/ACS/DOE ECE requirements, DOHMH licensing, and DOE 3K/UPK.
• Excellent written and oral skills.
• Bilingual Spanish-English a plus.

• Daily access to reliable transportation to Bronx, NY.
• Ability to pass and maintain an acceptable record related to the mandated criminal background check process.

CMCS offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, generous paid time off, and flexible work schedules.

We encourage you to join our dedicated and diverse workforce by applying today!

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1. Provides full administrative support and statistical reports to the Director of Academy of Youth & Adult Literacy, Student Services Division, ensuring that all deadlines are met.
2. Maintains databases to comply with State and County requirements for all grant funding sources.
3. Provides registration assistance for Academy of Youth & Adult Literacy customers.
4. Provides outstanding customer service to internal and external customers, handling issues, complaints and/or concerns, making appropriate referrals.
5. Completes literacy program reports for the College and appropriate agencies.
6. Produce purchase requisitions, journal entries and check requests, and helps to track budgets and travel for Academy programs.
7. Maintains essential students files including grades, HSE/ESL test scores, and attendance folders
8. Manages office and educational supplies, preparing purchase requisitions and check requisitions as needed.
9. Assists with the promotion of the adult education program services.
10. Maintains full-time and part-time employee contact information.
11. Serves as a liaison to director, program advisor, and test coordinator ensuring communication.
12. Attends local and state meetings as required per grants.
13. In cooperation with accounting, prepares invoices to appropriate agencies.
14. Assist with Program Testing as a Proctor for ABE Programs, communicate appointments to clients, and communicate with Division Counselors & Advisors.
15. Assist with High School Equivalency Program GED Registrations with clients.
16. Performs other requested duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED required, Associate's degree in an appropriate field preferred

• Two (2) years of proven experience with adult education and grant funded programs required. Prior experience in higher education preferred.
• Excellent PC skills, including proficiency in applicable Microsoft Office Programs including Word, Excel and Access or other database management software required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with varied hours, including nights to meet department and College needs.
• Knowledge of accounting procedures Possess the ability to work well and communicate effectively with prospective and current students, staff, faculty, administration, and colleagues and community partners
• Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff and a commitment to a student-centered environment

• Standing
• Walking
• Talking
• Hearing
• Repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers such as picking, pinching, typing

• Light work- exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 pounds of force frequently

• The worker is required to have close visual acuity

• The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

• Substance abuse
• Safe working environment
• Emotional distress
• Major life events, including births, accidents, and deaths
• Health care concerns
• Financial or legal concerns
• Family/personal relationship issues
• Work relationship issues
• Concerns about aging parents

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