Early Childhood Program Coordinator (Administration & Classroom Support)

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

STREAM School seeks an innovative Early Childhood Coordinator to lead and support the ECE program for Toddlers, 3-K for All, and Pre-K classrooms. Ideal candidates have ECE certification with a constructivist approach, and experience teaching early childhood settings.

Collaborative team player with strong relationships toward students, staff, and families. Excellent professional development opportunities provided by the school and NYC Department of Education.

Qualifications

• NYS ECE Certification required or Emergency Covid-19 Certification accepted if obtained before Sept. 1, 2021.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Early Childhood Education required.
• Minimum 1 year of classroom experience.
• Constructivist approach to education.
• Ability to collaborate with partner teachers and across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the ECE program across Toddlers, 3-K for All, 4-K for All/Pre-K classrooms.
• Collaborate with teachers across disciplines to create meaningful, engaging learning experiences.
• Foster positive relationships with students, staff, and parents; support professional development.

Skills

Collaboration

Creativity

Problem solving

Lifelong learner

Education

NYS ECE Certification

B.A. or M.A. in Early Childhood Education

Job description

This is a great opportunity for a new and growing school leader / administrator!

The STREAM School, a well-established progressive Early Childhood and Elementary School, seeks an innovative, creative, and knowledgeable Early Childhood Coordinator for ECE Program (Toddlers, 3-K for All, 4-K for All / Pre-Kindergarten classrooms). The ideal candidats will have experience teaching in early childhood settings, knowledge of the Reggio Emilia Approach or a commitment to learning. S/he will be a positive school community member and will enjoy working collaboratively with a team and building positive relationships with students, staff, and parents. Supportive work environment with excellent opportunities for professional development throughout the year provided by both the school and NYC Department of Education. Salary is based on NYCDOE Salary Schedule ranging from $68,000 - $72,000per contract year.

Requirements

• NYS ECE Certification (Emergency Covid-19 Certification will be accepted, but the teacher must already have the certificate before Sept. 1, 2021. Pending COVID certificates will not be accepted. NYCDOE expects the teacher to complete his/her certification within 2 years of hire date.)
• B.A. or M.A. Degree in Early Childhood Education
• Minimum 1 year of classroom experience
• Have a constructivist approach to education.
• Be creative, thoughtful, self-reflective, a problem solver, & a lifelong learner.
• Work collaboratively with partner teachers and across disciplines in the creation of meaningful, engaging, and authentic learning experiences for students.