Part-Time Early Childhood Learning Specialist

JCC Association of North America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

Flexible spending

Commuter benefits

Pension plan

Complimentary family membership

Discounted childcare and afterschool

Job summary

Riverdale Y is seeking a Part-Time Early Childhood Learning Specialist to join the Riverdale YM-YWHA in Bronx, NY. The role supports five classrooms of children aged two to five, collaborating with teachers and families in Early Intervention and CPSE processes.

This two-day-a-week, 8:00AM-1:00PM in-person position reports to the Director of Early Childhood. A Masters and NYS certification are required, along with strong advocacy skills and preparation for meetings.

Qualifications

• Masters in Early Childhood Special Education and NYS certification birth-2nd grade or actively pursuing a Masters.
• Excellent writer and oral communicator with ability to advocate for families.
• Experience collaborating with classrooms, families, and EI/CPSE processes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to develop differentiated instructional strategies.
• Identify children with learning differences through classroom observation.
• Support families to understand needs and advocate for services.
• Consult on best practices in learning support and inclusive teaching.
• Maintain records of student progress, interventions, and meetings with families.
• Participate in EI/CPSE discussions and team meetings.
• Provide small group or 1:1 interventions as needed.
• Lead professional development on evidence-based practices and inclusive education.
• Serve as a resource on best practices in special education.

Skills

Excellent written & verbal comms

Family engagement & advocacy

Collaborating with teachers

Education

Masters in Early Childhood Special Education

NYS certification birth-2nd grade

Pursuing Masters in ECS Education

Job description

Location and Job Title:

Part-Time Early Childhood Learning Specialist
Riverdale YM-YWHA
5625 Arlington Ave
Bronx, NY 10471

Principal Responsibilities:

Riverdale Y is a community and cultural center located in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx. We provide educational, recreational, cultural, and wellness programming for children and adults of all ages. The Riverdale Y is rooted in universal values where diversity is celebrated and all are welcome to participate, engage, and connect. We are a sanctuary to think, learn, and grow, an open door to creativity, fitness, and fun, and a catalyst for change and transformation.

Riverdale Y is seeking to hire individuals who are enthusiastic about tackling challenges with creativity and ambition. Our organization provides a diverse range of career opportunities, spanning education, social services, facilities management, senior care, accounting, marketing, and much more.

We'd be honored for you to make your career here!

SCOPE

The Learning Specialist will operate as a part of the Early Childhood Center team to support five classrooms of children two to five years old by collaborating with teachers, supporting families and advocating for educational services through Early Intervention and the Committee on Preschool Education. The Learning Specialist will report to the Director of Early Childhood. This is two-day-a-week, 8:00AM-1:00PM position, in-person position in Riverdale.

WHAT YOU WILL DO (Responsibilities)

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to develop and refine differentiated instructional strategies for students with identified or suspected learning needs.
• Support teachers to identify children with learning differences through classroom observation
• Support families to increase understanding of the child's needs and advocate for educational services.
• Consult with teachers and staff on best practices in learning support, including classroom accommodations and inclusive teaching strategies.
• Maintain detailed records of student progress, interventions, and meetings with families.
• Participate in key team meetings (e.g. EI/CPSE discussions)
• Provide small group or one-on-one interventions as needed
• Facilitate professional development for teachers on evidence-based practices, differentiated instruction, and inclusive education.
• Serve as a resource for teachers and staff on best practices in special education and learning support.

Minimum Qualifications:

WHAT YOU WILL BRING (Qualifications)

• Must-Haves: Masters in Early Childhood Special Education and NYS certification birth-second grade or working towards completion of a Masters; prior experience as an early childhood special education teacher, director or Learning Specialist. The Learning Specialist must be an excellent writer and oral communicator and project warmth to families and teachers, as well as confidences and a high level of preparation in advocacy meetings.

SALARY & COMPENSATION

The salary for the Learning Specialist position is $35-45 and hour. Riverdale Y offers employees medical & dental insurance, flexible spending, commuter benefits and pension plan as well as an optional 403(b) retirement benefit. Riverdale Y also offers employees a complimentary family membership, discounted childcare and afterschool programming, in addition to discounts in areas of sports, performing arts, dance, aquatics and summer camp.

Riverdale Y provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Salary:

Under $25,000