Organization Overview
Southeast Bronx Neighborhood Centers Inc. (SEBNC} is a nonprofit 501(c) 3 multi-service agency that has served the Morrisania section of Bronx, New York since 1929. We serve multi-ethnic populations that are rich in diversity and cultural heritages. We offer programs and services for all ages, including infants, school-aged children, young adults and the developmentally disabled.
Position Description and Essential Responsibilities
We are seeking a full-time Educational Specialist to work in our Family Child Care Network program (FCCN). The Educational Specialist will provide 2-4 monthly coaching visits to affiliated 3-K providers and support the planning and implementation of an evidence-based curriculum within a mixed-age setting that supports 3-K children. The essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Maintain provider files and a ready supply of forms, including a current list of prospective providers and available provider placements.
- Conduct monthly announced and unannounced monitoring visits to FCCN providers and provide written and verbal feedback regarding the curriculum and environment.
- Provide Educational Director with bi-weekly reports regarding visits to FCCN providers.
- Recruit providers as needed to maintain an adequate supply of available spaces for children services.
- Give providers guidance regarding overall quality of program operations including nurturing teacher-child interactions, early care learning practices and routines, home safety, discipline, constructive play and other related services or topics.
- Assist and work collaboratively with providers to ensure the provision and accessibility of required program services for – children and families are maintained adequately.
Qualifications and Skills
- BA/BS degree with early childhood or infant/toddler studies and 1-2 years related work experience.
- 1 year of work experience must be in an infant/toddler child care program as a family child care provider or an infant/toddler teacher.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and strict confidentiality. Ability to work in a team setting. Ability to relate to families of diverse low income and homeless populations preferred.
- NYS Drivers’ License required.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
Physical Abilities
See at normal distance; hear normal conversations & sounds; bend, squat, sit on floor, climb stairs, skip & run. Use hands & fingers to fill out required forms on paper and use computer keyboard & office equipment. Safely lift or assist children weighing up to 40 lbs. as needed.
Other Requirements
Must submit to job-pertinent examinations including tuberculosis test and criminal record background checks. Employment is conditional pending satisfactory results of required tests, etc.
Salary Range & Benefits:
$40k to $46k annually. SEBNC offers a benefits package that includes: paid holidays, PTO (vacation, — personal, sick); health, dental & vision and 401(k).
How to Apply
- Email your resume with cover letter to: rfarrar@sebnc.org
- Only candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.
EOE Statement
SEBNC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
