TemPositions Group Of Companies
Bridgeport, Connecticut
Description: For the upcoming school year 2025/2026, we are currently seeking Certified Teachers who specialize in lower school ELA. Responsibilities Include but are not limited to: Create instructional resources for use in the classroom Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities Create positive educational climate for students to learn in Meet course and school-wide student performance goals Participate in ongoing training sessions Create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year Maintain grade books Grade papers and perform other administrative duties as needed Read and stay abreast of current topics in education Create lesson plans Utilize various curriculum resources Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans Utilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served Work with program coordinators to ensure initiatives are being met Tutor students on an individual basis Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities Prepare and distribute required reports Observe and evaluate student's performance Manage student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary procedures Required skills/ Education: Bachelor's Degree in Education preferred, and/or a Connecticut State Teaching license Experience: At least 2 years of experience working in substitute teacher capacity Other: Must be willing to be fingerprinted Company Overview We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged Responsibilities: Skills: Norwalk
12/04/2025
Full time
Description: For the upcoming school year 2025/2026, we are currently seeking Certified Teachers who specialize in lower school ELA. Responsibilities Include but are not limited to: Create instructional resources for use in the classroom Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities Create positive educational climate for students to learn in Meet course and school-wide student performance goals Participate in ongoing training sessions Create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year Maintain grade books Grade papers and perform other administrative duties as needed Read and stay abreast of current topics in education Create lesson plans Utilize various curriculum resources Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans Utilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served Work with program coordinators to ensure initiatives are being met Tutor students on an individual basis Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities Prepare and distribute required reports Observe and evaluate student's performance Manage student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary procedures Required skills/ Education: Bachelor's Degree in Education preferred, and/or a Connecticut State Teaching license Experience: At least 2 years of experience working in substitute teacher capacity Other: Must be willing to be fingerprinted Company Overview We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged Responsibilities: Skills: Norwalk
The Community Action Organization of Western New York Inc
Buffalo, New York
Position Title: 124 - Child Development Specialist Location: Buffalo, NY 14214 Overview Salary Range: $24.04 - $25.00 Salary/year Description SUMMARY of ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES of Child Development Specialist : • Ensure compliance with all education-related Head Start Program Performance Standards, Child Care Licensing and all other regulations. • Ensure that the vision, philosophy and values of CAO Head Start/Early Head Start are integrated in all activities and learning approaches. • Observe and assess learning environments, ensuring that teaching staff are effectively implementing the curriculum, creating complete lesson plans at least a week ahead of time, completing all needed paperwork, keeping the classroom safe, and creating a positive, warm classroom environment. • Provide regular on-site coaching and mentoring to teaching staff, assisting them in all education-related areas, including, but not limited to, classroom management, lesson planning, adhering to the daily schedule and individualization. • Ensure that child/staff ratios are always met by staying fully staffed, having a healthy pool of substitutes as well as classroom volunteers. • Ensure that classroom/learning environment activities include all areas of learning, including language, cognitive, social-emotional, pre-literacy, pre-math, fine motor, gross motor, etc. • Partner with Child Care Provider to provide consultation in the area of education and child development. • Work in partnership with the other content areas in order to provide comprehensive services to children and families. • Provide training to teaching staff on education-related topics, including but not limited to, developmentally appropriate practices, implementation of curricula, lesson planning and safety in the classroom, individualization, positive teacher/child relationships, positive teacher/parent relationships and effective classroom management. • Ensure that all developmental screenings are conducted within the first 45 days of each child's enrollment. • Provide consultation and guidance to teaching staff on education-related topics, such as inclusion of children with disabilities, managing challenging behaviors and effectively implementing the curriculum. • Provide training to parents on effective parenting skills as well as developmentally appropriate practices and other areas of child development and education. • Provide ongoing monitoring to ensure that all learning environments and playgrounds are safe, developmentally appropriate and set up to facilitate learning. • Work with center staff to facilitate a successful process to transition children and families into Early Head Start/Head Start as well as out of Early Head Start/Head Start. • Develop and implement an outcomes measurement system; analyze the results and adjust training and mentoring according to the needs of the teaching staff. • Partner with all staff in order to get all centers NAEYC-accredited (or the State equivalent) • Collect data, prepare reports and establish tracking systems in order to create and maintain an effective and efficient education content area. • Perform all related work as assigned Salary Information: $44,000.00 USD Annual Onwards QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Access to transportation required to visit sites throughout Erie County. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; at least three years supervision and experience with low income children and families. Knowledge of infant and toddler development required. Experience with home visit techniques is helpful OR Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; at least five years supervision and experience with low income children and families. Knowledge of infant and toddler development required. Experience with home visit techniques helpful NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE - WE WILL REACH OUT TO YOU VIA ONE OF THE METHODS YOU HAVE PROVIDED US WITH IF YOU ARE SELECTED. Compensation details: 24.04-25 Yearly Salary PI9465afe4d82b-1387
12/02/2025
Full time
Position Title: 124 - Child Development Specialist Location: Buffalo, NY 14214 Overview Salary Range: $24.04 - $25.00 Salary/year Description SUMMARY of ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES of Child Development Specialist : • Ensure compliance with all education-related Head Start Program Performance Standards, Child Care Licensing and all other regulations. • Ensure that the vision, philosophy and values of CAO Head Start/Early Head Start are integrated in all activities and learning approaches. • Observe and assess learning environments, ensuring that teaching staff are effectively implementing the curriculum, creating complete lesson plans at least a week ahead of time, completing all needed paperwork, keeping the classroom safe, and creating a positive, warm classroom environment. • Provide regular on-site coaching and mentoring to teaching staff, assisting them in all education-related areas, including, but not limited to, classroom management, lesson planning, adhering to the daily schedule and individualization. • Ensure that child/staff ratios are always met by staying fully staffed, having a healthy pool of substitutes as well as classroom volunteers. • Ensure that classroom/learning environment activities include all areas of learning, including language, cognitive, social-emotional, pre-literacy, pre-math, fine motor, gross motor, etc. • Partner with Child Care Provider to provide consultation in the area of education and child development. • Work in partnership with the other content areas in order to provide comprehensive services to children and families. • Provide training to teaching staff on education-related topics, including but not limited to, developmentally appropriate practices, implementation of curricula, lesson planning and safety in the classroom, individualization, positive teacher/child relationships, positive teacher/parent relationships and effective classroom management. • Ensure that all developmental screenings are conducted within the first 45 days of each child's enrollment. • Provide consultation and guidance to teaching staff on education-related topics, such as inclusion of children with disabilities, managing challenging behaviors and effectively implementing the curriculum. • Provide training to parents on effective parenting skills as well as developmentally appropriate practices and other areas of child development and education. • Provide ongoing monitoring to ensure that all learning environments and playgrounds are safe, developmentally appropriate and set up to facilitate learning. • Work with center staff to facilitate a successful process to transition children and families into Early Head Start/Head Start as well as out of Early Head Start/Head Start. • Develop and implement an outcomes measurement system; analyze the results and adjust training and mentoring according to the needs of the teaching staff. • Partner with all staff in order to get all centers NAEYC-accredited (or the State equivalent) • Collect data, prepare reports and establish tracking systems in order to create and maintain an effective and efficient education content area. • Perform all related work as assigned Salary Information: $44,000.00 USD Annual Onwards QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Access to transportation required to visit sites throughout Erie County. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; at least three years supervision and experience with low income children and families. Knowledge of infant and toddler development required. Experience with home visit techniques is helpful OR Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; at least five years supervision and experience with low income children and families. Knowledge of infant and toddler development required. Experience with home visit techniques helpful NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE - WE WILL REACH OUT TO YOU VIA ONE OF THE METHODS YOU HAVE PROVIDED US WITH IF YOU ARE SELECTED. Compensation details: 24.04-25 Yearly Salary PI9465afe4d82b-1387
TemPositions Group Of Companies
Stamford, Connecticut
Description: For the upcoming school year 2025/2026, we are currently seeking teachers who specialize in both lower and upper-school PE/Health. Responsibilities Include but are not limited to: Create instructional resources for use in the classroom Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities Create positive educational climate for students to learn in Meet course and school-wide student performance goals Participate in ongoing training sessions Create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year Maintain grade books Grade papers and perform other administrative duties as needed Read and stay abreast of current topics in education Create lesson plans Utilize various curriculum resources Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans Utilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served Work with program coordinators to ensure initiatives are being met Tutor students on an individual basis Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities Prepare and distribute required reports Observe and evaluate student's performance Manage student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary procedures Required skills/ Education: Bachelor's Degree in Education preferred, and/or a Connecticut State Teaching license Experience: At least 2 years of experience working in substitute teacher capacity Other: Must be willing to be fingerprinted Company Overview We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged Responsibilities: Skills: Norwalk
12/01/2025
Full time
Description: For the upcoming school year 2025/2026, we are currently seeking teachers who specialize in both lower and upper-school PE/Health. Responsibilities Include but are not limited to: Create instructional resources for use in the classroom Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities Create positive educational climate for students to learn in Meet course and school-wide student performance goals Participate in ongoing training sessions Create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year Maintain grade books Grade papers and perform other administrative duties as needed Read and stay abreast of current topics in education Create lesson plans Utilize various curriculum resources Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans Utilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served Work with program coordinators to ensure initiatives are being met Tutor students on an individual basis Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities Prepare and distribute required reports Observe and evaluate student's performance Manage student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary procedures Required skills/ Education: Bachelor's Degree in Education preferred, and/or a Connecticut State Teaching license Experience: At least 2 years of experience working in substitute teacher capacity Other: Must be willing to be fingerprinted Company Overview We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged Responsibilities: Skills: Norwalk
Position Title: Senior Manager of Staffed Living and Supported Independent Living Job Location: Bennington, VT Education Level High School Salary Range: $56638.40 - $60091.20 Salary/year Job Shift: Day Job Category: Non-Credentialed Position Description: Why Join UCS: For over 65 years, UCS has been providing exceptional and thoughtful care to individuals and families in our community through programs, services, and educational opportunities. Our staff includes positions such as administration, clinicians, nurses, teachers, case managers, psychiatrists, and direct support providers who work within our 15 facilities to support over 3,000 individuals annually. We are proud to be part of Vermont Care Partners, a network of sixteen agencies that provide mental health, substance use disorder, and developmental disability services and supports in every county in Vermont. We are looking for team players to join us in making a difference in the lives of others and building a stronger community. UCS Offers Generous Benefits Competitive pay Generous paid time off Medical, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan with employer match Employer paid life insurance Employer paid short term and long-term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Career development opportunities Free clinical supervision towards licensure Loan repayment and tuition assistance program Award winning worksite wellness program An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee. Rewarding experience making a difference in the community. We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community. Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Developmental Services (DS), the Senior Program Manager is responsible for the oversight and effective operation of both the Staffed Living and Supported Independent Living programs. This leadership role includes providing strategic guidance, mentorship, and support to Program Coordinators across both service areas. The Senior Program Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of both programs, including supervision of staff, coordination of client services, residential household management, and housing placements. They are responsible for ensuring that all services are delivered in compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and best practices. Additionally, the Senior Program Manager is expected to stay informed on the status and support needs of Public Safety clients within the Staffed Living program, ensuring that services are responsive and appropriate. This position plays a key role in maintaining high standards of care and promoting the independence and well-being of all individuals served. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT/SUPERVISION: The Senior Program Manager provides administrative supervision to Program Coordinators and is responsible for monitoring the quality and effectiveness of services delivered across programs. This role ensures compliance with agency policies and procedures and is responsible for completing annual performance evaluations for supervised staff. The Senior Program Manager actively participates in the recruitment and interview process for new hires, in collaboration with Program Coordinators, and identifies training needs to support staff development. They are responsible for coordinating and maintaining documentation related to staff training, and for delivering supervision through individual meetings, group sessions, and role modeling. In addition to supervisory responsibilities, the Senior Program Manager provides direct support to clients as needed. This includes assisting with activities of daily living such as personal care, medication management and administration, money management, nutrition, community outings, household responsibilities, and the development of interpersonal skills. The Senior Program Manager is also responsible for scheduling and attending appointments with clients when necessary, planning and overseeing recreational activities, and supervising clients both on-site and in the community. A key aspect of this role is fostering social engagement, ensuring community integration, and creating meaningful opportunities for clients to apply the skills they have learned in real-life settings. The Senior Program Manager serves as both a leader and a hands-on support, maintaining a strong commitment to person-centered care and quality outcomes. HOUSING SOLUTIONS AND CRISIS SUPPORT: The Senior Program Manager works closely with community members, service providers, and local landlords to address housing-related challenges for individuals served by the Developmental Services programs. In collaboration with Program Coordinators, the Senior Manager helps secure safe and appropriate housing for clients, supports client self-advocacy, and maintains consistent communication with guardians and other key stakeholders. During times of crisis or housing instability, the Senior Program Manager provides strategic guidance and implements positive intervention strategies to support clients. They are responsible for problem-solving in complex situations, developing creative and individualized solutions, and ensuring that clients have access to the resources and support necessary to maintain stable housing and well-being. QUALITY ASSURANCE AND COMPLIANCE: The Senior Program Manager will ensure that documentation meet compliance standards. They will develop a tracking system to monitor the completion of required documentation and other organizational tools. They will develop and implement effective tracking systems to monitor the timely completion of required documentation and utilize organizational tools to support accuracy, consistency, and accountability across all reporting processes. NETWORKING AND CONSULTATION / EDUCATION: The Senior Program Manager serves on agency committees as assigned and represents the division on statewide task forces when appropriate. They support Program Coordinators in the coordination of services as needed and deliver or facilitate staff training as requested and needed. The Senior Program Manager is responsible for implementing required training programs and ensuring staff compliance with training requirements. Additionally, they provide mediation and guidance to address staff concerns, resolving issues in collaboration with Program Coordinators to support a positive and effective work environment. INFORMATION MANAGEMENT, RECORD KEEPING, AND FISCAL MONITORING: The Senior Program Manager is responsible for completing a variety of clinical and administrative documentation related to billing, management information, and clinical purposes. They prepare reports as requested and regularly review management, outcome, and waiver budgets, advising the Division Director on any necessary adjustments. This role includes overseeing the timely and accurate completion of documentation by program staff, as well as fulfilling all required daily, weekly, and monthly reporting responsibilities. The Senior Program Manager also monitors client and program records to ensure all files are accurate, complete, and compliant with agency and regulatory standards. ADDITIONAL DUTIES IN SUPPORT OF ORGANIZATION: The Senior Program Manager will participate in the Developmental Services (DS) Emergency On-Call System, providing after-hours support as needed to ensure continuity of care and crisis response. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree preferred, or five years' experience in similar role or experience assisting in carrying out duties may be substituted for Bachelor's degree. May be willing to train a self-directed professional. Supervisory experience required. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is strongly preferred. Must become delegated by DS RN to pass medications for specified residents within 6 months of employment. Valid Driver's License COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED: Typing and navigating, email usage, Microsoft office suite, familiarity with electronic health records strongly desired. PI8b899e9e26bc-2004
12/01/2025
Full time
Position Title: Senior Manager of Staffed Living and Supported Independent Living Job Location: Bennington, VT Education Level High School Salary Range: $56638.40 - $60091.20 Salary/year Job Shift: Day Job Category: Non-Credentialed Position Description: Why Join UCS: For over 65 years, UCS has been providing exceptional and thoughtful care to individuals and families in our community through programs, services, and educational opportunities. Our staff includes positions such as administration, clinicians, nurses, teachers, case managers, psychiatrists, and direct support providers who work within our 15 facilities to support over 3,000 individuals annually. We are proud to be part of Vermont Care Partners, a network of sixteen agencies that provide mental health, substance use disorder, and developmental disability services and supports in every county in Vermont. We are looking for team players to join us in making a difference in the lives of others and building a stronger community. UCS Offers Generous Benefits Competitive pay Generous paid time off Medical, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan with employer match Employer paid life insurance Employer paid short term and long-term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Career development opportunities Free clinical supervision towards licensure Loan repayment and tuition assistance program Award winning worksite wellness program An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee. Rewarding experience making a difference in the community. We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community. Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Developmental Services (DS), the Senior Program Manager is responsible for the oversight and effective operation of both the Staffed Living and Supported Independent Living programs. This leadership role includes providing strategic guidance, mentorship, and support to Program Coordinators across both service areas. The Senior Program Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of both programs, including supervision of staff, coordination of client services, residential household management, and housing placements. They are responsible for ensuring that all services are delivered in compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and best practices. Additionally, the Senior Program Manager is expected to stay informed on the status and support needs of Public Safety clients within the Staffed Living program, ensuring that services are responsive and appropriate. This position plays a key role in maintaining high standards of care and promoting the independence and well-being of all individuals served. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT/SUPERVISION: The Senior Program Manager provides administrative supervision to Program Coordinators and is responsible for monitoring the quality and effectiveness of services delivered across programs. This role ensures compliance with agency policies and procedures and is responsible for completing annual performance evaluations for supervised staff. The Senior Program Manager actively participates in the recruitment and interview process for new hires, in collaboration with Program Coordinators, and identifies training needs to support staff development. They are responsible for coordinating and maintaining documentation related to staff training, and for delivering supervision through individual meetings, group sessions, and role modeling. In addition to supervisory responsibilities, the Senior Program Manager provides direct support to clients as needed. This includes assisting with activities of daily living such as personal care, medication management and administration, money management, nutrition, community outings, household responsibilities, and the development of interpersonal skills. The Senior Program Manager is also responsible for scheduling and attending appointments with clients when necessary, planning and overseeing recreational activities, and supervising clients both on-site and in the community. A key aspect of this role is fostering social engagement, ensuring community integration, and creating meaningful opportunities for clients to apply the skills they have learned in real-life settings. The Senior Program Manager serves as both a leader and a hands-on support, maintaining a strong commitment to person-centered care and quality outcomes. HOUSING SOLUTIONS AND CRISIS SUPPORT: The Senior Program Manager works closely with community members, service providers, and local landlords to address housing-related challenges for individuals served by the Developmental Services programs. In collaboration with Program Coordinators, the Senior Manager helps secure safe and appropriate housing for clients, supports client self-advocacy, and maintains consistent communication with guardians and other key stakeholders. During times of crisis or housing instability, the Senior Program Manager provides strategic guidance and implements positive intervention strategies to support clients. They are responsible for problem-solving in complex situations, developing creative and individualized solutions, and ensuring that clients have access to the resources and support necessary to maintain stable housing and well-being. QUALITY ASSURANCE AND COMPLIANCE: The Senior Program Manager will ensure that documentation meet compliance standards. They will develop a tracking system to monitor the completion of required documentation and other organizational tools. They will develop and implement effective tracking systems to monitor the timely completion of required documentation and utilize organizational tools to support accuracy, consistency, and accountability across all reporting processes. NETWORKING AND CONSULTATION / EDUCATION: The Senior Program Manager serves on agency committees as assigned and represents the division on statewide task forces when appropriate. They support Program Coordinators in the coordination of services as needed and deliver or facilitate staff training as requested and needed. The Senior Program Manager is responsible for implementing required training programs and ensuring staff compliance with training requirements. Additionally, they provide mediation and guidance to address staff concerns, resolving issues in collaboration with Program Coordinators to support a positive and effective work environment. INFORMATION MANAGEMENT, RECORD KEEPING, AND FISCAL MONITORING: The Senior Program Manager is responsible for completing a variety of clinical and administrative documentation related to billing, management information, and clinical purposes. They prepare reports as requested and regularly review management, outcome, and waiver budgets, advising the Division Director on any necessary adjustments. This role includes overseeing the timely and accurate completion of documentation by program staff, as well as fulfilling all required daily, weekly, and monthly reporting responsibilities. The Senior Program Manager also monitors client and program records to ensure all files are accurate, complete, and compliant with agency and regulatory standards. ADDITIONAL DUTIES IN SUPPORT OF ORGANIZATION: The Senior Program Manager will participate in the Developmental Services (DS) Emergency On-Call System, providing after-hours support as needed to ensure continuity of care and crisis response. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree preferred, or five years' experience in similar role or experience assisting in carrying out duties may be substituted for Bachelor's degree. May be willing to train a self-directed professional. Supervisory experience required. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is strongly preferred. Must become delegated by DS RN to pass medications for specified residents within 6 months of employment. Valid Driver's License COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED: Typing and navigating, email usage, Microsoft office suite, familiarity with electronic health records strongly desired. PI8b899e9e26bc-2004
Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc.
Danbury, Connecticut
Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc. Description: CDA Specialists work under the direction of an assigned Lead Teacher. The position is responsible for assisting 1-2 classrooms in planning and implementing classroom routines, curriculum, meals, and related activities for pre-school and/or infant toddler children (ages 6 months-5 years). Summary: The position is responsible for assisting 1-2 classrooms in planning and implementing classroom routines, curriculum, meals, and related activities for pre-school and/or infant toddler children (ages 6 months-5 years). This position serves as the assistant in a classroom of 14 to 20 Head Start /Preschool children and/or 7-8 Infant/Toddler children. This position is chiefly responsible to aid in the core functions of the Head Start program and performs other tasks as needed. Unit: Early Learning Immediate Supervisor: Education Services Professional Classification: Standard / Full Time (1.0 FTE) or Part-Time (Hourly) Status: Non-Exempt Directly Supervises: None Essential Job Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required. Works under the supervision of a licensed teacher or assistant teacher to enforce learning for individual students or small groups of students. Administers, and records achievement and diagnostic tests under the direction of the teacher or assistant teachers for individual students or groups of students. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests and abilities. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher in the handling, operation and care of equipment, including media, and instructional materials. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher in the supervision of students during emergency drills, assembles, play periods, field trips and in other non-classroom activities. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher with non-instructional duties such as snack, lunch, toilet and clothing routines. Serves as a source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher in drill work, large group reading or storytelling. Alerts the regular teacher or assistant teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student. Performs clerical duties as assigned by the teacher or assistant teacher, as needed. Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of a licensed teacher or assistant teacher. Participates in professional development training programs, as assigned. Performs related duties as appropriate for the position. Knowledge and Abilities to be achieved within 6-months of employment: Knowledge Knowledge of the principles and practices of Early Childhood. Knowledge of child development and learning styles. Knowledge of computer data entry processes. Knowledge of family-centered practices. Knowledge of local resources, customs and languages, preferred. Abilities Ability to know and implement the Head Start Performance Standards and requirements and policies of CIFC Early Learning Programs. Ability to exercise judgment in evaluating and making decisions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, parents, clients, outside agencies, and the public. Ability to keep program information confidential. Ability to carry-out daily functions. Ability to use program software, use computer for data entry. Reliable transportation to get self to and from home, office, Head Start sites, and other program locations. Preferred to posses a valid Driver's license and have minimum automobile insurance coverage legally required by the state of Connecticut. Language skills Ability to communicate ideas and instructions orally and in writing. Ability to speak, read and write English at a level well enough to understand and be understood by others. Ability to hear an understand all emergency announcements in English. Ability to write observations and business correspondence. Ability to read, retain and understand Health & Safety procedures for sanitization, disinfection, and meal-time distribution. Ability to speak within groups of individuals, such as Parent Conferences and staff meetings. Bilingual skills helpful (English/Spanish or English/Portuguese) Mathematical Skills Ability to calculate amounts by adding, subtracting and dividing. Ability to accurate count the number of children in a classroom. Ability to understand 1:4, 2:8, 1:10, 2:20 child to staff member ratios. Requirements: Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required. Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate or a commitment to obtain a CDA within 1 year of employment is required (paid by the employer) is required. Early Childhood Education Credits are preferred; and/or Associate and/or Bachelor degrees are preferred. Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply. Entry level position; previous babysitting or childcare experience is preferred. Basic computer experience is required (i.e. email, word processing, internet navigation). Applicants with multiple language capabilities (English, Spanish, and/or Portuguese) are preferred. Health Requirements: Recent documentation free of communicable diseases; and Recent fit for duty examination. Ability to lift 40 lbs. Competitive compensation, plus comprehensive fringe benefits package including health care coverage and retirement program. CIFC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Provider. Compensation details: 16.35-17.35 Hourly Wage PI78a5-
12/01/2025
Full time
Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc. Description: CDA Specialists work under the direction of an assigned Lead Teacher. The position is responsible for assisting 1-2 classrooms in planning and implementing classroom routines, curriculum, meals, and related activities for pre-school and/or infant toddler children (ages 6 months-5 years). Summary: The position is responsible for assisting 1-2 classrooms in planning and implementing classroom routines, curriculum, meals, and related activities for pre-school and/or infant toddler children (ages 6 months-5 years). This position serves as the assistant in a classroom of 14 to 20 Head Start /Preschool children and/or 7-8 Infant/Toddler children. This position is chiefly responsible to aid in the core functions of the Head Start program and performs other tasks as needed. Unit: Early Learning Immediate Supervisor: Education Services Professional Classification: Standard / Full Time (1.0 FTE) or Part-Time (Hourly) Status: Non-Exempt Directly Supervises: None Essential Job Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required. Works under the supervision of a licensed teacher or assistant teacher to enforce learning for individual students or small groups of students. Administers, and records achievement and diagnostic tests under the direction of the teacher or assistant teachers for individual students or groups of students. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests and abilities. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher in the handling, operation and care of equipment, including media, and instructional materials. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher in the supervision of students during emergency drills, assembles, play periods, field trips and in other non-classroom activities. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher with non-instructional duties such as snack, lunch, toilet and clothing routines. Serves as a source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher. Assists the teacher or assistant teacher in drill work, large group reading or storytelling. Alerts the regular teacher or assistant teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student. Performs clerical duties as assigned by the teacher or assistant teacher, as needed. Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of a licensed teacher or assistant teacher. Participates in professional development training programs, as assigned. Performs related duties as appropriate for the position. Knowledge and Abilities to be achieved within 6-months of employment: Knowledge Knowledge of the principles and practices of Early Childhood. Knowledge of child development and learning styles. Knowledge of computer data entry processes. Knowledge of family-centered practices. Knowledge of local resources, customs and languages, preferred. Abilities Ability to know and implement the Head Start Performance Standards and requirements and policies of CIFC Early Learning Programs. Ability to exercise judgment in evaluating and making decisions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, parents, clients, outside agencies, and the public. Ability to keep program information confidential. Ability to carry-out daily functions. Ability to use program software, use computer for data entry. Reliable transportation to get self to and from home, office, Head Start sites, and other program locations. Preferred to posses a valid Driver's license and have minimum automobile insurance coverage legally required by the state of Connecticut. Language skills Ability to communicate ideas and instructions orally and in writing. Ability to speak, read and write English at a level well enough to understand and be understood by others. Ability to hear an understand all emergency announcements in English. Ability to write observations and business correspondence. Ability to read, retain and understand Health & Safety procedures for sanitization, disinfection, and meal-time distribution. Ability to speak within groups of individuals, such as Parent Conferences and staff meetings. Bilingual skills helpful (English/Spanish or English/Portuguese) Mathematical Skills Ability to calculate amounts by adding, subtracting and dividing. Ability to accurate count the number of children in a classroom. Ability to understand 1:4, 2:8, 1:10, 2:20 child to staff member ratios. Requirements: Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required. Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate or a commitment to obtain a CDA within 1 year of employment is required (paid by the employer) is required. Early Childhood Education Credits are preferred; and/or Associate and/or Bachelor degrees are preferred. Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply. Entry level position; previous babysitting or childcare experience is preferred. Basic computer experience is required (i.e. email, word processing, internet navigation). Applicants with multiple language capabilities (English, Spanish, and/or Portuguese) are preferred. Health Requirements: Recent documentation free of communicable diseases; and Recent fit for duty examination. Ability to lift 40 lbs. Competitive compensation, plus comprehensive fringe benefits package including health care coverage and retirement program. CIFC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Provider. Compensation details: 16.35-17.35 Hourly Wage PI78a5-
