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1.      Provide administrative and clerical support to the Executive Director and Director team as needed.

2.      Coordinate all requirements for Board of Directors correspondence, meetings and minutes.

3.      Manage executive’s calendar with tremendous attention to detail. Schedules include numerous daily meetings, calls, and presentations with internal and external individuals and teams.

4.      Participate in meetings; planning offsite meetings; coordinating all logistics; managing communications; tracking action items and key issues.

5.      Assist all programs as necessary and cover reception desk when needed. 

Position is part-time working 20 hours during the work week.  Schedule is flexible while remaining available during core business hours of 8:00am – 4:30pm.

Compensation is $23.00-$25.00/hour

Requirements:

·         3 or more years of relevant professional executive-level experience.

·         Associates Degree is preferred.

·         Excellent proficiency in grammar, punctuation, with strong editorial skills. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 

·         Solid proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Workspace.

·         Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with executives, board members, employees, customers and public. Discretion and confidentiality are a must have!

·         Excellent organizational skills, both analytical and problem solving. Good time management skills. Self-motivation to work independently, take initiative, and anticipate needs.

·         Ability to balance multiple priorities with an appropriate sense of urgency.

There will be a legally permissible background check for the successful candidate.

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LifeWorks Community Action is currently seeking a candidate to provide bilingual services and support to immigrants and their families.   This position is part-time for the horse racing season and is located at our Backstretch office serving the immigrant community working at the Saratoga Race Track.

Job Duties:

1.       Primary intake, assessment and case management/mentoring for clients in crisis.  Maintain updated client case files and relevant database records. 

1. Provide interpretation with respect to medical, educational and legal services.

2. Interpret for customers to secure access to and assistance from appropriate resources.  Must be comfortable using a language line to provide direct bilingual customer service. 

4.       Conduct program and educational outreach to the immigrant population.  Assist with community outreach within Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties. 

5.       Assist in planning, scheduling and supporting community projects. 

6.       Promote and assist with ESOL classes.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

1.         Associates Degree in social sciences including coursework related to cultural diversity, Latin American/Latino studies, education, social work or human services or; High School Diploma/GED and 2 years’ experience in related field. 

1.       Must be bilingual Spanish/English and comfortable using a language line to provide direct service.

2.       Passion for serving the community, alleviating poverty and building a community where everyone has the opportunity to achieve their goals. 

3.       Knowledge of Human Services, effective crisis management.

4.       Positive attitude and good customer service skills.

5.       Organized and detail oriented with a willingness to learn.

6.       Must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle and be insurable to operate agency vehicles.

There will be a legally permissible background check for the successful candidate.

Compensation: 24.00 per hour

Schedule:  20 hours/week with flexible scheduling, occasional evenings and weekends required.

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This position is the lead in a daycare classroom of Head Start children at our Malta location.  Will facilitate team planning, implementation, and supervision of classroom activities. Provides supervision to Assistant Teachers and Program Aides. Works with typically developing children and children with disabilities.

Expectations:

1. Works with classroom staff and parents to implement curriculum that is meaningful and meets the individual and program needs.

2. Supervise classrooms staff, promoting teamwork and professional growth.

3. Responsible for the weekly preparation of daily lesson plans that support children’s learning goals.

4. Develop an individual plan for each child to include goal setting based on identified needs and prescriptions for objectives and activities to meet established school readiness goals and outcome goals.

5. Address challenging behaviors using developmentally appropriate, supportive, and consistent approaches.

6. Model and teach appropriate social skills, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation.

Candidates please send a cover letter along with a resume reflecting NYS Teaching Certification in a preschool category.

Position starts at $22.70 if candidate has a Bachelor’s Degree and holds the required teaching certification.  A rate of $24.86 is offered if candidate has a Master's Degree and holds the required teaching certification. A higher rate of pay may also be considered based on previous relevant teaching experience and certification. 

Knowledge, skills, abilities:   

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.

• Valid NYS Teaching Certification in a preschool category.

• Must have a clean driver’s license and be insurable to operate agency vehicles.

1 year of full-time teaching experience in an early childhood program. 

• 1 year of experience supervising staff in a child care program with successful and proven techniques for management.

Must be willing to obtain and maintain Basic First Aid, CPR certification and MAT (Medication Administration Training) within the initial probationary period and maintain certification. Required to be MAT trained and certified to pass medications as needed.

Build strong, respectful partnerships with families that is responsive to the unique needs and culture, such as single parents, grandparents as caregivers, co-parenting relationships, LGTBQ families, non-English speaking, teen parents, domestic violence situations and more.

Above average organizational and communication skills, ability to work as a member of a team, good interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain professionalism with staff, children and families. 

Computer skills and knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel, Google Docs, Zoom or other online meeting platforms. Familiarity with mobile devices, online training platforms and software applications helpful. 

1. Acceptable tuberculosis screening results and an initial health exam are required post job offer and prior to employment.

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This position is the lead in a daycare classroom of Head Start children at our Caroline St. location in Saratoga Springs.   Will facilitate team planning, implementation, and supervision of classroom activities. Provides supervision to Assistant Teachers and Program Aides. Works with typically developing children and children with disabilities.

As the Center Director, will have primary responsibility for the building site and all compliance standards for the program. 

Expectations:

• Works with classroom staff and parents to implement curriculum that is meaningful and meets the individual and program needs.

• Supervise classrooms staff, promoting teamwork and professional growth.

• Responsible for the weekly preparation of daily lesson plans that support children’s learning goals.

• Develop an individual plan for each child to include goal setting based on identified needs and prescriptions for objectives and activities to meet established school readiness goals and outcome goals.

• Address challenging behaviors using developmentally appropriate, supportive, and consistent approaches.

• Model and teach appropriate social skills, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation.

• Ensure the site and its programming are in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and NY Pre-K regulations.

Position starts at $22.70 if candidate has a Bachelor’s Degree and holds the required teaching certification.  A rate of $24.86 is offered if candidate has a Master's Degree and holds the required teaching certification. A higher rate of pay may also be considered based on previous relevant teaching experience and certification.  Will also offer an additional .25 for center director duties.

This is a school year position working 44 weeks of the year (late August to late June).

Candidates please send a cover letter along with a resume reflecting NYS Teaching Certification in a preschool category.

Knowledge, skills, abilities:   

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education.

• Valid NYS Teaching Certification in a preschool category.

• 1 year of experience supervising staff in a child care program with successful and proven techniques for management.

·         1 year of full-time teaching experience in an early childhood program. 

• Valid driver’s license and insurable to operate agency vehicles.

·         Must be willing to obtain and maintain Basic First Aid, CPR certification and MAT (Medication Administration Training) within the initial probationary period and maintain certification. Required to be MAT trained and certified to pass medications as needed.

• Experience with safe and thorough basic cleaning and sanitation practices for classrooms, inspections, fire drills, etc.   

·         Build strong, respectful partnerships with families that is responsive to the unique needs and culture, such as single parents, grandparents as caregivers, co-parenting relationships, LGTBQ families, non-English speaking, teen parents, domestic violence situations and more.

·         Above average organizational and communication skills, ability to work as a member of a team, good interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain professionalism with staff, children and families. 

·         Computer skills and knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel, Google Docs, Zoom or other online meeting platforms. Familiarity with mobile devices, online training platforms and software applications helpful. 

• Some evening work may occasionally be required for events such as home visits and Parent Committee Meetings.

• Acceptable tuberculosis screening results and an initial health exam are required post job offer and prior to employment.

There will be a legally permissible background check for the successful candidate.

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The Assistant Teacher works closely with the Lead Teacher to carry out the goals, policies, and activities designed to implement educational objectives and performance standards. Works as a team member with classroom staff and parents to implement curriculum that is meaningful and meets the individual and program needs. May be reassigned to various classrooms/centers as deemed necessary for program operations. Position offers $19.46 per hour.

This is a school year position at our Greenfield site working full time at 40 hours per week for 44 weeks per year. 

Job Duties:

·   Assist with weekly preparation of daily lesson plans, including objectives to be posted for parents, volunteers and visitors in the classroom.

·   Assist in developing an individual plan for each child to include goal setting based on identified needs and prescriptions for objectives and activities to meet established school readiness goals and outcome goals.

·   Support social and emotional development and provides positive guidance and discipline.  Assist with addressing any special needs questions and concerns.

Knowledges, skills and abilities:

·   Minimum requirement is a High School Diploma/GED and CDA (Child Development Associate) or be enrolled in a CDA credential program that will be completed within 2 years; or have an associate's or bachelor’s degree (in any area) or be enrolled in a program leading to a degree in Early Childhood Education.

·    Experience working with preschool children in a daycare setting.  May be required to lift up to 40 pounds.

·   Must be willing to obtain and maintain Basic First Aid, CPR certification and MAT (Medication Administration Training) within the initial probationary period and maintain certification.  Required to be MAT trained and certified to pass medications as needed.   Will provide training for all medical certifications.

·    Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable to operate agency vehicles.

There will be a legally permissible background check for the successful candidate.

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We have positions available that require varying degrees of experience from Lead Teachers to Assistant Teachers to Teacher Aides. All positions serve in a preschool classrooms and assist in facilitating team planning, implementation, and supervision of classroom activities. Will work with developing children and children with disabilities.

Requirements based on teaching level below: Rate starting at $17.83 per hour.

• Lead Teachers: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood with a minimum of 1 year experience, NYS Teacher Certification in a preschool category is helpful but not required, Supervisory experience a plus.

• Assistant Teachers: Associates in Early Childhood or enrollment in a CDA program is acceptable.

• Teacher Aides: High School Diploma/GED and experience working with preschool children.

• There will be a legally permissible background check for the successful candidate.

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