Early Childhood Educator and Consultant

The Associated and its Agencies•Baltimore, MD

18d•$60 - $70•Hybrid

About The Position

This part-time position supports the mission of Jewish Educational Services by providing consultation and support to early childhood directors, teachers, and students. The role aims to help them meet the diverse needs of students. Responsibilities include participating in and possibly facilitating regular EC director cohort meetings, planning and delivering professional development training, coaching and mentoring teachers, consulting with parents, and providing direct support to students when warranted. This position requires approximately 10 hours per month.

Requirements

Passion for working with teachers of young children and a deep commitment to ensuring each teacher and child gets what they need to succeed.
Broad knowledge of trending topics in Early Childhood Education and the ability to share that information with stakeholders (administrators, teachers, parents, staff, and board members).
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to convey understanding, compassion, and empathy.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Excellent written communication and experience in providing background information for grants.
Familiarity with Jewish holidays and customs.
Early Childhood classroom experience (teacher, therapist, interventionist).
Master’s degree in early childhood, elementary education, or related field.
3+ years of administrative or director experience OR teacher coaching/mentoring experience.
Knowledge of school accreditation process, licensing, and maintaining teacher certification is preferred.
Experience in planning and delivering professional development programs.
MSDE certified trainer or willingness to go through the process.
Able to schedule school visits and be on-site at preschools at least 75% of the time.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including mail merging in Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency using online social media is preferable.

Responsibilities

Conduct classroom observations with a teacher-driven focus on specific students or on broader issues such as classroom management, differentiated instruction, center-based learning, and promoting active student engagement.
Provide targeted teacher training in identified areas and follow-up support for implementation, tracking the acquisition of new teacher skills.
Develop action plans for individual students/groups of students to promote improved academics, social skills, and/or behavior, including written documentation and assistance with data collection and analysis.
Participate in school/program-based student support team meetings to share observation and intervention results.
Consult/meet with parents to assist in navigating school challenges, make referrals for outside intervention/resources, and determine appropriate school placement.
Participate in the planning and execution of professional development programs, including monthly Early Childhood Directors meetings and the annual Early Childhood Conference.
Attend all four JES All-Staff Meetings, EC Conference(s), the Summer Staff Retreat, the JES Educator Awards, and optional JES events, including the Mental Wellness Summit.