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We are seeking a Therapeutic Education Assistant to join our team.

Starting Salary: $17.00 - $21.00 Hourly

The Therapeutic Education Assistant role will be responsible for providing classroom management in a small special education classroom using techniques to promote learning. As a member of the Education team, you will collaborate with other team members and report to the Dean of Students.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

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• Assist the classroom teacher in performing classroom duties, for example grading.
  
• Provide supervision during school hours including breakfast, lunch break, and in the teacher's absence.
  
• Implement activities developed by classroom teachers.
  
• Provide individual instruction to students.
  
• You will be required to assist the classroom teacher in performing classroom duties, for example grading, and provide supervision during school hours including breakfast, lunch break, and in teacher's absence.
  
• Duties will include implementing activities developed by classroom teachers and providing individual instruction to students.
  
• Assist the teacher in record keeping and class preparation and adhere to the academic school calendar and schedule.
  

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

Our ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of relevant experience working with children and the following:

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• A high school diploma or equivalent. Associate's degree is preferred.
  
• At least 21 years of age and pass background check, physical and drug screening
  
• A valid driver's license, proof of current vehicle insurance and reliable transportation
  

WHO WE ARE:

Cornerstones of Care is a mental and behavioral health nonprofit certified in trauma-informed care that provides evidence-based prevention, intervention, treatment, and support services to help children and families improve their safety and health by making positive changes in their lives. Each year, our team empowers children and families in Kansas, Missouri, and beyond through three key service areas:

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• Youth & Family Support - We help youth gain independence through social and living support programs while empowering families with the skills and resources they need to become resilient and successful.
  
• Foster Care & Adoption - We reunify and unite families while recruiting and providing support to foster parents and youth in foster care.
  
• Education & Community Trainings - We help students achieve academic success while giving educators the tools to create safe learning environments to improve their students' behaviors and offer innovative learning opportunities to build and improve knowledge in the community.
  

CORNERSTONES OF CARE'S ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENTS:

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• Nonviolence - helping to build safety skills and a commitment to a higher purpose.
  
• Emotional Intelligence - helping to teach emotional management skills.
  
• Social Learning - helping to build cognitive skills.
  
• Open Communication - helping to overcome barriers to healthy communication, learn conflict management.
  
• Democracy - helping to create civic skills of self-control, self-discipline, and administration of healthy authority.
  
• Social Responsibility - helping to rebuild social connection skills, establish healthy attachment relationships.
  
• Growth and Change - helping to work through loss and prepare for the future.
  

OUR WIDE STATEMENT:

At Cornerstones of Care, we commit to fostering a community where every individual, regardless of background or identity, feels deeply welcomed, valued, and empowered. We envision a diverse community where inclusion and welcoming are prioritized. A community where all voices are heard, listened to, and respected. A community where everyone's physical, emotional, social, and psychological needs are met. At Cornerstones of Care, we have a vision where equity is not just a goal but is present in all we do; every team member feels empowered to authentically contribute to their fullest potential. We hold a collective commitment to WIDE (welcoming, inclusion, diversity, and equity) that will drive us forward as a stronger organization.

OUR DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

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• We partner for safe and healthy communities.
  
• We cultivate a culture in which children, families, team members, volunteers, donors, and community partners feel welcomed, safe, respected, empowered, and celebrated.
  
• We value diversity of race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin or citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, geographical location, pregnancy, disability, neurodiversity, socio-economic, and military status.
  
• We stand for anti-racism, equity, and inclusivity.
  
• We insist and affirm that discrimination and violence have no place in safe and healthy communities, including in our organization.
  
• We strive toward a more welcoming, inclusive, diverse, and equitable organization through our policies, partnerships, and practices.
  

OUR BENEFITS:

Cornerstones of Care offers a competitive benefits package, which includes:

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• 9 Paid Holidays, Unlimited Paid Time Off, and Paid Sick Leave
  
• Team members who work at least 30 hours per week are eligible for
  
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  • Health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental, vision)
    
  • Cafeteria plans (Health Savings Account (HSA) and Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts)
    
  • Ancillary insurance benefits (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, short-term disability insurance, voluntary life)
    
  • Cornerstones of Care provides long-term disability insurance and basic term life/AD&D insurance at no cost to the team member
    
  
  
  
• Retirement savings plan (401K) with employer match
  
• Pet Insurance
  
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
  
• Tuition reimbursement program
  
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
  
• To view more information on our benefits, please visit our Job Openings page at Join Our Team - Cornerstones of Care to download the current benefits guide.
  

Questions?

Please contact: Cornerstones of Care, People Experience Team

8150 Wornall Rd., Kansas City, MO 64114

Phone: Fax:

Like us on Facebook at: cornerstonescareers

Cornerstones of Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Our ideal candidate

We seek experienced self-starting candidates who are professional, flexible, have excellent oral communication skills, and enjoy working and collaborating in a variety of elementary and high school settings with a variety of students, parents and staff. We seek individuals who have experience with technology and can learn and interpret academic vocabulary throughout the grade span. We count on our interpreters to provide the necessary access of our students who are deaf or heard of hearing to educational experiences throughout a school day.

General description

Facilitates communication between students who are deaf or hard of hearing and teachers, staff members, and peers within an educational environment, using a variety of manual and verbal communication systems in a highly proficient manner reflecting the affect of the speaker and/or signer. The Interpreter for Deaf/Hard of Hearing facilitates communication through the use of sign-to English and English-to-sign skills. This position requires course work, Level 4 certification, and competency using manual sign systems.

• Interprets for students who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) in a variety of educational settings, including, but not limited to, classroom environments, assemblies, recess, noon sport leagues, and counseling sessions using various sign language systems and voice interpretation at a normal conversational rate
• Interprets a wide range of curriculum, including scientific and advanced placement topics
• Consults with the teachers of the Deaf or Hard of Hearing, general education staff and typical students on the effective use of an interpreter
• Provides voice interpretation to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing as needed
• Collaborates with IEP teams to standardize signs in an educational setting
• Under the direction of the teacher of the deaf or hard of hearing, performs record keeping, monitoring IEP or special education related activities that support student learning
• Provides assistance to the classroom teachers as required; assists in filing, duplicating and preparing instructional materials
• Interprets and provides instruction as needed to individuals or small groups of students who are deaf or hard of hearing; reinforce instruction as directed by the teacher
• Follows professional conduct guidelines to guard against the development of inappropriate personal relationships with students
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position

Education: Possession of an associate's degree in American Sign Language Interpreting, Deaf Studies, Deaf Education or related field is preferred.

Experience: At least one year of experience providing instructional support in an educational setting is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Specialized knowledge of expressive and receptive forms of sign language systems, which may include American Sign Language, Conceptually Accurate Signed English, Signed Exact English, Manually Coded English, and Pidgin Signed English
• Interpreting strategies and techniques necessary to accommodate individual needs of students in a variety of educational settings
• Foundational concepts of deaf culture
• Curriculum used in educational settings from preschool through secondary schools
• Sufficient skills to exercise extreme patience when dealing with students and staff

Abilities:

• Requires the ability to speak and write English clearly with proper structure
• Able to stand for extended periods of time
• Interpret and communicate fluently with high proficiency (over 80% of content) in the sign language system appropriate to the individual needs of the students
• Maintain confidentiality and impartiality when dealing with private and sensitive information
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the communication process between persons who are deaf or hard of hearing and the needs of the persons involved in that process
• Well-developed arm, hand, and finger dexterity in order to perform advanced sign language interpretation for up to twenty-five hours per week
• Visual acuity to see information to be voiced (such as sign language and facial expressions) and detect speech patterns
• Hearing acuity sufficient to understand information to be interpreted in a variety of educational environments
• Facial dexterity to produce readable mouth movements for specific sign language expressions
• Sufficient manual dexterity to produce readable sign language through movement of fingers and arms
• Perform all aspects of the position

Licenses and certificates

To qualify for the certified Interpreter, applicant must possess one of the following certifications:

• Educational Interpreter Performance Evaluation (EIPA), level 4 or above
• Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
• American Consortium of Certified Interpreters (ACC1), level 4 or above
• NAD certification, level 4 or above
• Educational Signs Skills Evaluation Interpreter (ESSE-1), level 4 or above

Interpreters who have not yet obtained the required certification must be eligible for a certification waiver from the California Department of Education and must fulfill one of the following requirements in order to be placed on the eligibility list:

• provide proof of having taken one of the certification exams listed above, along with the score achieved
• complete the Boys Town National Research Hospital Prescreening Assessment, administered by SBCEO or by an organization recognized by SBCEO.

May require a valid California driver's license and insurance coverage required by law.

Working conditions

Classified salary ranges have 26 steps (A-Z). Initial salary placement for new hires is between steps A and J, based on qualifications.

Click here for an Overview of Our Application & Selection Process.

RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:

* All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process for the position.

* The examination process may include one or more of the following: written, oral, and performance examination.

* Candidates must pass all parts of the examination process to be placed on the eligibility list. Final score will determine the candidate's rank on the eligibility list.

* A candidate in the top three ranks (including tie scores) on the eligibility list may be considered for hire; when there are multiple vacancies in the same job classification, additional ranks will be considered.

* This recruitment is Dual Certification, meaning it is open to all applicants, including current SBCEO employees and those from the general public. Dual certification results in one integrated eligibility list based on rank.

* Eligibility lists are generally valid for six months; promotional eligibility lists are valid for one year. Lists may be exhausted prior to the original expiration date, or they may be extended with the approval of the Personnel Commission.

* If you require an accommodation for any step of the application and selection process, please notify Human Resources by the application deadline date (or as soon as possible for an open continuous recruitment).

* Veterans' Preference Points: This recruitment is eligible for veterans' preference points for qualifying veterans.

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement

For purposes of this policy, employees include job applicants, interns, volunteers, and persons who contracted with SBCEO to provide services, as applicable.

No SBCEO employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

SBCEO prohibits discrimination against employees on the basis of reproductive health decision making, defined as a person's decision to use or access a particular drug, device, product, or medical service for reproductive health.

SBCEO does not discriminate against employees on the basis of immigration status, unless there is clear and convincing evidence that SBCEO is required to do so in order to comply with federal immigration law.

The Education Division at Saint Xavier University invites applications for a full-time faculty lecturer position in Education. The selected candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Education Division's teacher preparation programs. The successful candidate will have expertise in Elementary Education. Additional expertise in Early Childhood Education and/or English as Second Language/Bilingual education is highly desirable.

The Education Division offers a variety of undergraduate majors, graduate programs, and additional endorsements in both face-to-face and online modalities, to meet the various needs of the diverse students it serves.

Saint Xaiver University was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1846 and is guided by fundamental values of the Sisters to serve the underserved. Saint Xavier University is a Hispanic Serving Institution and is recognized as a top performer on social mobility and one of the most diverse student populations among regional universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report.

Start date is for the Fall 2026.

* Teach 12 credit hours each semester in education courses related to one's area of expertise. Courses can be graduate or undergraduate, in-person or on-line.

* Provide service to the Education Division-including curriculum, assessment and accreditation activities-and to the College of Liberal Arts and Education and the University.

* PhD in Education (or closely related field) or EdD preferred, Masters degree in Education or closely related field accepted.

* Evidence of or potential for excellence in university teaching, including use of evidence-based best practices in teaching and learning.

* Teaching experience at the PK-12 and collegiate level.

* Knowledge of state and national teacher education requirements.

Please provide a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, sample syllabi for university courses (if applicable), copies of transcripts for all degrees, and contact information for three letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation will be solicited at a later date for finalists. Please name files as "Lastname_CV," etc.

Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Tony DeCesare, search committee chair, at .

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision, and core values of the University.

Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bonafide occupational qualifications of each applicant.

Saint Xavier University prides itself on its Mercy mission and excellent teaching prowess. We are seeking adjunct faculty members to teach Education.

SXU faculty are dedicated to high-quality teaching for its diverse student population. We strive to facilitate student success in learning, and to meet the individual educational needs of each individual within our student body.

The successful adjunct candidate will be committed to teaching in a multicultural environment and welcome the opportunity to work with students with diverse learning abilities. Opportunities may exist to teach a flexible schedule that may include teaching assignments during days, evenings, and weekends, as needed. Adjuncts can teach up to two sections of undergraduate courses per semester.

Adjuncts are paid by stipend on a biweekly basis beginning on the first payroll following the course add/drop date.

We invite you to join our team and submit your application today!

Adjunct Faculty instructors at Saint Xavier University are responsible for course planning and instruction in classroom, lab, and/or clinical settings. Courses may be conducted in various delivery modes, such as in-person, online, hybrid and/or blended formats, with a preference towards in-person instruction. In addition, adjunct faculty are responsible for student evaluation, departmental communication, and timely and accurate submission of required paperwork related to instruction.

• Earned Master's or Doctorate in appropriate area(s) of Education
• Experience working in teacher education
• 3+ years of experience as a P-12 educator
• Current or previous state educator licensure
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (e.g. Canvas)

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.

Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.

The Education Division at Saint Xavier University invites applications for a full-time faculty lecturer position in Education. The selected candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Education Division's teacher preparation programs. The successful candidate will have expertise in English as Second Language/Bilingual education. Additional expertise in Early Childhood Education and/or Elementary Education is highly desirable.

The Education Division offers a variety of undergraduate majors, graduate programs, and additional endorsements in both face-to-face and online modalities, to meet the various needs of the diverse students it serves.

Saint Xaiver University was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1846 and is guided by fundamental values of the Sisters to serve the underserved. Saint Xavier University is a Hispanic Serving Institution and is recognized as a top performer on social mobility and one of the most diverse student populations among regional universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report.

Start date is for the fall 2026.

* Teach 12 credit hours each semester in education courses related to one's area of expertise. Courses can be graduate or undergraduate, in-person or on-line.

* Provide service to the Education Division-including curriculum, assessment and accreditation activities-and to the College of Liberal Arts and Education and the University.

* PhD in Education (or closely related field) or EdD preferred, Masters degree in Education or closely related field accepted.

* Evidence of or potential for excellence in university teaching, including use of evidence-based best practices in teaching and learning.

* Teaching experience at the PK-12 and collegiate level.

* Knowledge of state and national teacher education requirements.

Please provide a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, sample syllabi for university courses (if applicable), copies of transcripts for all degrees, and contact information for three letters of

recommendation. Letters of recommendation will be solicited at a later date for finalists. Please name files as "Lastname_CV," etc.

Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Tony DeCesare, search committee chair, at .

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision, and core values of the University.

Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bonafide occupational qualifications of each applicant.

Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor - Department of Education

The Department of Education in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor. This position will focus primarily on the Masters of Art in Teaching (MAT) and the Education Leadership and Policy Studies Doctoral (EdD) programs. The position start date is September 1, 2026.

This distinctive position is designed for an accomplished educational leader who brings significant field experience in K-12 educational administration and a demonstrated commitment to bridging the gap between educational leadership theory and practice. The successful candidate will leverage substantial administrative expertise to prepare the next generation of educational leaders while maintaining vital connections between the university and the regional K-12 educational community.

The appointment level will be made commensurate with experience. This is a 9-month, non-tenure-track position with primary responsibilities for graduate instruction in educational leadership, including advising doctoral students, fostering K-12 partnerships, undergraduate advising, and university service. Initial appointment is for two years, with the possibility of renewal and promotion.

The College of Arts and Sciences and the Department of Education value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. We seek a teaching faculty member who brings authentic leadership experience, values working in a collegial, collaborative environment, and is guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals. The ideal candidate will embrace our commitment to student success and will support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning environment.

This position offers a unique opportunity to translate extensive field experience in educational leadership into transformative graduate education. The successful candidate will connect the university and the K-12 educational community, bringing current, real-world perspectives to classroom instruction while maintaining active engagement with regional school districts and educational organizations.

The successful candidate will be an engaging and effective educator with a strong commitment to student learning and success, The successful candidate will also have substantial professional experience in educational leadership roles. Responsibilities include:

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• Teaching educational leadership courses at the graduate (EdD and MAT) and undergraduate levels, with particular emphasis on courses such as Transformative Educational Leadership, Classroom Interactions, and related curriculum
  
• Mentoring EdD students through all phases of their doctoral program, including dissertation advising, drawing on practical leadership experience
  
• Developing and sustaining strategic partnerships with K-12 school districts, administrators, and educational organizations throughout the region
  
• Supporting student recruitment and program development initiatives
  
• Implementing inclusive and evidence-based teaching and learning approaches informed by field experience to ensure the academic success of a diverse student population
  
• Collaborating with faculty to develop curriculum that reflects current leadership practices and challenges in K-12 education
  
• Providing academic advising to graduate and undergraduate students
  
• Conducting program-level assessment, including data collection and analysis of programmatic data for continuous improvement and accreditation
  
• Participating in university service activities, including committee work
  
• Serving as liaison between the university and the K-12 educational community
  

Candidates must have:

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• Earned a doctoral degree (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) in Educational Leadership, Higher Education Administration, Curriculum and Instruction, or closely related field. The degree must be conferred by September 1, 2026.
  
• A minimum of five years of administrative leadership experience in K-12 education
  
• Experience teaching at the college level and/or substantial experience in professional development and adult learning
  
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  
• A demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and student success
  
• Authorization to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis
  

The ideal candidate will possess a distinguished record of leadership in K-12 education and a commitment to preparing future educational leaders. Specifically, we seek candidates with:

Leadership Experience in K-12 Education:

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• Significant administrative experience as a superintendent, assistant superintendent, principal, assistant principal, or equivalent district-level leadership position
  
• Documented success in leading organizational change and improvement initiatives in K-12 settings
  
• Experience serving in leadership roles in diverse, urban, or high-needs school districts
  
• Track record of building and sustaining collaborative partnerships with multiple stakeholders including school committees, municipalities, community organizations, and families
  
• Experience with strategic planning, budget development and oversight, policy implementation, and personnel management in educational settings
  
• Demonstrated leadership in curriculum development, instructional improvement, and teacher evaluation systems
  
• Experience with school accreditation processes, state compliance requirements, and educational policy implementation
  

K-12 and Higher Education Partnership Development:

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• Proven track record in developing memoranda of understanding (MOUs) and formal partnership agreements between educational institutions
  
• Experience coordinating field placement programs, internships, or residency programs for aspiring educators or leaders
  
• Background in collaborative grant writing or securing external funding for educational initiatives
  
• Established professional network within the Massachusetts K-12 educational community, particularly in the Southcoast region
  

Additional Qualities:

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• Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to innovate in response to evolving needs in educational leadership preparation
  
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build trust and credibility with diverse stakeholders
  
• Commitment to student success, program excellence, and continuous improvement
  
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a faculty team to achieve shared educational goals
  
• Passion for developing the next generation of educational leaders who will serve diverse student populations
  

UMass Dartmouth is located in the beautiful ocean side community of Dartmouth, about an hour south of Boston, half-hour east of Providence, and half-hour west of Cape Cod. It offers a world class education to undergraduate and graduate students each year in over 40 undergraduate and 23 graduate programs offered by the College of Engineering, College of Nursing, Charlton College of Business, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Visual and Performing Arts, School of Law and School for Marine Science and Technology.

UMass Dartmouth has transformed the lives of 40,000 alumni and distinguishes itself as a vibrant, public research university dedicated to engaged learning and innovative research. and the institution serves as a catalyst for the development of educators and educational leaders along the south coast and beyond.

SALARY:

Assistant Teaching Professor - $70,000.00-$75,000.00

Associate Teaching Professor - $76,000-$79,450

UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:

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• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability
  
• State Pension Retirement Plan
  
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
  
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
  
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
  
• And More!
  

Benefits for Faculty Federation

UMass Dartmouth is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, Title IX Employer.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit electronically:

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• A letter of interest that specifically addresses how your leadership experience in K-12 education prepares you for this Professor of the Practice role
  
• Detailed curriculum vitae highlighting administrative leadership positions and accomplishments
  
• A concise statement on teaching philosophy that articulates how you will bridge theory and practice in preparing future educational leaders
  
• Contact information for at least three professional references, preferably including individuals who can speak to both your leadership experience and teaching capabilities
  

Employment is contingent upon verification of background/credentials and work authorization.

Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

Open date: February 24, 2026

Next review date: Wednesday, Mar 11, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, Mar 27, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

This postdoctoral opportunity brings together faculty from UC Berkeley's School of Education (BSE); the College of Computing, Data Science, and Society (CDSS); and the Social Science D-Lab to support one (1) postdoctoral scholar as they study the teaching and learning of Data Science. Scholars will apprentice with multiple projects to develop and contribute expertise and scholarship in ethical data science teaching and learning across precollege, 2-year college, and 4-year university contexts. A major goal is to prepare scholars who are conversant across sectors, in order to help create coherent and supportive data science learning trajectories for all students.

We seek applicants with complementary relevant skill-sets and training in data science and education. This includes applicants with different educational backgrounds (e.g. research, regional, or liberal arts colleges; technical and community colleges), methodologies (e.g. qualitative and quantitative approaches to social sciences research), and experiences related to teaching or educational research (e.g. tutoring, teaching, curriculum development). We hope scholars will all share commitments to contributing high-quality, ethical Data Science Education teaching, curriculum, and scholarship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this positon.

The program will prepare postdoctoral scholars for a variety of careers such as entering Discipline-Based Education Research or the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning of Data Science as research or teaching faculty at a range of colleges and universities; working for non-academic organizations that design, develop, and study curricula, resources, and teacher learning for Data Science Education; or working with school districts or university systems to support student readiness, success, interest/confidence and career awareness in data science.

Duties of Position:

Year 1: Researchers will work with specialists among the faculty in Computer Science, Data-Intensive Social Science, Education, and Statistics in research rotations across departments; attend monthly workshops designed to develop the knowledge base required to conduct consequential research in this field; and become integral members of a growing community of practice at UC Berkeley and across the SF Bay Area.

Year 2: Researchers will engage with a year-long apprenticeship with a faculty mentor and will develop an independent project within the context of one of the many educational initiatives led by project personnel. Fellows will have the opportunity to teach workshops in Python/Jupyter, social science methodology, data literacy pedagogies, or data science curriculum development, and they may also teach undergraduate courses in Data Science/Statistics or STEM teacher preparation, no more than one course per year in the lecturer title. They will present their independent work at campus colloquia and will engage the broader Data Science Education field through scholarly conferences, technical workshops, and UC Berkeley's annual Data Science Education convening.

Department:

Doctoral degree (or equivalent international degree), or enrolled in a Doctoral or equivalent international degree program at the time of application.

Doctoral degree (or equivalent international degree). No more than three years of post-degree research experience by start date.

*Knowledge of Python, Jupyter, R/RStudio, and/or other common statistical computing tools and languages.

*Teaching or tutoring experience at K-12, community college, and/or university levels.

*Experience with a variety of educational institutions (e.g. regional, or liberal arts colleges; 2-year colleges; high schools; informal learning environments).

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

• Letter of interest - One page long, detailing professional goals and aspirations for research given what they know of the opportunity

  
  

• 2 required (contact information only)

References will only be contacted for those candidates under serious consideration. Letters of support should speak to the candidate's strengths with respect to both disciplinary experience (e.g. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, and/or related fields) and experience in educational research and/or practice (e.g., as a tutor, curriculum developer, or related to academic studies in Education, Learning Sciences, Cognitive Science, Educational Psychology, or related fields).

Help contact:

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

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• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
  
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  

The Simulation Education Specialist supports the design, implementation, and evaluation of simulation-based and skills-based learning experiences within the School of Nursing. This position collaborates with faculty and simulation staff to deliver high-quality, evidence-based simulation and skills training that promotes clinical reasoning, psychomotor competency, and safe patient care. The specialist ensures all simulation and skills activities align with course objectives, accreditation standards, and current best practices in nursing education.

Simulation Design and Facilitation

• Collaborate with faculty and content experts to design, plan, and implement simulation- and clinical skills learning experiences aligned with program and course outcomes.
• Teach, demonstrate, and evaluate nursing skills and procedures in the skills laboratory and simulation environments using evidence-based techniques.
• Develop realistic clinical and procedural scenarios that integrate core nursing skills, professional standards, and safety competencies.
• Facilitate pre-briefings, simulation sessions, and structured debriefings using established frameworks (e.g., INACSL Standards, NLN Jeffries Simulation Theory).
• Adapt simulations to accommodate diverse learners and clinical contexts.
• Provide direct instruction and remediation for students in foundational and advanced psychomotor nursing skills.
• Maintain a supportive and psychologically safe learning environment that encourages student engagement and self-reflection.

• Partner with course coordinators to ensure simulation and skills activities are intentionally integrated throughout the nursing curriculum.
• Assess student performance in both simulation and skills competencies, providing timely, constructive feedback to support growth.
• Collaborate in the development and use of rubrics, checklists, and objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs) for skill assessment.
• Collect and analyze simulation and skills data to support continuous quality improvement and accreditation reporting.

• Provide training and mentorship to faculty and staff in simulation pedagogy, debriefing techniques, skills lab evaluation techniques, and equipment use.
• Promote consistent application of best practices in simulation and skills-based nursing education.

• Collaborate with simulation technologists to ensure proper setup, operation, and maintenance of manikins, task trainers, and audiovisual systems.
• Maintain simulation equipment, supplies, inventory, and digital assets in coordination with operations staff.
• Assist in troubleshooting technical issues during simulation activities.

• Participate in simulation-related scholarship, research, and grant initiatives.
• Contribute to program assessment, evaluation, and accreditation efforts related to simulation.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required; Master's degree in Nursing preferred.
• Current, unencumbered RN license.
• Minimum of three years of recent clinical nursing experience.
• Experience teaching or facilitating simulation and/or clinical skills learning.
• Strong understanding of simulation pedagogy, clinical competency assessment, and debriefing methods.

• Certification as a Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) or eligibility within one year of hire.
• Experience with high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, and audiovisual systems (e.g., Laerdal, CAE, Gaumard, SimCapture).
• Experience teaching across multiple levels of a nursing curriculum (pre-licensure, RN-to-BSN, or graduate).
• Demonstrated commitment to interprofessional education and evidence-based practice.

• Clinical and procedural teaching expertise
• Educational design and facilitation
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Technological proficiency in simulation systems
• Assessment and evaluation of nursing competencies
• Team collaboration and leadership
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.

Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.

OFFICIAL JOB TITLE: Teaching Assistant

DIVISION: Academic Affairs

DEPARTMENT: Workers' Education Program

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS: N/A

FLSA STATUS: Exempt/

FUNDING SOURCE: Grant-funded

REPORTS TO: Director of Workers' Education Program.

SHIFT: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm or Evenings, Monday - Thursday 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Pay rate: $19.25 per hour

SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Teaching Assistants assist with teaching and reinforcing learning concepts in the adult education classrooms. Teaching Assistants may work in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes and/or Adult Basic Education (ABE)/High School Equivalency Test preparation (HiSET) classes. Teaching Assistants will work part-time mornings and/or evenings.

The contract period is through June 30, 2026, with possible renewal September 1, 2026, thru June 30, 2027.

EXAMPLES OF PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Assists the teacher in planning and preparation for daily activities; aids instructional efforts of the teacher.
  
• Presents subject matter to adult learners, under the guidance of a teacher, utilizing a variety of methods.
  
• Assists adult learners, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts.
  
• Serves as a substitute teacher for the classroom teacher when necessary.
  
• Establishes positive rapport with students served.
  
• Identifies problems, issues, and concerns related to students
  
• Communicates regularly with students, teachers, advisor, and director.
  
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
  
• Demonstrates participation in professional development and shares knowledge at staff meetings.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED or relevant experience.

OTHER: Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Computer literacy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

For ESOL Teaching Assistants, the ability to speak Spanish.

For ABE Teaching Assistants, experience with high school equivalency tests and/or high school course content

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

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• Excellent interpersonal skills, cross cultural, organizational and communication skills.
  
• Ability to work in person in the classroom and/or remotely.
  
• Ability to work morning or evening hours.
  

NOTE: Other job related duties and responsibilities may be assigned and/or the job description changed periodically to reflect changing organizational needs.

Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

To apply please submit a letter of interest, a current resume and the contact information for three professional references.

The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

Open date: July 8, 2025

Most recent review date: Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Wednesday, Jul 8, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

The Berkeley School of Education (BSE) at the University of California, Berkeley is generating an applicant pool of qualified temporary, part-time, non-tenure track Lecturers to teach graduate courses in its professional preparation programs for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Teaching Responsibilities: We are seeking outstanding Lecturers who can teach/co-teach courses in Berkeley Teacher Education Program (BTEP)--the BSE's teacher education program. BTEP consists of 4 pathways:

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• Elementary/Multiple Subjects
  
• Elementary/Multiple Subjects with Spanish Bilingual Authorization
  
• Secondary English
  
• Secondary Mathematics
  
• Secondary Science
  
• Secondary History/Social Science
  

Anticipated positions include Lecturers who will teach courses focused on:

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• Secondary Science Methods
  
• Secondary English Methods
  
• Supporting English Language Learners in, (a) Elementary/multiple-subjects classrooms, (b) Secondary English and History/Social Science classrooms, and (c) Secondary Mathematics and Science classrooms
  
• Introduction to Ethnic Studies in K-12 Schools
  
• Secondary Computer Science
  
• Universal Design for Learning
  
• Project-based Learning
  
• Community-based Research
  
• Spanish Bilingual and Dual-language Instruction
  

General Duties: In addition to teaching responsibilities, include holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials, and collaborating with Teacher Education Program leadership, instructors, and supervisors.

School:

Program: academics/professional-programs/teacher-preparation/BTEP

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent international degree).

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent international degree) with valid California teaching credential and 5 or more years of teaching experience; or Master's degree, or equivalent international degree.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of five years teaching experience in the subject matter field.

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

• Cover Letter

  
  

• Statement of Teaching - Please provide a cover letter. Please discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and future teaching interests. This can include, for example, specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

  
  

• 3 required (contact information only)

Please provide the contact information only for three references. Reference names are collected but may not be contacted depending on the size of the recruitment pool and needs of the review committee. If references are requested, they will be requested for all applicants who are still under consideration at that time.

Help contact:

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

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• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
  
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  

Organization Overview

Family & Child Empowerment Services (FACES) SF provides families who live and work in San Francisco with high-quality early childhood education and enrichment; job support, training, and placement; and comprehensive family support services and referrals. Our mission is to empower families who live and work in San Francisco to transform their futures through evidence-based educational and economic opportunities.

Position Summary

Are you an educator looking to create inclusive learning environments? Do you want the opportunity to contribute to an organization with a mission of serving the needs and well-being of San Francisco's youngest children? We are looking for an Inclusion Specialist to provide comprehensive assessment and intervention services to children in our infant, toddler and preschool programs at FACES's Masonic & Hayes Valley location. This staff member is responsible for assisting in the assessments of special needs, supporting classroom teachers to set developmental goals for children, educating teachers to make accommodations in their classrooms, and developing curricula to enable each student to reach their full potential!

What You'll Do

• Collaborate effectively and appropriately with teachers, administration, parents and consultants/specialists, i.e. OT, mental health services, etc. Following up with Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) and Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) concerns when necessary.
• Collaborate on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or 504 plans with teachers, parents, and other specialists. Develop, implement, and train paraprofessionals on Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP).
• Provide one-on-one support with children in the classroom to meet specific developmental goals outlined in IEPs, and develop data tracking processes to track ongoing progress towards goals.
• Coach teachers and paraprofessionals and model developmentally appropriate classroom activities to support children with suspected or identified special needs. (expanding in SY 2025-2026 PBC coaches)
• Documentation and maintenance of confidential child files including ongoing tracking and documentation of interventions, assessments, family, teacher and administration communication.
• Support and collaborate with teachers, parents/caregivers, and Site Supervisor to identify and access resources (instructional materials, adaptive equipment, etc.) to help children flourish in classrooms.
• Meet with parents/ caregivers, in conjunction with teaching staff and paraprofessionals, to interpret ASQ's, parent conferences, IEP meetings, and assessments when needed.
• Provide referrals, advocate, and serve as liaison for additional family services, such as support for families with special needs, etc.
• Lead occasional parent/ caregiver and staff training on child development, special education and early intervention topics. Expanding in SY 2 PPP, Sparkler Developmental Playgroups)
• Collaborate with the Family Support Team to facilitate Center on the Social Emotional Foundations for Early Learning (CSEFEL) meetings and work with teachers to implement CSEFEL strategies in classrooms, including visual schedules and expectations.

Qualifications

You have a solid mix of the following knowledge, ability, skills and experience:

• B. A. degree in Child Development, Mental Health, Special Education or related fields
• At least 2 years of experience working with preschool age children with a focus on children with special needs.
• Possesses California Child Development permit or 12 qualifying units in Early Childhood Education
• Demonstrated knowledge of parenting challenges, child development, and children and families with special needs, including behavioral and emotional issues
• Experience with coaching staff and facilitating workshops/trainings preferred
• Commitment to working with families from marginalized communities
• Effective and compassionate communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work cooperatively and independently with initiative and enthusiasm
• Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications and electronic client management systems
• Ability to meet required state, federal, local, and CDC standards (including but not limited to fingerprint clearance, negative TB test, First Aid, CPR)
• A deep commitment to aligning all program practices to FACES SF values, especially around equity, inclusion, and belonging for all our stakeholders
• Strong passion for and a desire to humbly reflect, learn, and grow in pursuit of our mission
• A sense of humor- we believe joy and justice go hand in hand!

Desired Qualifications

• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Special Education Credential

What We Offer

• Hourly rate range $36.00 - $40.00 based on experience, qualifications, and education
• Healthcare premiums 100% paid for employees and 25% paid for dependents
• Three weeks of vacation, personal and floating holidays, ten sick days, ten paid holidays (including one-week winter closure between Christmas and New Year's) and a day off for your birthday!
• A retirement plan with employer match up to 7% of your salary
• A chance to positively impact the lives of young children and their families
• A fun, dynamic and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to join a movement to achieve educational, economic, and racial justice!

FACES SF is a welcoming workplace for all. We embrace diversity in every form- race and culture, gender identity, sexuality, country of origin, religion, and/or ability. Candidates with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences are strongly encouraged to apply. FACES SF is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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Currier & Hudson APC, a San Diego-based public sector law firm, has immediate openings for Employment Law and/or Education Law Attorneys. Our firm is fully remote and specializes in serving K-12 and community college districts as well as other local public agencies.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in employment and/or education law preferred.
• Strong communication skills.
• Excellent writing, analysis and research skills.
• Self-starters, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• A commitment to superior client service.
• California bar admission required.

Who Should Apply:

• Attorneys who are motivated to take on responsibility and interact regularly with clients, and who have the ability to work independently and assume significant case responsibility.
• Attorneys with a proactive approach and a desire for a high-level role in education and/or labor and employment law.
• Candidates with litigation experience and an interest in education, labor, or employment law.
• Talented litigators from other practice areas with excellent skills are also encouraged to apply.
• We offer flexible options for successful candidates, including fully remote work.

What We Offer:

• Fully remote position based in or near San Diego County.
• Competitive compensation, bonuses, benefits, and a 401k with employer match.
• Annual salary range: $140,000 to $220,000, depending on experience, skills, and responsibilities.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion within the legal profession.

The actual salary offered may be above or below the identified range and will be based on a wide range of factors, including relevant skills, training and experience.

For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume to

Currier & Hudson is an equal opportunity employer.

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore (LCW), a premier labor and employment law firm with over 120 attorneys and 5 California offices, is seeking a dedicated attorney for its San Diego office to join our labor and employment practice, focusing on private educational institutions. The ideal candidate should be passionate about this area of law and have proven experience working with private educational schools in California.

For 45 years, LCW attorneys have been trusted advisors to public agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofits, clients whose work strengthens communities across the state.

This role offers a flexible hybrid working schedule, allowing for a balance of remote work and in-office presence, which supports both professional growth and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• In this role, you will provide legal services to private and independent schools on various matters, including, drafting and reviewing enrollment agreements and employment contracts
• Preparing waivers, and creating employee and student/parent policies and handbooks
• Conducting employee and student investigations and advising on disciplinary matters
• Handling tuition disputes, terminations, and severance agreements
• Advising on wage and hour compliance, leave policies, privacy issues, and mandated reporting requirements

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in the State of California
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in employment law
• Experience working with private educational institutions or nonprofits in areas such as employment, student matters, governance, or business and facilities issues is highly desirable

For more information about our firm and the exciting career opportunities we offer, please visit our website at .

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Fair Chance Act Compliance

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position operates in an office environment, requiring the ability to sit for extended periods and work on a computer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with educators, administrators, and school districts
• Experience in sales, education, or related industries
• Ability to travel locally as needed to schools and client meetings

Educational Director

Little Scholars | New York City

Role Overview

The Educational Director is the academic and cultural leader of a Little Scholars center. This role is responsible for educational quality, teacher development, parent experience, and regulatory excellence. You set the tone, uphold the standards, and ensure that every classroom reflects the values and expectations of Little Scholars.

This is a leadership role for someone who is confident, emotionally intelligent, and deeply committed to early childhood excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Educational Leadership

• Lead curriculum implementation across all classrooms
• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide actionable coaching
• Ensure developmentally appropriate, engaging, and emotionally responsive learning environments
• Maintain consistent academic and behavioral standards

Team Leadership & Development

• Coach, mentor, and hold teachers and TAs accountable
• Support hiring, onboarding, and performance management
• Identify growth opportunities and implement improvement plans
• Build a professional, respectful, and high-performing team culture

Parent Experience

• Serve as the primary educational point of contact for families
• Communicate clearly, confidently, and empathetically
• Manage parent concerns and escalations with professionalism
• Foster trust and long-term relationships with families

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure full compliance with NYC DOHMH / Article 47 regulations
• Maintain documentation, ratios, and classroom readiness
• Prepare for and lead inspections successfully
• Enforce Little Scholars policies and standards consistently

Operational Partnership

• Partner closely with the leadership team
• Support tours by articulating educational philosophy and value
• Participate in leadership meetings and execute company initiatives
• Contribute to enrollment retention and overall center success

Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Experience leading teachers in a preschool or early childhood setting
• Strong understanding of NYC childcare regulations
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills
• Calm, organized, and confident under pressure

What Success Looks Like

• High-quality, joyful classrooms
• Engaged, supported, and accountable teachers
• Confident, trusting parents
• Strong inspections and staff retention
• A center that consistently feels aligned with the Little Scholars brand

About Little Scholars

Little Scholars is a premium early childhood education company founded in New York City in 2013. We operate multiple high-quality preschools across the city, serving families who value excellence, emotional intelligence, and thoughtful education.

Our approach blends strong academics, social-emotional development, and a warm, joyful environment where children, families, and educators thrive. We believe great schools are built on great leadership, clear standards, and deep respect for the work we do every day.

At Little Scholars, we don’t aim to be the biggest—we aim to be the best.

People Architects is excited to recruit for an Executive Director for our client. This position will provide leadership and strategic direction for an Early Childhood Development Center. This role involves leadership and management of overall operations, including staff supervision, financial management, program development, and community engagement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership and Management

• Provide leadership and direction to all staff to ensure overall program excellence, as aligned with the Ohio Early Learning and Development standards, including financial management and funding, administration, fundraising, communications, and operations.
• In partnership with key staff, manage daily staffing levels, supervise and evaluate teachers, hold staff meetings, and determine in-service training needs.
• Directly supervise and evaluate the curriculum specialist, compliance specialist and enrollment specialist, and hire an assistant director in consultation with the Board of Directors
• Attend Board meetings, provide regular reports on center operations, and participate in special Board and committee meetings as an ex-officio member.
• Review, maintain and revise Center policies in alignment with the Board of Directors.
• Oversee county and state grant programs.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with all stakeholders including parents and families, staff, local elected officials, funders and community organizations.
• Facilitate trusting parent and staff relationships through consistent, clear and empathetic communication and follow-through, and with active participation in the parent engagement committee.
• Collaborate with Shaker City Schools (and other school districts) on appropriate service placement of children with developmental challenges and special needs.

FINANCIAL OVERSIGHT

• Manage all fiscal operations, including the center’s budget, tuition, and grants.
• Oversee building vendors and suppliers.
• Innovation and Professional Development
• Partner with staff to identify and fulfill training needs based on teacher evaluations, professional development plans, and observations.
• Consistently reinforce and manage the integration of technology at all staff levels.
• Stay informed of industry trends and best practices to keep the center at the forefront of the early care and education fields.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Highly proficient in child development principles, best practices in early care and education, and the latest parenting trends.
• Exceptional written, verbal communication skills and active listening skills.
• Demonstrated success managing government grants and contracts.
• Board of Director (or other governance board) accountability.
• Highly proficient developing and managing non-profit budgets.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s in early childhood education or related field, or equivalent experience and education.
• State Career Pathway Level 5
• At least 5 years of experience in the management of an early care and education facility at the Assistant Director, Director, Executive, or Administrative level.
• Experience working in a tiered quality rating system.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Salary range - $85,000 to $100,000, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits program including health, dental, vision, EAP
• Simple IRA
• PTO and paid holidays

If you share our passion for early childhood education and are looking for a place to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to learning more about you!

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. People Architect and our clients are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Applicants for employment with any of People Architect’s clients will ever be asked to provide money (even if reimbursable) as part of the job application or hiring process.

*no external agencies/3rd parties.

This role is for the 2 school year.

Primary Purpose:

• Demonstrate professional leadership and communication both within Campus Special Education department and outside of the department.

• Act as the point person to coordinate campus Special Education services

• Assist all teachers assigned to campus in performing their teaching and related duties regarding students that receive Special Education services.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university required

• Master’s degree in Education from accredited college or university preferred

• Valid Texas Teacher Certification in Special Education required

• Valid Texas Teacher Certification in one of the following required:

Elementary or Middle School Generalist OR

Core Subjects EC-6 OR Core Subjects 4–8 OR

Other valid Texas teaching certificate appropriate for the grade levels K-8

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of current trends in special education

• Experience in coordination and development of Special Education Department activities

• Knowledge of resources, both within and beyond the school charter

• Knowledge of Individual Education Plan (IEP) meeting facilitation

• Expert knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area

• Expert knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation

• Expert Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs • Effective communication skills

Experience:

• Five years of teaching experience in Special Education

• Department Head or other leadership experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.

2. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.

3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

4. Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned

5. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.

6. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.

7. Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

Student Growth and Development

8. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

9. Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.

10. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.

11. Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

Classroom Management and Organization

12. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

13. Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.

14. Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.

15. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

16. Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Other

17. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

18. Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.

19. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

20. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.

21. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.

22. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Additional Duties: 23. Any and all other duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor.

This role is for the 2 school year.

Primary Purpose:

• Demonstrate professional leadership and communication both within Campus Special Education department and outside of the department.

• Act as the point person to coordinate campus Special Education services

• Assist all teachers assigned to campus in performing their teaching and related duties regarding students that receive Special Education services.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university required

• Master’s degree in Education from accredited college or university preferred

• Valid Texas Teacher Certification in Special Education required

• Valid Texas Teacher Certification in one of the following required:

Elementary or Middle School Generalist OR

Core Subjects EC-6 OR Core Subjects 4–8 OR

Other valid Texas teaching certificate appropriate for the grade levels K-8

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of current trends in special education

• Experience in coordination and development of Special Education Department activities

• Knowledge of resources, both within and beyond the school charter

• Knowledge of Individual Education Plan (IEP) meeting facilitation

• Expert knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area

• Expert knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation

• Expert Knowledge of how to adapt curriculum and instruction for special needs • Effective communication skills

Experience:

• Five years of teaching experience in Special Education

• Department Head or other leadership experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.

2. Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.

3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

4. Present subject matter effectively and according to guidelines established by IEP. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media including technology to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned

5. Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.

6. Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.

7. Participate in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional media.

Student Growth and Development

8. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

9. Provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP.

10. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by campus principal.

11. Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.

Classroom Management and Organization

12. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

13. Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.

14. Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.

15. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

16. Plan and assign the work of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

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17. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

18. Maintain professional relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.

19. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

20. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.

21. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.

22. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Additional Duties: 23. Any and all other duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor.

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Academic Affiliations Coordinator and Scholarship Manager

The RN-Education Specialist:  Academic Affiliations Coordinator collaborates with affiliated schools of Nursing and Nursing Leadership to place students and student groups across the Albany Medical Center.  

Works collaboratively with Nursing Leadership to Support the review and award of Nursing Scholarships to support and elevate exemplary AMC employees to achieve academic goals and support recruitment goals.  

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing-required.

Current license as RPN in State of New York-required

Graduate of BSN program -required.

Graduate of MSN/MS-Nursing or above- required

Current, valid BLS certification- required.

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Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.