Early Childhood Learning Specialist

Riverdale Y is a community and cultural center located in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx. We provide educational, recreational, cultural, and wellness programming for children and adults of all ages. The Riverdale Y is rooted in universal values where diversity is celebrated and all are welcome to participate, engage, and connect. We are a sanctuary to think, learn, and grow, an open door to creativity, fitness, and fun, and a catalyst for change and transformation. Riverdale Y is seeking to hire individuals who are enthusiastic about tackling challenges with creativity and ambition. Our organization provides a diverse range of career opportunities, spanning education, social services, facilities management, senior care, accounting, marketing, and much more. We’d be honored for you to make your career here!

SCOPE:

The Learning Specialist will operate as a part of the Early Childhood Center team to support five classrooms of children two to five years old by collaborating with teachers, supporting families and advocating for educational services through Early Intervention and the Committee on Preschool Education. The Learning Specialist will report to the Director of Early Childhood. This is two-day-a-week, 8:00AM-1:00PM position, in-person position in Riverdale. WHAT YOU WILL DO (Responsibilities): Collaborate with classroom teachers to develop and refine differentiated instructional strategies for students with identified or suspected learning needs. Support teachers to identify children with learning differences through classroom observation Support families to increase understanding of the child’s needs and advocate for educational services. Consult with teachers and staff on best practices in learning support, including classroom accommodations and inclusive teaching strategies. Maintain detailed records of student progress, interventions, and meetings with families. Participate in key team meetings (e.g. EI/CPSE discussions) Provide small group or one-on‑one interventions as needed Facilitate professional development for teachers on evidence‑based practices, differentiated instruction, and inclusive education. Serve as a resource for teachers and staff on best practices in special education and learning support. WHAT YOU WILL BRING (Qualifications): Must-Haves: Masters in Early Childhood Special Education and NYS certification birth-second grade or working towards completion of a Masters; prior experience as an early childhood special education teacher, director or Learning Specialist. The Learning Specialist must be an excellent writer and oral communicator and project warmth to families and teachers, as well as confidences and a high level of preparation in advocacy meetings.

SALARY & COMPENSATION:

The salary for the Learning Specialist position is $35-45 and hour. Riverdale Y offers employees medical & dental insurance, flexible spending, commuter benefits and pension plan as well as an optional 403(b) retirement benefit. Riverdale Y also offers employees a complimentary family membership, discounted childcare and afterschool programming, in addition to discounts in areas of sports, performing arts, dance, aquatics and summer camp. Riverdale Y provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Riverdale YM-YWHA