Disabilities Coordinator - Family and Educational Support Services

About Broadway Housing Communities (BHC)

Founded in 1983, Broadway Housing Communities (BHC) is a community-based nonprofit

committed to addressing the challenges of poverty and homelessness among adults, children,

and families in Upper Manhattan.

BHC has developed five supportive housing buildings that provide permanent, affordable

housing and holistic services for individuals and families living in deep poverty. Our work

includes an award-winning early childhood center and opportunities for community engagement

through the arts. BHC’s flagship project in the National Historic District of Sugar Hill features

124 units of affordable housing, an early childhood education center, and the Sugar Hill

Children’s Museum of Art & Storytelling, along with other vital community facilities.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated, energetic and committed Special Education Disabilities

Coordinator to work with our educational team to ensure the delivery of exceptional services to

our students and families. This role includes support in curriculum development and fostering

positive and effective collaboration with educational staff, families and other necessary

agencies, while following BHC policies and procedures, Head Start and NYC Department of

Education Performance Standards, Article 47, and other guidelines. The ideal candidate will

bring strong leadership, management skills, and a passion for early childhood special education

to help us continue making a positive impact on children's lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of innovative curriculum tailored to preschool students with special needs, ensuring alignment with educational standards and best practices.
• Supervise teaching staff and support personnel, providing mentorship, performance evaluations, and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate with families, educators, and community partners to create individualizededucation plans (IEPs) that support each child's growth and success.
• Manage program operations including budgeting, resource allocation, and compliance with state and federal regulations related to special education.
• Lead strategic planning initiatives aimed at enhancing program quality, expanding services through fundraising efforts, and fostering an inclusive school culture.
• Represent the preschool at community events and public speaking engagements to promote awareness of our programs and advocate for early childhood special education.
• Oversee classroom environments to ensure safety, engagement, and optimal learning conditions for all students.

Qualifications & Skills

• Must have Special Education Teacher Professional Certification B-2
• Proven experience in teaching students with disabilities in early childhood settings, with a strong background in classroom management.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience with supporting supervising staff and managing educational programs.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, educational administration, budgeting, and strategic planning (knowledge of Reggio Emilia approach and philosophy a plus!).
• Strong management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills suitable for public speaking, parent engagement, and team collaboration.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and familiarity with IEP processes is highly desirable.
• Master’s degree preferred; valid certification in early childhood or special education required.

APPLICATION:

To apply for this position, please email your resume, cover letter with salary requirements, to

View email address on click.appcast.io. Please indicate your last name and "Family Services Advocate

– Educational Support Services" in the subject line.

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. No phone calls, please – we will respond

to those candidates whose qualifications are best aligned with the components of this job

description.

Salary commensurate with experience and the position will pay $65,000 - $80,000 per year. We

offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement plan,

group life insurance, short term disability, long term disability and paid time off.

BHC and the Sugar Hill Children’s Museum of Art & Storytelling are Equal Opportunity Employers.