- Work directly with parents, teachers, and staff to support children in the classroom. Serves as a partner with a peer Child Development Specialist.
- Identify strategies to help children with areas of special needs, including but not limited to developmental delays, gross and fine motor, speech, transitions, and behavior
- Develop written individual educational plans as they pertain to the ELC for children that clearly state goals, strategies and recommendations, as well as modes and methods of implementation
- Meet with parents, caregivers, and collateral service providers as necessary to discuss the progress, goals, and objectives of children
- Closely monitor identified children's progress and review progress notes or changes in goals during regularly scheduled meetings with teachers, parents, collaterals, and/or other relevant staff
- Keep and maintain anecdotal records, necessary forms, progress reports, parent contact summaries, end-of-the-year summaries, and other reports pertaining to children, staff, and/or classrooms
- Be a resource to parents, caregivers, and staff regarding topics of typical or atypical child development
- Use resources and referral skills to assist parents in identifying outside services to support their children's development, including but not limited to Early Intervention, School Systems, Developmental Pediatricians, Mental Health Agencies, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, or Neuropsychologists
- Work collaboratively and continuously with systems involved in ELC children's care, such as local Early Intervention and/or School Systems or private agencies, to meet common goals
- A Master's degree in Social Work, Child Psychology, or a related field is strongly preferred. A master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Child Development, or a related field will also be considered.
- Experience providing therapeutic interventions for young children, either one one-on-one, in small groups, or within the family setting desired
- Must have two or more years of experience working with early childhood-aged children in a school setting
- Strong organizational, communications, and time management skills with attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including customer service and the ability to work as part of a high-functioning team. Able to educate with compassion and sensitivity.
- Analytical - able to translate child-specific needs and goals to well-documented action plans and support team in enacting them
- Knowledgeable about community resources available to help support children and families
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Group life insurance
- Long-term disability
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Discounted childcare at JCCGB Early Learning Centers and after-school program
- Discounted JCCGB camp tuition % off)
- Generous paid time off
- JCC Greater Boston fitness membership
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Description
JCC Greater Boston is seeking a Child Development Specialist (CDS) for the Ledgewood Programs. The Child Development Specialist (CDS) provides direct service and consultation services to children, parents, preschool staff, and teachers at the Early Learning Centers of the JCC. The CDS works in conjunction with and as a liaison to outside collaterals, i.e., private or public agencies, schools, early intervention, and/or specialty services in order to help the children reach their highest potential emotionally, socially, and cognitively. The CDS works closely with teaching teams and directors to facilitate developmentally appropriate practices within the Sheva Framework in a classroom or therapeutic setting. This 32-hour position begins September 2024 and will be onsite in Newton. The Newton facility is a dynamic Community Center which includes on-site fitness opportunities for staff.
The starting salary for this Full-Time 32 hour position is $53,250 per year. The salary offered will ultimately be determined by the hours the employee will work, the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Skills and Abilities:
AGENCY INFORMATION
Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to its mission of creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community by nurturing meaningful and lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.
JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff gave a rating of close to 90% positive for their experiences in direct management and organizational alignment. If you are interested in upgrading your working experience and/or having a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team
The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.
To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at
JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.
Benefits
In addition to a rewarding career, JCC Greater Boston provides competitive exempt compensation packages. Benefits include:
