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The ACT Program employs staff throughout the year. Our staff consist of professional social workers, educators, administrators, college students, community services workers, artists, musicians and athletes. You may download our Employment Application (PDF) from this site. Mail your completed application to the address found at the top of this page. Our address may also be found on our Contact Us page or send resume to www.actjobs@stjohndivine.org. Job description and additional information will be mailed to viable candidates.

Available Positions (Posted on 5/08)

  • School-age Program Positions (part-time and seasonal) as of 5/08
  • School-age Program Coordinator
  • Summer Camp and After-School group leader
  • After-School Homework Helper/Tutor
  • Music, Art, Sports, Nature Camp Specialist

     

Description of Available Positions

Full-time Positions: Year round

  • Preschool Educational Director: Oversee and direct preschool program and coordinate other early childhood services available to an economically diverse population. Must be able to enhance and implement developmental readiness curriculum for children preparing to enter elementary school. Requirements: MA degree in Early Childhood Education, New York State certification; minimum of five or more years teaching and two years of supervisory experience; background in natural science and ecology, familiarity with DOH licensing requirements; experience in staff training. Salary: in the 40's depending on experience. Excellent benefits & pension plan.
  • Preschool Head Teacher: To work with young children throughout the year in one or more ACT Programs that aims to meet children's cognitive, emotional, social and physical needs while supporting parents to rear their child in an urban setting. To enhance the quality of activities offered to youngsters at A.C.T. serving children and families on the upper west side and Harlem areas of Manhattan, background in natural science and ecology is preferred. Requirements: candidate must have a BA in Education and/or an NYS Early Childhood license or equivalent; two years of group teaching experience with children under six years old; familiar with PC platform using Microsoft office; familiar with DOH regulations, excellent communication skills, must meet Department of Health requirement for Head teacher: DOI fingerprints, annual medical, NYS certification and others that may arise. Salary in 30's depending on experience. Excellent benefits & pension plan.
  • Assistant teacher: Full- time or part -time position is available to work in a small groups and assist teacher with the implementation of a natural science based curriculum. Requirements: Candidates must have no less than two years of classroom experience in an educational setting and have undergraduate credits in education. Assistant teacher :$9- $15/hr.
  • Clerical support: Assit with front office operations, maintain registration system and coordinate internal communications. No less than two years experience in similar setting or personal service field, strong PC computer literacy, good typing skills (50 wpm) and excellent interpersonal skills. Flexible hours.

School-age program positions

  • School-age program coordinator: To monitor and oversee program goals and activities of the school-age programs offered after-school and on selected holidays. Requirements: At least two years of similar experience in an educational equivalent setting, experienced in directing, monitoring and schedule program staff and activities, able to train staff and evaluate staff, has strong interpersonal skills with children and parents. Salary ranges from $12- $20 /hr. depending on experience. Hours from 2:00-6:30 PM week days.
  • Counselor/Group leaders: Supervise school-age children in after-school program (2-6 p.m. weekdays) and on some holidays (8 hrs./day) Lead and organize activities. Must work minimum of eight hours per week. Experience preferred, training provided. Hourly rates vary from $8.00-$15.00/hr.
  • Homework Helper: Oversee and assist children with homework assignments on Mondays-Thursday 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Hourly rates vary from $7.00-$12.00/hr.
  • Summer Camp Counselors: Work with school-age children in a theme based Day Camp program (see Summer Camp section) during July and/or August. Experience preferred. Must be over 18 year old. Hourly rates vary from $7.00-$12.00/hr.
  • Summer Camp Specialist: Teach classes in area of expertise in July and/or August. Instructors needed in: Art, Music, Sports, Swim, Nature, Gardening, Dance.
  • Summer Camp Lifeguard/Swim Instructor: Teach swimming classes to children enrolled in summer camp, assist in Life guarding, and participate in other camp activities. $8.00-$18.00/hr.


Part-time and seasonal Preschool Staff

  • Parent-Toddler Instructor: Leads parent-toddler classes in the mornings. Experience is required. $60.00- $90.00 per section depending on experiences and total number of hour per week.
  • Assistant Teacher: Work with Head Teacher to implement preschool program. Students attend on a part-time and full-time basis ages 2.7-5.0 years. Experience is preferred: (Full-time and Part-time available. See description above) Hourly rate $9.00-$15.00/hr.
  • Camp Head Teacher:Organize and lead activities offered to preschoolers in summer camp program. Experience in similar setting required.
  • Camp Assistant Teacher: Work with Head Teacher to implement summer camp program for preschool students. Experience is preferred.

   
     
   
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