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Disability Coordinator

B'Above World Wide Institute

Date Posted: 03/17/2020

Location: New York, New York

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About B'Above Worldwide Institute:
BeAbove Worldwide Institute Inc. is a nonprofit children's organization that provides quality childcare for families in the Queens, Brooklyn and Bronx communities. Our schools support all aspects of children's growth and development in a safe and nurturing environment. Our program provides comprehensive services for children and their families in keeping with the ideal that the caregiver is the child's primary teacher.

Responsibilities:

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

· General clerical duties including photocopying and faxing

· Field-work with children including administering and scoring developmental screenings

· Handle requests for information and data

· Prepare and modify documents including correspondence, reports, drafts, memos and emails

· Establish community partnerships with evaluation agencies and therapists

· Communicate with parents, teachers, Education Directors, and district administrators

· Data entry and tracking

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

· Bachelors in Education, Special Education or a related field preferred

· Computer skills and knowledge of relevant software

· Knowledge of operation of standard office equipment

· MUST HAVE - Experience working with/teaching children aged birth to five

· Travel required to Queens, Brooklyn and the Bronx (personal vehicle preferred)

Key Competencies

· Proficiency in general clerical duties such as photocopying, scanning, faxing, filing, record keeping, and conducting outbound and inbound calls in a professional, courteous manner

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office software

· Strong communication skills – written and verbal

· Strong organization when dealing with digital and physical files

· Adaptability

· Problem assessment and problem-solving skills

· Attention to detail and accuracy

· Ability to work as part of a team with a culturally diverse population

· Preference will be given to candidates residing in Queens

Language

Speaking Spanish a plus

Application Instructions:

Please email your resume and cover letter to cdiamond.beabove@gmail.com

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