Responsibilities

• Under the guidance of the FCC Education Director, the Education Specialist supports affiliated providers in delivering high-quality early childhood education. Responsibilities include:
• Providing twice-monthly, strength-based coaching aligned with DOE's Early Childhood Framework for Quality (EFQ).
• Supporting implementation and adaptation of a developmentally appropriate, evidence-based mixed-age curriculum.
• Assisting providers with child observations, assessment data entry, lesson planning, and parent engagement.
• Ensuring provider compliance with OCFS/DOH/DOE training and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintaining accurate documentation, provider files, and coaching records.
• Coordinating and supporting professional learning days, workshops, and special events.
• Coaching teachers and daycare staff towards program quality enhancement
• Collaborating with families, providers, and community partners to support children’s developmental and special needs.
• Assisting with outreach, enrollment, and general administrative duties.
• Conducting assessments and helping integrate literacy, speech, music, and behavior-based supports into the curriculum.
• Guiding parents with resources to support their child’s learning

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Infant/Toddler Studies (required)
• At least 2 years of experience teaching children infants, toddlers or preschool (required)
• Experience in family child care and/or with infants and toddlers (preferred)
• Strong time management, organization, and multitasking skills
• Professional, punctual, and detail-oriented
• Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills
• Team-oriented with a deep appreciation for the diverse needs of children, families, and providers
• Willingness to travel within the FCC Network catchment area
• Must maintain all required certifications and clearances
• Must pass Comprehensive Background Clearance (CBC) and have no criminal or child abuse record
• Physical exam and PPD (tuberculosis) clearance required
• A passion for supporting children's development through innovative educational practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Infant/Toddler Studies OR 30 ECE credits (required)
• At least 2 years of experience teaching children infants, toddlers or preschool (required)

• Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Please email your resume to schuzhin@amcnyc.com or call at 7187243577.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of young learners by applying your expertise as an Education Specialist!