Employment

School Nurse (RN) – Full-Time

Do you enjoy working with children in a school setting? Our nursing team works with students with medical needs in school and will also accompany them on class trips into the community. The Gillen Brewer School is a private, special education school on the Upper East Side dedicated to the education of children with challenging, and often multiple disabilities, including language-based and nonverbal learning disabilities.  We are accepting resumes for a full-time School Nurse (RN) to start immediately.  All applicants will be required to submit a resume, cover letter, and two reference letters.

Gillen Brewer offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive professional development program.

Job Title:	School Nurse
Supervisor:	Supervising School Nurse
Hours:	Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Calendar to Follow:	12-month Academic
FLSA Status:	Exempt
Starting:	Immediately

 

Summary

The School Nurse (RN) is a critical part of the health and safety of the Gillen Brewer Community.  The School Nurse reports to the Supervising School Nurse who reports to the Assistant Head of School.  The School Nurse helps to ensure the optimum health and safety of students by monitoring health and illness in the community, performing nursing assessment and care, and performing health education for the school community. Gillen Brewer expects School Nurses to conduct themselves in a professional manner with regard to attire, attitude, participation, communication, and interactions with staff, children, and parents.  School Nurses are expected to understand the school’s policies, procedures, and guidelines as set in the staff handbook, located on the school’s shared Google Drive.  As part of the school community, School Nurses are encouraged to participate in school community events, join committees, and create a positive working environment for children, families, and colleagues.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of medical care plans, including COVID-19 preparedness plans, Parent Locker app administration, and ensure compliance with plans across all school settings
• Review and closely examine medical documentation collection practices of student and staff data to ensure compliance
• Monitor health and well-being for staff and students 
• Promote a healthy school environment by ensuring appropriate exclusion for infectious illnesses and informing community members when applicable 
• Ensure the school follows all federal, state, and local mandates/laws, which include but are not limited to: public health, communicable diseases, immunizations
• Provide both acute and non-acute nursing assessment and corresponding care for students and staff members 
• Responsible for both emergency and daily medications for students
• Maintain legal written records of nursing assessments and medication administration  
• Maintain accurate, confidential student health records, and monitor any chronic or acute illnesses
• Maintain accurate, confidential staff health records
• Health education and training for staff members 
• Act as an advocate for health-related issues, consulting with outside practitioners as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Professional Requirements 

• Registered Professional Nurse licensed in the State of New York (required) 
• Bachelor of Science degree with two years of relevant professional experience (required) 
• CPR/AED certification (required)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (required) 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with pediatric special needs populations 
• Proficient research skills and ability to keep up with current best practices
• Understanding of childhood growth and developmental stages 
• Experience as a school, pediatric and/or public health nurse 

Physical Requirements

Employees must have the physical capacity to navigate the classroom and school environments in order to effectively meet the needs of our students.  Such physical requirements include but are not limited to:  walking, standing, sitting, climbing up and down stairs, kneeling, stooping, crawling, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting.  Employees must be able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for long periods of time to complete necessary paperwork.  Vision, with or without lenses, must be sufficient to read in both paper and digital formats.  Employees must have the ability to hear, read, write, and speak in English.

Professional Development

The school is a community of learners.  In addition to staff development and training at Gillen Brewer, employees are encouraged to pursue educational goals through conferences, college courses, and various workshops.  Staff is required to attend all staff development workshops, staff, team, and supervision meetings.  Staff is also encouraged to attend all school functions listed on the school calendar.

Supervision & Support

The Supervising School Nurse will oversee and assess the School Nurse through daily observation, ensuring that there is an appropriate level of education and understanding of all relevant medical knowledge. The Assistant Head of School will oversee and analyze the nursing department through observation cycles, team meetings, and conversations with staff.  Staff development and support through modeling and coaching will be provided; this will include in-house and outside professional opportunities.  Frequency of observations and feedback sessions will be determined by the Supervising School Nurse, Assistant Head of School, and Head of School. Evidence of effectiveness will be collected through observations, discussions, and products.

Other Requirements

You must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo a number of clearances, including NYC DOE fingerprinting, a medical health form, and other background checks. 

To Apply

All applicants will be required to submit a resume, cover letter, and two reference letters.  Please submit materials directly via email to HR@gillenbrewer.com OR apply on Indeed.  Please include your name and the position of interest in the subject line of your email (i.e., Sonya Nichols – School Nurse (RN)).

No telephone inquiries or recruiters please.  Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants.

Art Teacher -- Full-TimeArt can be a very powerful medium for our students.  We are currently looking for a full-time, 12-month Art Teacher to join our special education Early Childhood through Elementary School Program starting July 1, 2021.  We are accepting and reviewing resumes and hope to quickly fill this role with a creative, thoughtful, and dynamic Art Teacher willing to continue developing our art program for all students.  Gillen Brewer School is a private, special education school on the Upper East Side dedicated to the education of children with challenging, and often multiple disabilities, including language-based and nonverbal learning disabilities.  All applicants will be required to submit a resume, cover letter, and two reference letters.

Gillen Brewer offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive professional development program.  

Job Title:	Art Teacher
Program:	Early Childhood/Pre-K through Elementary School
Hours:	Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Calendar to Follow:	12-month Academic
FLSA Status:	Exempt
Starting:	July 1, 2021

 

Summary

The Art Teacher, a Head Teacher position, is a critical part of a child’s learning experience at Gillen Brewer.  The primary responsibility of an Art Teacher is to cultivate and lead a learning environment in which students feel safe and confident as they express themselves artistically.  The Art Teacher understands, plans, and executes key elements of innovative pedagogy that engender a deep love of art in students, prioritizing process over product. The Art Teacher reports to the Program Director who reports to the Assistant Head of School.  The school expects the Art Teacher to act in a professional manner with regard to attire, attitude, participation, communication, and interactions with staff, children, and parents.  The Art Teacher is expected to understand the school’s policies, procedures, and guidelines as set in the staff handbook, located on the school’s shared Google Drive.  As a part of the school community, the Art Teacher is encouraged to participate in school community events, join committees, and create a positive working environment for children, families, and colleagues.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow and implement a curriculum based on the Common Core Learning Standards and New York State Core Curriculum and for New York State Prekindergarten Learning Standards
• Know and apply elements of design and modern principles of art
• Understand process over product and developmental needs of students
• Develop a curriculum that addresses the special education needs of diverse learners
• Plan, prepare, and showcase student work exhibitions for the school and within the community
• Individually address the students’ physical, emotional, sensory, academic, and language needs
• Collaborate with team members
• Provide lesson plans/unit plans to the Program Director 
• Implement programs and strategies recommended by therapists
• Maintain parent communication and seek way to include parents in classroom activities
• Manage purchasing and maintenance of required program resources and materials
• Assist in other schoolwide initiatives, such as bussing, arrival, dismissal, and coverage when needed
• Lead yearbook committee and gather photos for the yearbook, working closely with yearbook designer

Required Skills / Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Thorough understanding of classroom procedures and management
• Ability to develop trusting and supportive relationships with students
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate with the therapeutic team members
• Team-oriented approach with a positive work attitude
• Proficient with Google Drive and SMART Board technology

Planning and Recordkeeping

• Informal/Formal assessment of children:  collect evidence of outcome-based curriculum assessment throughout the school year.
• Write Mid-Year and End-of-Year Integrative Reports collaboratively with team 

Professional Requirements

• Master’s degree in Art Education, Childhood Special Education, or Early Childhood Special Education (required)
• Experience teaching Students With Disabilities (required)
• New York State Teaching Certification

Physical Requirements

Employees must have the physical capacity to navigate the classroom and school environments in order to effectively meet the needs of our students.  Such physical requirements include but are not limited to:  walking, standing, sitting, climbing up and down stairs, kneeling, stooping, crawling, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting.  Employees must be able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for long periods of time to complete necessary paperwork.  Vision, with or without lenses, must be sufficient to read in both paper and digital formats.  Employees must have the ability to hear, read, write, and speak in English.

Professional Development

The school is a community of learners.  In addition to staff development and training at Gillen Brewer, employees are encouraged to pursue educational goals through conferences and various workshops.  Teachers are required to attend all staff development workshops as well as staff, team, and supervision meetings.  Staff is also encouraged to attend all school functions listed on the school calendar.

Supervision & Support

The Program Director will oversee and analyze all aspects of the program through the use of observation cycles, in-office sessions, team meetings, conversations with support staff, lesson planning, curriculum development, student progress, and report writing.  Staff development and support through modeling and coaching will be provided which will include in-house and outside professional opportunities.  Frequency of observations and feedback sessions will be determined by the Program Director, Assistant Head of School, and Head of School.  The Program Director will conduct two formal evaluations a year using this job description and the Teacher Evaluation checklist as a guide.  Evidence of effectiveness will be collected through observations, discussions, and products.

Other Requirements

You must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo a number of clearances, including NYC DOE fingerprinting, a medical health form, and other background checks. 

To Apply

To be considered, interested applicants MUST submit a cover letter, resume, and two reference letters.  Please submit materials directly via email to HR@gillenbrewer.com OR apply on Indeed.  Please include your name and the position of interest in the subject line of your email (i.e., Agnes Tewper - Art Teacher).

No telephone inquiries or recruiters please.  Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants.

Special Education Associate Teacher -- Full-Time

We have a Special Education Associate Teacher position available for a July 1, 2021 start.  We are accepting and reviewing resumes for a full-time, 12-month Associate Teacher to join our School Program.  The Gillen Brewer School is a private, special education school on the Upper East Side dedicated to the education of children with challenging, and often multiple disabilities, including language-based and nonverbal learning disabilities.  All applicants will be required to submit a resume, cover letter, and two reference letters.

Gillen Brewer offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive professional development program.  

Job Title:	Associate Teacher
Program:	Pre-K through Elementary School
Hours:	Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Calendar to Follow:	12-month Academic
FLSA Status:	Exempt
Starting:	July 1, 2021

 

The Associate Teacher is a critical part of a child’s learning experience at Gillen Brewer.  The Associate Teacher reports to the Head Teacher who reports to the Program Director.  The Program Director reports to the Assistant Head of School.  The Associate Teacher will assist the Head Teacher in classroom preparation, reinforcement of lessons, management, and all functions of the classroom in order to cultivate and help provide a learning environment in which students feel safe and confident as they express themselves in the classroom.  The Associate Teacher will resume all Head Teaching responsibilities in the absence of the Head Teacher. The Associate Teacher will work as part of an integrated team with the Head Teacher, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, and Speech-Language Pathologists in a therapeutic school setting.  Gillen Brewer expects Associate Teachers to conduct themselves in a professional manner with regard to attire, attitude, participation, communication, and interactions with staff, children, and parents.  Associate Teachers are expected to understand the school’s policies, procedures, and guidelines as set in the staff handbook, located on the school’s shared Google Drive.  As a part of the school community, Associate Teachers are encouraged to participate in school community events, join committees, and create a positive working environment for children, families, and colleagues.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Duties and Responsibilities (where age-appropriate)

• Provide support to the Head Teacher in classroom instruction and management
• Assist with or run classroom activities and lessons
• Work with individual students who require additional or modified instruction
• Monitor students when the Head Teacher is in or out of the classroom
• Support students throughout the day, including lunch, playground, and gym
• Assist with student arrival and dismissal
• Occasionally work as a substitute teacher in the Head Teacher’s absence
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Thorough understanding of classroom procedures and management
• Ability to develop trusting and supportive relationships with students
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate with the therapeutic team members
• Team-oriented approach with a positive work attitude

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree (required); pursuing Master’s in Special Education (highly desired)
• Must complete teacher assistant training through the school

Physical Requirements

Employees must have the physical capacity to navigate the classroom and school environments in order to effectively meet the needs of our students.  Such physical requirements include but are not limited to:  walking, standing, sitting, climbing up and down stairs, kneeling, stooping, crawling, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting.  Employees must be able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for long periods of time to complete necessary paperwork.  Vision, with or without lenses, must be sufficient to read in both paper and digital formats.  Employees must have the ability to hear, read, write, and speak in English.

Professional Development

The school is a community of learners.  In addition to staff development and training at Gillen Brewer, employees are encouraged to pursue educational goals through conferences and various workshops.  Teachers are required to attend all staff development workshops as well as staff, team, and supervision meetings.  Staff is also encouraged to attend all school functions listed on the school calendar.

Other Requirements

You must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo a number of clearances, including NYC DOE fingerprinting, a medical health form, and other background checks. 

To Apply

To be considered, interested applicants MUST submit a cover letter, resume, and two reference letters.  Please submit materials directly via email to HR@gillenbrewer.com OR apply on Indeed.  Please include your name and the position of interest in the subject line of your email (i.e., Andrea Teele -- Associate Teacher).

No telephone inquiries or recruiters please.  Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants.

Speech-Language Pathologist -- Full-Time

Do you love providing integrated speech-language therapy services to preschool through elementary school students with special needs?  Gillen Brewer wants to meet you!  The Gillen Brewer School is a private, special education school on the Upper East Side dedicated in the education of children with challenging, and often multiple disabilities, including language-based and nonverbal learning disabilities.  We are currently accepting resumes for a full-time, 12-month Speech-Language Pathologist who desires to be a part of an integrated educational/therapeutic team.  A minimum of 2 years of experience is preferred.  All applicants will be required to submit a resume, cover letter, and two reference letters.  This position starts September 1, 2021.

Gillen Brewer offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive professional development program.

Job Title:	Speech-Language Pathologist
Program:	Early Childhood (Pre-K) / Elementary
Supervisor:	Head of Speech-Language Pathology Department
Hours:	Monday-Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Calendar to Follow:	12-month Academic
FLSA Status:	Exempt
Starting:	September 1, 2021

 

Summary 

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is a critical part of the child’s learning experience at Gillen Brewer.  The Speech-Language Pathologist reports to the Head of the Speech-Language Pathology Department who reports to the Assistant Head of School.  The SLP will work as part of an integrated team with Teachers, Occupational Therapists, and Psychologists in a therapeutic school setting.  Responsibilities include the ability to evaluate and treat students with Speech-Language disorders, formulate individualized treatment programs, keep appropriate records, and inform/collaborate with the therapeutic team and parents regarding the students’ progress.  Gillen Brewer expects SLPs to conduct themselves in a professional manner with regard to attire, attitude, participation, communication, and interactions with staff, children, and parents.  SLPs are expected to understand the school’s policies, procedures, and guidelines as set in the staff handbook, located on the school’s shared Google Drive.  As part of the school community, SLPs are encouraged to participate in school community events, join committees, and create a positive working environment for children, families, and colleagues.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct informal/formal assessment of students as well as implement, update, and create reports
• Create well thought-out therapy sessions, demonstrating an understanding of the student’s individual needs
• Provide sessions across settings based on the individual needs of the students (e.g., pull-out, push-in)
• Support the students’ physical, emotional, sensory, academic, and speech-language needs
• Participate in team meetings
• Follow through with behavioral interventions and supports, recommending visuals and other materials/charts when needed.  Provide feedback on effectiveness
• Support teachers with visuals, classroom arrangement, and upkeep
• When schedule allows, provide classroom support as needed
• Recommend and implement therapeutic strategies/programs into the classroom and assist/train the therapeutic team in how to use them
• Collaborate with teachers/therapists to plan and co-lead group activities in the classroom when within your domain
• Co-treat with other therapists purposefully
• Coordinate and communicate with outside therapists as needed
• Maintain parent/caregiver communication as needed, providing ongoing updates on progress as well as sharing strategies and activities for them to implement at home.  Communication should facilitate the family’s understanding of their child’s needs/diagnosis and address any questions or concerns regarding the child’s overall speech-language development
• Create daily session notes as well as write and edit the classroom team’s Mid-Year and End-of-Year reports
• Maintain office and department upkeep and housekeeping (e.g., organize files, update assessment tools)
• Follow appropriate procedures for handling issues with other staff members
• Present in-service workshops and training to staff members as needed
• Present parent workshops and training as needed
• Keep current on professional trends and literature as well as attend continuing education courses on an as-needed basis to advance professional skills
• Maintain an open and honest line of communication with the Head of the SLP Department and the Assistant Head of School.  Take an active role in supervision, learning, and training.  Actively seek out information and resources appropriate to the school
• Provide classroom staffing support as needed 
• Participate in arrival/dismissal duties as needed
• Provide staff and parent in-services as needed 
• Contribute to schoolwide website as needed 

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise and train graduate student interns
• Senior SLPs may be asked to supervise incoming new therapists (Clinical-Fellowship-Year (CFY) candidates)

Required Skills/Abilities

• Hearing ability sufficient to evaluate student's speech
• Communicating verbally and in writing with students, faculty members, and parents so that all parties understand the program and the degree of progress being made
• Thorough understanding of therapy procedures and management
• Ability to relate to children and reinforce therapy sessions
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate with the classroom team members
• Team-oriented approach with a positive work attitude

Planning and Recordkeeping

• Take daily anecdotal notes in regard to each student’s progress and/or behavioral data as needed
• Informal/Formal assessment of children:  collect evidence of outcome based curriculum assessment at least four times per year (October, January, June, and August) in all content areas and keep in a systematic way
• Write Mid-Year and End-of-Year Integrative Reports collaboratively with team

Professional Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology (required)
• State license as a Speech-Language Pathologist 
• Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
• Two years of experience working in the Speech-Language Pathology field (preferred)

Physical Requirements

Employees must have the physical capacity to navigate the classroom and school environments in order to effectively meet the needs of our students.  Such physical requirements include but are not limited to:  walking, standing, sitting, climbing up and down stairs, kneeling, stooping, crawling, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting.  Employees must be able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for long periods of time to complete necessary paperwork.  Vision, with or without lenses, must be sufficient to read in both paper and digital formats.  Employees must have the ability to hear, read, write, and speak in English.

Professional Development

The school is a community of learners.  In addition to staff development and training at Gillen Brewer, employees are encouraged to pursue educational goals through conferences and various workshops.  Speech-Language Pathologists are required to attend all staff development workshops, staff, team, and supervision meetings.  Staff is also encouraged to attend all school functions listed on the school calendar.

Supervision & Support

The Head of the SLP Department will oversee and analyze all aspects of the department through the use of observation cycles, in-office sessions, team meetings, conversations with staff, lesson planning, curriculum development, student progress, and report writing.  Staff development and support through modeling and coaching will be provided which will include in-house and outside professional opportunities.  Frequency of observations and feedback sessions will be determined by the Department Head and Assistant Head of School.  The Head of the SLP Department will conduct two formal evaluations a year using this job description and the SLP Evaluation checklist as a guide.  Evidence of effectiveness will be collected through observations, discussions, and products.

Other Requirements

You must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo a number of clearances including NYC DOE fingerprinting, a medical health form, and other background checks. 

To Apply

All applicants will be required to submit a resume, cover letter, and two reference letters.  Please submit materials via email to HR@gillenbrewer.com OR apply on Indeed.  Please indicate your name and the position of interest in the subject line of your email (i.e., Samantha Lewis – Speech-Language Pathologist).

No telephone inquiries or recruiters please.  Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants.

Associate Controller -- Full-Time

Under the general direction of the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer/Controller or designee, the Associate Controller plans, organizes, and carries out specific functions of accounting, payroll, and financial recordkeeping in the business office.   The Associate Controller manages the school’s day-to-day general accounting functions and ensures the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions.  The Associate Controller is responsible for applying generally accepted accounting principles to analyze information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports, and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.  The Associate Controller must understand and work effectively with people from different cultures.

Gillen Brewer offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive professional development program.

Job Title:	Associate Controller
Supervisor:	Chief Operating Officer(COO) & Controller/Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Hours:	Monday-Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Calendar to Follow:	12-month Administrative
FLSA Status:	Exempt
Starting:	Immediately

 

Summary

Gillen Brewer expects the Associate Controller to act in a professional manner with regard to attire, attitude, participation, communication, and interactions with staff, children, and parents.  The Associate Controller is expected to understand the school’s policies, procedures, and guidelines as set in the staff handbook, located on the school’s shared Google Drive.  As a part of the school community, the Associate Controller is encouraged to participate in school community events, join committees, and create a positive working environment for children, families, and colleagues.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

Duties and Responsibilities

The major functions and job responsibilities of the Controller include: 

• Develop and prepare the school budget and work with Directors of Departments to create departmental budgets
• Assist the CFO/Controller and COO in coordinating the company’s financial planning, budgeting, and investment activities
• Prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries by compiling and analyzing account information
• Maintain and balance subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions; resolve any discrepancies
• Prepare general journal entries
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger
• Manage daily accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Make bank deposits
• Collect and analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures
• Maintain fixed assets schedule and inventory
• Prepare and distribute 1099s
• Perform special reports requested by COO and Head of School
• Prepare financial reports for Board meetings and Executive Board meetings
• Review and improve systems and procedures dealing with the effective utilization of personnel, office space, purchasing processes, forms, supplies, and equipment
• Handle a variety of problems regarding district fiscal activities
• Attend staff, departmental, management, and other meetings as required
• Establish and maintain a cooperative and harmonious working relationship with those contacted in the course of work
• Provide timely and effective communication regarding incidents and/or situations that might impact the schools 
• Audit and certify reports required by governmental agencies, i.e., annual financials, excess costs, project reimbursements, and others as required 
• Gather attendance data for State reporting purposes
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations and integrity of financial data
• Review, develop, and recommend business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Protect confidential information
• Participate in educational opportunities, read professional publications, maintain personal networks, and participate in professional development
• Establish annual objectives deemed appropriate by the supervisor
• Gather appropriate data in support of the status of Annual Objectives and Job Description elements
• Other duties assigned by the supervisor will have been effectively accomplished

Professional Requirements

• BA or BS in business, accounting or public administration 
• Must have experience in mid- to senior-financial management role
• Ability to translate financial information and effectively collaborate with non-finance colleagues
• CPA, MA/MS, or MBA is desirable
• Five (5) or more years of accounting supervisory experience, non-profit experience preferred 
• High level of professionalism and integrity in dealing with confidential issues; ability to work independently and execute sound reasoning and judgment
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Character; personality; social capability to relate effectively with staff and community; demonstrated ability to work with a variety of groups.  Understand and work effectively with people from different cultures .

Physical Requirements

The work environment consists of exposure to physical conditions typical of an office and school.  Employees must be able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for long periods of time to complete necessary paperwork.  Additionally, employees may also be required to perform activities which include but are not limited to:  walking, standing, climbing up and down stairs, and lifting.  Vision, with or without lenses, must be sufficient to read in both paper and digital formats.  Employees must have the ability to hear, read, write, and speak in English.

Professional Development

The school is a community of learners.  In addition to staff development and training at Gillen Brewer, employees are encouraged to pursue educational goals through conferences and various workshops.  Staff is required to attend all staff development workshops as well as staff, team, and supervision meetings.  Staff is also encouraged to attend all school functions listed on the school calendar.

Supervision & Support

Staff development and support will be provided which will include in-house and outside professional opportunities.  Frequency of observations and feedback sessions will be determined by the COO and Controller/CFO.  The COO and Controller/CFO will conduct two formal evaluations a year using this job description as a guide.  Evidence of effectiveness will be collected through observations, discussions, and products.

Other Requirements

You must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo a number of clearances, including NYC DOE fingerprinting, a medical health form, and other background checks.

To Apply

To be considered, interested applicants MUST submit a cover letter, resume, and two reference letters.  Please submit materials directly via email to HR@gillenbrewer.com OR apply on Indeed.  Please include your name and the position of interest in the subject line of your email (i.e., Adrienne Cox - Associate Controller).

No telephone inquiries or recruiters please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants.

Director of Communications and Annual Giving - Full-Time

The Gillen Brewer School, a special needs elementary school on the upper east side of Manhattan is currently seeking to hire a Director of Communications and Annual Giving to join our administration team. We are hoping to fill this position immediately with the right candidate.

Gillen Brewer offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive professional development program.

Job Title:	Director of Communications and Annual Giving
Supervisor:	Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Hours:	Monday-Friday; 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Calendar to Follow:	12-month Administrative
FLSA Status:	Exempt
Starting:	Immediately

 

Summary

The Director of Communications and Annual Giving is responsible for leading and growing the Gillen Brewer School’s Annual Giving programs to achieve specific fundraising and engagement goals in parent leadership giving, parent participation, alumni participation, faculty and staff participation, and all donor constituencies. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Communications and Annual Giving collaborates with School Leadership in developing the strategic direction, management, and coordination for Gillen Brewer's internal and external events, communications, marketing, branding, and diverse fundraising efforts. This position will assist school leadership in conceptualizing, writing, managing, and proofing content for a diverse array of communications projects for the school, such newsletters, op-eds, internal briefings, reports, presentations, website design, and internal and external communications. This highly organized, flexible, creative, and innovative roll-up-your-sleeves executive must have excellent analytical, oral, and written communication skills, a track record in effective fundraising and event management, and a strong desire to understand and manage every aspect of the school's fundraising efforts from an administrative, programmatic, and fiscal perspective.

The Director of Communications and Annual Giving is a key member of the Institutional Advancement Team, raising unrestricted dollars for Gillen Brewer’s Annual Giving to meet the budgetary needs of the school. The Director works closely with School Leadership in developing a strategic and comprehensive fundraising and advancement plan that is integrated with the school's strategic plan and on point with the school's positioning and mission. This individual will liaise with the Director of Institutional Advancement and Major Gifts, School Leadership, and the Parents' Association (PA) to plan, coordinate, and execute all school fundraising and cultivating events, fundraising communications, annual report development and publication, as well as the research, data analysis, and reporting of all efforts related to fundraising, branding efforts, communications, marketing, and the cultivation of potential prospects.

The Director of Communications and Annual Giving is a highly visible, integral, and important leadership position that will play a key role in ensuring the continued success of the Gillen Brewer School. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the COO, Head of School, and Director of Institutional Advancement and Major Gifts and leadership team in determining annual giving goals and executing strategic plans for achieving these goals, both short- and long-term, for fundraising efforts including annual giving, events, special activities, and other school-related fundraising initiatives
• Collaborate in developing and executing strategic plans, both short- and long-term for branding, advancement, and communication efforts including new collateral, website management, newsletters, promotional videos, and social media
• He/she will manage all design projects. The incumbent will provide direction, execution, and supervision of all signature creative, collateral materials, branding, and quality control. The Director will manage the production of all print and non-print materials as well as project workflow
• Plan and run the school’s annual benefit from start to finish
• Create and distribute the annual report
• Collaborate with the Admissions Office on marketing, recruitment, and cultivation opportunities
• Collaborate with the academic Program Staff to best market the school by understanding the mission and vision and how they are reflected throughout the school community
• Collaborate with the Business Office to reconcile accounts and ensure integrity and consistency of the database and fundraising reporting
• Manage the school’s website, monthly communications and news, internal/external communications, and social media accounts
• Manage all internal and external public relations communications regarding the building expansion project, including community and neighborhood relations
• Develop a complex calendar of communication and segmented solicitation strategies involving email, direct mail, phone contact, social media efforts, and personal visitation
• Oversee the Parents’ Association (PA) and build the infrastructure for a more autonomous PA
• Work with PA Leadership to identify, recruit, and train parent volunteers to serve on the Parent Association and/or as Parent Volunteers
• Develop and manage an Alumni Relations Program to expand engagement of alumni in annual giving
• Plan cultivation and stewardship events for new families, returning families, major donor prospects, and volunteers
• Develop and manage the method of gift processing to acknowledge donors quickly and effectively with gift receipts, phone contact, and personal notes. Manage the pledge process with scheduled reminders to maximize pledge yields
• Oversee the planning and designing of annual giving solicitation, including all digital marketing (email, website, and social media)
• Work collaboratively with School Leadership and the Parents' Association in developing and executing the fundraising plans
• Work with consultants and the Development Assistant to upgrade, analyze, compare, document, and maintain historical fundraising and communication efforts through the DonorPerfect database, and then make a determination on migrating to a new system, based on the school’s expansion and capital campaign efforts
• Research, analyze, and recommend potential prospects for cultivation and solicitation
• Execute outreach strategies for existing donor relationships, both individual and institutional, as agreed to within the Institutional Advancement Department and with School Leadership
• Broaden the overall database of donors, manage data entry, and ensure the capture of donor and prospect files and gift acknowledgments
• Analyze the existing database for potential development opportunities; track and report on outcomes of fundraising initiatives
• Create office systems and processes to support and streamline all database, PA and School Events, and Development projects and operations
• Develop parent- and class-based fundraising efforts, targeting 100% class contribution within the Annual Fund
• Collaborate with School Leadership toward grant writing efforts
• Attend evening and weekend events, as needed, to support philanthropic goals

Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in communications, public relations, visual design, or related field
• A minimum of five years of non-profit or relevant industry experience
• At least 5-7 years of nonprofit, school, and development experience
• Inspirational, creative, self-motivated, outgoing and personable, a team player, driven, a natural problem solver, emotionally intelligent, calm under pressure, resilient, aligned with school philosophy, mission, and positioning, and can receive and give candid feedback
• A high degree of competency in DonorPerfect or a similar donor management program
• Ability to think and plan strategically and creatively
• Strong donor focus and understanding of how to effectively manage interruptions
• Excellent analytic, strategic, writing, editing, and communication skills including public speaking
• Self-starter with the ability to independently drive projects
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office, Google G-Suite, database management and page layout including experience with Adobe Creative Suite and other general purpose tools (i.e., Acrobat, Canva, and MailChimp)
• Goal and outcome oriented
• Performance-based management, service orientation
• A track record in leading, influencing, motivating and working with a diverse mix of stakeholders including board members, donors, parents, administrators, and faculty

Physical Requirements

The work environment consists of exposure to physical conditions typical of an office and school. Employees must be able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for long periods of time to complete necessary paperwork. Additionally, employees may also be required to perform activities which include but are not limited to: walking, standing, climbing up and down stairs, and lifting. Vision, with or without lenses, must be sufficient to read in both paper and digital formats. Employees must have the ability to hear, read, write, and speak in English.

Professional Development

The school is a community of learners. In addition to staff development and training at Gillen Brewer, employees are encouraged to pursue educational goals through conferences and various workshops. Staff is required to attend all staff development workshops as well as staff, team, and supervision meetings. Staff is also encouraged to attend all school functions listed on the school calendar.

Supervision & Support

Staff Development and support will be provided and will include in-house and outside professional opportunities. The Chief Operating Officer will conduct two formal evaluations a year using this job description as a guide. Evidence of effectiveness will be collected through observations, discussions, and products.

Other Requirements

You must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo a number of clearances, including NYC DOE fingerprinting, a medical health form, and other background checks.

To Apply

To be considered, interested applicants MUST submit a cover letter, resume, and two reference letters.  Please submit materials directly via email to HR@gillenbrewer.com OR apply on Indeed.  Please include your name and the position of interest in the subject line of your email (i.e., Dana Charles - Director of Communications an Annual Giving).

No telephone inquiries or recruiters please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants.

Occupational Therapist -- Full-Time

Do you love providing occupational therapy services to elementary school students with special needs?  Gillen Brewer wants to meet you!  The Gillen Brewer School is a private, special education school on the Upper East Side dedicated to the education of children with challenging, and often multiple disabilities, including language-based and nonverbal learning disabilities.  We are currently accepting resumes for a full-time, 12-month Occupational Therapist who desires to be a part of an integrated educational/therapeutic team.  All applicants will be required to submit a resume, cover letter, and two reference letters.  This position starts July 1, 2021.

Gillen Brewer offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive professional development program.  

Job Title:	Occupational Therapist
Program:	Preschool / Elementary School
Supervisor:	Head of Occupational Therapy Department
Hours:	Monday-Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Calendar to Follow:	12-month Academic
FLSA Status:	Exempt
Starting:	July 1, 2021

Summary

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is a critical part of the child’s learning experience at Gillen Brewer.  The Occupational Therapist reports to the Head of the Occupational Therapy Department.  The OT will work as part of an integrated team with Teachers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Psychologists in a therapeutic school setting.  Gillen Brewer expects that OTs will conduct themselves in a professional manner with regard to attitude, participation, communication, and interactions with staff, children, and parents. OTs are expected to understand the school’s policies, procedures, and guidelines as set in the staff handbook, located on the school’s shared Google Drive.   As part of the school community, OTs are encouraged to participate in school community events, join committees, and create a positive working environment for children, families, and colleagues. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Create, follow, and implement goals and track progress on an ongoing basis
• Create well-thought-out therapy sessions, demonstrating an understanding of the child’s needs, driven by the student’s plan goals
• Complete informal/formal assessments of children.  Complete quarterly progress notes for each student with reference to their progress towards their goals in August and November
• Maintain daily session notes in the database, following Medicaid guidelines, in regard to each student’s progress
• Make up missed therapy sessions as described in the Staff Handbook
• Collaborate with team members and actively participate in team meetings
• Maintain parent communication as needed
• Maintain office upkeep and housekeeping
• Follow through with behavioral interventions and supports as well as recommended visuals and other materials/charts when needed.  Provide feedback on effectiveness
• Co-treat with other therapists purposefully
• Coordinate and communicate with outside therapists as needed
• Support the student’s physical, emotional, sensory, academic and language needs
• Supervise and train externs as determined
• Follow appropriate procedures for handling issues with other staff members
• Maintain an open and honest line of communication with the Department Head and the Assistant Head of School.  Take an active role in supervision, learning, and training.  Actively seek out information and resources appropriate to the school
• Write Mid-Year and End-of-Year Integrative Reports collaboratively with the team; advise and edit as needed
• Collaborate with teachers to plan and co-lead group activities in the classroom when within your domain
• Recommend and implement therapeutic programs into the classroom and assist/train staff in how to use them
• Provide classroom staffing support as needed
• Participate in arrival/dismissal duties as needed
• Provide staff and parent in-services as needed
• Contribute to schoolwide website as needed

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Thorough understanding of therapy procedures and management
• Ability to relate to children and reinforce therapy sessions
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate with the classroom team members
• Team-oriented approach with a positive work attitude

Planning and Recordkeeping

• Take daily anecdotal notes in regard to each student’s progress and/or behavioral data as needed
• Informal/Formal assessment of children:  collect evidence of outcome based curriculum assessment at least four times per year (October, January, June, and August) in all content areas and keep in a systematic way
• Write Mid-year and End-of-Year Integrative Reports collaboratively with team

Professional Requirements

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy
• New York State Occupational Therapy License
• Experience providing occupational therapy in a school setting

Physical Requirements

Employees must have the physical capacity to navigate the classroom and school environments in order to effectively meet the needs of our students.  Such physical requirements include but are not limited to:  walking, standing, sitting, climbing up and down stairs, kneeling, stooping, crawling, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting.  Employees must be able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for long periods of time to complete necessary paperwork.  Vision, with or without lenses, must be sufficient to read in both paper and digital formats.  Employees must have the ability to hear, read, write, and speak in English.

Professional Development

The school is a community of learners.  In addition to staff development and training at Gillen Brewer, employees are encouraged to pursue educational goals through conferences and various workshops.  Occupational Therapists are required to attend all staff development workshops and staff, team, and supervision meetings.  Staff is encouraged to attend many of the school functions listed on the school calendar.

Supervision and Support

The Department Head will oversee and analyze all aspects of the department through the use of observation cycles, in-office sessions, and team meetings.  Frequency of observations and feedback sessions will be determined by the Department Head.  Evidence of effectiveness will be collected through observations and discussions.

Other Requirements

You must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo a number of clearances including NYC DOE fingerprinting, a medical health form, a PCR test, and other background checks. 

To Apply

All applicants will be required to submit a resume, cover letter, and two reference letters. 

All applicants will be required to submit a resume, cover letter, and two reference letters.  Please submit materials directly via email to HR@gillenbrewer.com OR apply on Indeed.  Please indicate your name and the position of interest in the subject line of your email (i.e., Oleta Thurman – Occupational Therapist).

No telephone inquiries or recruiters please.  Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants.