Employment

Music Teacher -- Part-Time

The Music Teacher, a Head Teacher position, is a critical part of a child’s learning experience at Gillen Brewer.  Providing opportunities for students to appreciate the art of music, the Music Teacher encourages students to develop their confidence and socialization skills by listening and participating in the music classroom.   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:	Music Teacher
Program:	Early Childhood / Elementary
Supervisor:	Program Director
Hours:	Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday; 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Calendar to Follow:	10-month Academic
FLSA Status:	Exempt
Starting:	September 1, 2021

Summary

The Music Teacher reports to the Program Director who reports to the Assistant Head of School.  Gillen Brewer expects the Music Teacher to act in a professional manner with regard to attire, attitude, participation, communication, and interactions with staff, children, and parents.  The Music 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 Music 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
Instruction and Assessment

• 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
• Individually address the students’ physical, emotional, sensory, academic, and language needs
• Create, follow, and implement educational goals and track progress on an ongoing basis and when required
• Prepare and lead music groups that are age-appropriate and highlight children’s strengths
• Encourage turn-taking, socialization, and self-expressiveness during music and play experiences
• Work closely with parents and teaching staff to aide in planning music activities according to a student's needs, capabilities, and interests
• Create well-thought-out lesson plans using assigned curriculum and student goals
• Use the Environmental Inventory to promote Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS) practice
• Collaborate with team members
• Provide lesson plans to the Program Director on a daily basis 
• Implement programs and strategies recommended by therapists
• Maintain parent communication
• Actively seek to include parents in the classroom activities
• Train and supervise volunteers and student teachers when needed
• Manage purchasing and maintenance of required program resources and materials
• Assist in other schoolwide initiatives such as bussing, arrival, dismissal and coverage

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 Associate Teachers
• Team-oriented approach with a positive work attitude
• Proficient with Google Drive and SMART Board technology

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) and keep in a systematic way
• Write Mid-Year and End-of-Year Integrative Reports collaboratively with team and advise and edit when writing is done by an Associate Teacher

Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Music (required); Master’s degree in Music (preferred) 
• 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, negative PCR Test result, 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 indicate your name and the position of interest in the subject line of your email (i.e., Miriam Towle – Music Teacher).

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

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.

Special Education Associate Teacher -- Full-Time

We have a Special Education Associate Teacher position available immediately.  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:	Immediately

 

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., Amanda Thompson -- Associate Teacher).

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.