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**About us**:
Just Kids is a group of specialized preschools in Suffolk & Nassau County, Long Island, NY. Serving children with a wide range of disabilities from three to five years of age. Just Kids believes that all areas of development are interrelated and interdependent and that learning occurs at different rates for different children and that the child’s early learning environment and experiences significantly impact on their lifelong development.

**Benefits & Pay**:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. 401(k) & Life insurance

Competitive compensation. (Salary will be commensurate with experience.)

**Position Details**:
We are seeking a Curriculum Coordinator for our Lindenhurst Site who is passionate and self-motivated to join our team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Curriculum and Resource Management
- Assist in the implementation of the Creative Curriculum and FUNdations, including adaptations for diverse learning needs and profiles.
- Collect and review weekly lesson plans and newsletters from each classroom and serve as the facilitator of My Teaching Strategies GOLD.
- Coordinate the implementation of Units of Study, including organizing monthly material distribution, co-planning, brainstorming, and maintaining material inventory.
- Provide support for gym/gross motor development activities and special events as requested by building administration.
- Maintain the Resource Center in a highly organized and user-friendly condition for easy access by the school community.
- Submit suggestions for classroom materials and inventory classrooms for necessary furniture and materials.

Administrative and Operational Duties
- Manage student and teacher accounts on SeeSaw, including the distribution of Home Learning Codes to support home-school communication.
- Oversee the ordering and distribution of art supplies, manage the Art Closet, and handle associated paperwork for deliveries.
- Prepare and monitor the availability of musical instruments on the music cart in the Library.
- Supervise substitute teachers after school in maintaining the Library space and engage them in curriculum-related special projects, as needed (e.g., creating visual supports for classrooms).

Community and School-Wide Engagement
- Coordinate and promote participation in school-wide events and activities.
- Engage community resources and the Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) for school-wide events and curriculum initiatives.
- Support Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging within the curriculum and school community by providing inclusive materials, lessons, and professional development opportunities.
- Communicate clearly and regularly with the school community regarding curriculum updates, events, and activities.

**Qualifications**:

- NYS Certification
- Knowledge of and experience with the Creative Curriculum, FUNdations, and Developmentally Appropriate Practice

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance

Grade school specialties:

- Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person