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  • School Monitor
    School Monitor
    15 hours ago
    $17.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Midland Beach, Staten Island

    Job Title: School Monitor Schedule: Approximately 20 hours per week Job Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly Pay Rate: $17.50 per hour JOB DESCRIPTION United Activities Unlimited, Inc. (UAU) is a Staten Island-based community organization providing youth development, education, and community support services. The School Monitor supports Beacon, Cornerstone, COMPASS, and SONYC afterschool programs by maintaining safety, order, and security during program hours. This role focuses on supervising common areas such as hallways, stairwells, and restrooms to ensure a safe and orderly environment for youth participants and staff while supporting overall program operations. REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS · Must be at least 18 years of age · High School Diploma or GED required · Matriculated college student or higher from an accredited college or university preferred · One or more years of experience working with adolescents preferred · One or more years of experience in a school-based setting · Commitment to working from a strength-based perspective · Cultural competence and the ability to effectively engage diverse populations · Strong verbal and written communication skills · Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills · Ability to work independently and collaboratively · Willingness to take initiative and demonstrate flexibility · Must pass required reference checks and background clearances as required by DOH, DOE, DYCD, and UAU PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS · Ability to work both indoors and outdoors based on operational needs and weather conditions · Ability to sit, stand, walk, and occasionally run based on program needs · May require prolonged standing and walking during scheduled hours · Ability to remain in a stationary position for portions of the day · Ability to communicate clearly and exchange accurate information · Ability to observe details at close range EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER United Activities Unlimited, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). UAU is committed to creating an inclusive work environment and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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  • Administrative Assistant
    Administrative Assistant
    2 days ago
    $17–$25 hourly
    Part-time
    Glen Cove

    The Administrative Assistant provides essential administrative support to attorneys within the law firm. This position is responsible for making billing entries, managing legal documents, scheduling appointments, and handling other clerical duties. The ideal candidate shall be well-organized and detail-oriented. Key Responsibilities: • Billing Support: Assist in entering time and expense entries into Ebillity billing software, generating invoices, and tracking client payments., • Client Support: Greet clients, answer phone calls, take messages, and direct inquiries to the appropriate attorney., • Scheduling: Coordinate meetings, appointments, court dates for attorneys and staff. Maintain and update attorneys' calendars to ensure deadlines and appointments are met., • Office Organization: Maintain office supplies and ensure the office space is organized, and well-equipped., • Legal Research Assistance, if interested: Assist with basic legal research under the direction of attorneys., • Other Administrative Tasks: Perform general administrative duties, such as mailing, photocopying, faxing, filing, and scanning documents as necessary. Skills & Qualifications: • Education: High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or higher preferred. Paralegal certification or experience is a plus., • Skills:, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word) and billing software (e.g., Timetracker, Timeslip or Ebillity)., • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Attention to detail with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team., • Bilingual in Spanish/Chinese and English would be a plus

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  • Assistant Principal
    Assistant Principal
    1 month ago
    $80000–$90000 yearly
    Full-time
    Kew Gardens Hills, Queens

    Job Summary: This position is held by a qualified professional who directs, supervises, evaluates, and provides services to staff and students in the school as provided by New York State regulations and In accordance with New York State preschool standards and developmentally appropriate practice. Qualifications: · Bachelor’s degree or higher in elementary/early childhood general education · Master’s degree and NYS certification in Special Education · NYS certification in School Administration and Supervision · At least 5 years of classroom teaching and experience in early childhood special education Job Responsibilities: · Monitor teacher’s adherence to IEP goals and mandates, ensure that paperwork is updated in a timely manner · Review all teacher progress reports and report cards/student’s attendance · Ensure the health and safety of students and staff by monitoring school environment and staff interactions with children · Attend Team Meetings and parent meetings as needed and periodically to monitor effectiveness of meetings · Instruct teachers in creating lesson plans and review lesson plans on a weekly basis, providing feedback in necessary · Observe teachers, TAs, and students in the classroom to ensure effectiveness of instruction and appropriateness of activities and strategies · Participate in teacher meetings to communicate administrative information and facilitate best practice discussions · Participate in monthly TA meetings to communicate administrative information and facilitate best practice discussions · Participate in supervisor’s meetings to plan and monitor all areas of the educational program · Assist teachers in planning, implementing, and obtaining resources for thematic instruction · Communicate with therapists to ensure continuity of services and appropriateness of classroom interventions · Train new faculty in the policies and procedures of the program · Recruit, interview and select teachers, TAs, and therapeutic staff · Help teachers find and attend professional conferences · Coordinate enrollment of new students by working with the CPSE administrators; including touring parents, observing children, communicating with the CPSE, reviewing evaluations, and completing required paperwork to enroll students · Daily walk through of classrooms to monitor all aspects of instruction, intervention, safety, and health · Research new educational information and activities for teachers · Monitor bussing procedures · Monitor attendance and punctuality of staff · Develop class rosters and staffing assignments in July and August · Assist in planning and implementing events such as workshops, parent orientation, parent conferences, graduation, and other school-wide events · Monitor and approve materials and equipment orders · Monitor and approve requests for personal/sick days and late arrival and early dismissal of staff · Directing staff and facilitating communication with parents during emergencies · Daily planning and debriefing meetings with principal · Serve as a role model for student and staff in demonstrating positive attitudes, appropriate attire and grooming and effective work ethic · Participate in school-wide projects/committees · Monitor 611-619 and maintaining records · Complete formal/informal teacher performance observations · Disseminate new IEP’s and reports to Administrative and Educational staff · Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines · Perform any duties and responsibilities that are within the scope of employment, as assigned by their supervisor and not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation · Notify school of absences due to illness, emergency leave, normal vacation periods, or professional meetings that will affect agreed upon services in the school · Treat all children with dignity and respect · Attend 3-5 evening orientation/conference events with parents · Must be able to lift 40 pounds

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  • Hospitality Assistant
    Hospitality Assistant
    2 months ago
    $20–$25 hourly
    Part-time
    Ridgewood

    The Concierge Associate is the ultimate guide through the guests’ experience when planning events at The Woman’s Club of Ridgewood ( (WCOR). Event Rental income helps maintain expenses and allows us to give to charity, which requires a special person to create the experience. As an Concierge Assistant you will be assuming the role of tour guide, communicator, entertainer, and event planner. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in the Hotel Travel Industry. Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a flexible work schedule to allow members to maintain a healthy work balance. • Greeting guests., • Answering questions - accurately and politely., • Answering the phone., • Understanding of Quickbooks and invoicing, • Directing guests to areas/restrooms., • Demonstrating knowledge of the technical products., • Determining guests’ needs - by actively engaging them in 1-on-1 conversations and informing guests of product features & benefits., • Suggestive selling - using proven techniques (i.e., related items, higher-quality items, transitional phrases)., • Maintaining a clean and organized supplies, • Maintaining proper product stock levels – through retail pulls & inventories., • Performing opening, closing & side duties –, • Assuring the complete satisfaction of each and every guest., • Creating memorable experiences. This job description reflects the position’s essential functions; it does not encompass all of the tasks that may be assigned. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND SKILLS • Remaining calm in a hectic, fast-paced atmosphere., • Demonstrating a high level of organization, attention-to-detail and a sense-of-urgency., • Displaying a positive and outwardly friendly attitude toward guests. PHYSICAL DEMANDS • Ability to move monitor events for extended periods of time., • Ability to sit set up tables and chairs, • Ability to express or exchange ideas verbally, • Manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and ability to work with hand above shoulders., • Ability to occasionally, regularly, frequently move objects (lift, push, pull, balance, carry) up to 10 pounds., • Ability to turn or twist body parts in a circular motion., • Ability to tolerate exposure to heat, cold, cleaning chemicals, and loud/noisy environment., • Available to be onsite within 30 minutes ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS • Able to be on site within 30 minutes a MUST, • Maintaining a well-groomed appearance, • Following all Board of Health uniform guidelines., • Practicing all general safety & sanitation standards., • Recycling products, where possible. Closing: The Woman’s Club of Ridgewood is an equal opportunity employer. We live our motto be kind to ALL – SERVE ALL, and strive to foster an inclusive workplace culture for every team member.

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