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Stamford Museum & Nature Center Preschool Education
Seeking a Co-Teacher for 2008 - 2009 School year (September through May) To teach children and manage classroom with another co-teacher.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESONSIBILITIES:
Coordinates all duties and responsibilities with co- teacher to include: development of curriculum based on resources available at SMNC, preparation of daily lesson plans, keeping attendance records, direction of other staff in classroom, change in classroom materials.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & ESSENTIAL SKILLS:
  • Experience with curriculum development for early childhood age group
  • Must act with discretion and have a keen understanding of confidentiality.
  • Ability to define goals, meet urgent deadlines, organize, and prioritize classroom activities
  • Maintain professional demeanor providing information to families concerning their children.

    SPECIALIZED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Must meet State of CT requirements to be a Head Teacher as defined by the state
  • Minimum: Child Development Associate
  • Preschool experience a plus
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills with the ability to interact effectively with parents    and peers
  • Strong interpersonal skills. Must be a "team player"
  • Ability to innovate and initiate.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Windows environment
  • Must be comfortable in the outdoor environment and use the outdoor environment on a regular basis    to support curriculum
  • Comfortable with animals and willingness to learn how to handle certain animals to enhance    curriculum and use both in the classroom and outdoor exploration
  • Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus

    To express interest in these positions e-mail your resume to
    kcombs@stamfordmuseum.org or mail to:

    K. Combs
    Stamford Museum & Nature Center
    39 Scofieldtown Rd.
    Stamford, CT 06903

    Please detail your educational certifications required by the state, two references and your salary expectations.



    Stamford Museum & Nature Center Preschool Education
    Seeking Part Time Assistant Teachers for 2008 - 2009 school year (September through May)

    Provides support and help in the classroom as directed by the Head Teacher or Co-teacher who is designated by the Head of Early Childhood Education.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
    Assist Head Teacher or Co-teacher on a daily basis with classroom responsibilities

    QUALIFICATIONS & ESSENTIAL SKILLS:
  • Must possess a maturity to have professional, respectful demeanor with parents, children and staff
  • Must act with discretion and have a keen understanding of confidentiality.
  • Must be comfortable in the outdoor environment.
  • Comfortable with animals and willingness to learn how to handle certain animals to enhance curriculum
  • Be aware of current happenings at SM&NC

    SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE & REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must meet State of CT requirements to be an Assistant Teacher as defined by the state
  • Preschool experience a plus
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Must be a "team player"
  • Strong desire to use the outdoor environment on a regular basis to support curriculum.
  • Love and respect for the natural world
  • Comfortable with live animals in the classroom and outdoors.
  • Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus

    To express interest in these positions e-mail your resume to
    kcombs@stamfordmuseum.org or mail to:

    K. Combs
    Stamford Museum & Nature Center
    39 Scofieldtown Rd.
    Stamford, CT 06903

    Please detail your educational experience, two references and your salary expectations



    VISITOR SERVICES GALLERY OR GATE ATTENDANT

    Stamford Museum & Nature Center is looking for Part Time employees for our Visitor Services staff.

    Visitor Services Responsibilities include welcoming the public, providing information about the Museum's activities and exhibitions and directing visitors to locations, activities and events. You will become knowledgeable about the exhibitions and all other aspects of our offerings, engaging in conversation with the public in a positive, informed manner.

    Responsibilities may include ensuring the care of museum exhibits; paying special attention to the objects that should not be touched by the public, taking admission fees or checking membership status, selling memberships, handling phone inquiries from the public and assisting with merchandise sales. Must be able to handle cash box and cash reconciliation.

    May help with set-up for special events or receptions that involve the exhibition galleries or the Great Hall and must maintain order, cleanliness, and neatness of hands-on activity areas and lobby. A lively work environment, these positions requires flexibility, strong interpersonal skills and a customer service orientation.

    Part time hours available are primarily daytime weekends to include Holidays, Family Days and Special Events generally covering less than 25 hours per week.

    To express interest in these positions e-mail your resume to
    kcombs@stamfordmuseum.org or mail to:

    K. Combs
    Stamford Museum & Nature Center
    39 Scofieldtown Rd.
    Stamford, CT 06903


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