Socio Emotional Learning and Math Specialist

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance

The SEL & Math Specialist is a push-in instructional specialist responsible for delivering high-quality Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Mathematics curriculum to children across all classrooms — Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers, and Pre-K Students. This role serves as a critical bridge between classroom instruction and whole-child development, using data-driven practices to support student growth in alignment with Cloud Early Pathways™. The SEL & Math Specialist plans and delivers developmentally appropriate lessons, coordinates with Lead Teachers, maintains detailed documentation, and collaborates closely with the Educational Director to ensure all children receive consistent, high-quality SEL and mathematics support.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Curriculum & Instruction
•  Deliver SEL lessons using Second Step and ED-provided curriculum across all assigned classrooms.
•  Deliver Math activities using Teaching Strategies GOLD and ED-provided curriculum across all assigned classrooms.
•  Plan all lessons during the embedded 1-hour Planning Block (9:30–10:30 AM) each day.
•  Post all lesson activities and materials on Playground App a minimum of one week in advance.
•  Ensure lessons are age-appropriate, engaging, and aligned with Cloud Early Pathways™ and program goals.
•  Maintain consistent lesson pacing — all push-in sessions are 15–20 minutes in duration.
•  Coordinate lesson timing and delivery with classroom Lead Teachers to support (not disrupt) existing routines.

2. Data, Assessment & Reporting
•  Observe and document individual student progress during all push-in sessions.
•  Enter assessment data and observational notes into the Playground App on a regular, ongoing basis.
•  Compile and submit student data reports to the Educational Director as requested.
•  Use data to inform lesson planning and identify students needing additional support or intervention.
•  Participate in data review meetings with the Educational Director as scheduled.

3. Playground App & Documentation
•  Post all planned activities, lessons, and student updates on the Playground App minimum one week prior to delivery.
•  Maintain up-to-date records of lessons delivered, student observations, and intervention notes.
•  Ensure all Playground App documentation is clear, professional, and family-facing ready.

4. Classroom Coverage 
•  Cover classrooms daily 
•  Supervise Family Style Eating; model table manners and positive mealtime conversation.
•  Lead and actively supervise outdoor play; ensure child safety at all times.

5. Operations & Supplies
•  Identify and report supply needs to the Operations team.
•  All supply requests must receive Educational Director approval prior to submission to Operations.
•  Maintain an organized inventory of curriculum materials and manipulatives.

6. Health, Safety & OCFS Compliance
•  Maintain required staff-to-child ratios at all times when providing classroom coverage.
•  Actively supervise children indoors and outdoors; never leave children unattended.
•  Follow all sanitation, hygiene, and safety procedures.
•  Report incidents and safety concerns promptly to the Educational Director.

7. Family Engagement & Communication
•  Post lesson activities and student highlights on the Playground App for family visibility.
•  Communicate professionally and responsively with families as needed.
•  Support a culturally responsive, inclusive environment that honors all families.

8. Professional Responsibilities
•  Arrive on time and fully prepared for all scheduled sessions.
•  Communicate proactively and professionally with the Educational Director and Lead Teachers.
•  Maintain confidentiality of all student and family information at all times.
•  Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and required training.
•  Model positive, nurturing, trauma-informed interactions with children at all times.
•  Uphold The CLOUD Development Network’s professionalism and conduct standards.