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Overview:At Acosta; we work with major consumer brands (CPG). These Retail Coverage Merchandisers represent our clients in major retailers. What we offer! - Job Stability - Acosta is a full-service sales; marketing and service company established in 1927. With over 90 years of experience; we are the sales and marketing powerhouse behind the most recognized brands. We are a proven resource for top retailers across the U.S. and Canada. - Paid Time Off - Acosta provides paid time off for both FT and PT associates. - Benefits - Acosta offers all FT and PT associates a complete core benefits package including medical; dental; and vision options. - Acosta also offers several voluntary benefits to both FT and PT associates including life; disability; critical illness and more. - Acosta offers both FT and PT associates a 401(k) savings plan. Responsibilities:Why the Retail Merchandiser job? Our Merchandisers: - Work with technology collecting and reporting data from store visits with a company furnished tablet. - Maintain full distribution and display of products in assigned accounts. - Clean; stock; rotate and price merchandise; as appropriate. - Perform audits such as checking date codes and ensuring adherence to approved plan-o-gram integrity. - Follow store policies and procedures while being an expert for the clients you represent. - Consult with management in a timely manner; meet objectives and goals as assigned; and report store level observations related to client product and Customer needs. - Are the advocate for the client through sales opportunities and shelf work through building relationships through stores and...- So much more! Qualifications:Why you? Qualifications: - Have a High School Diploma or GED. - You are experienced; comfortable; and able to utilize technology (i.e. Smart Phones and handheld devices) to interpret instructions to build displays. - Enjoy being physically active and can lift 60 pounds; stand and walk for long periods of time; and lift and bend to low/high levels in order to reach product. - Experience with a palette jack a plus. - Have a valid driver's license; and have reliable transportation with the ability to drive a car to and from multiple locations throughout your workday. - You have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly communicate verbally and written with others; read; comprehend; and execute documented instructions. - If you happen to have Retail or Sales experience already; even better! Acosta Sales &amp; Marketing is an Equal Opportunity Employer By submitting your application you agree with and accept the Acosta Privacy Statement and Terms of Conditions. US: <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/DVGTCAnx7fBWPQECX8xXt?domain=acosta.jobs/" target="_blank">https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/DVGTCAnx7fBWPQECX8xXt?domain=acosta.j…</a> Canada: <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/cTcyCBgy7C04kG8hPT0fz?domain=acosta.jobs/" target="_blank">https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/cTcyCBgy7C04kG8hPT0fz?domain=acosta.j…</a> .
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Preschool Teacher
Burlington, CT

We’re hiring immediately!  Cadence Academy Preschool, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Preschool Teacher to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood education to our team of kind, caring Teachers and staff. 
Our schools are staffed with people who are talented, fun, and genuinely enthusiastic about child development and learning. We encourage collaboration and cherish open-communication in each school and with our corporate office.  We work hard to create an outstanding work-life balance by supporting our staff members every step of the way. 
Enjoy the many benefits of working at Cadence Education:
<ul><li>Competitive compensation</li>
<li>50% childcare tuition discount</li>
<li>Educational and professional development</li>
<li>Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including:</li>
<li>Paid time off that increases with seniority</li>
<li>Medical, dental, vision options available</li>
<li>Additional life, disability, and retirement plans</li>
<li>Tuition reimbursement</li>
<li>Company-paid life insurance</li>
<li>Paid holidays</li>
</ul>SAFETY FIRST: The health and safety of every person in our schools is our primary concern. We are taking every precaution to prevent potential exposure or spread of COVID-19 within our schools. We are actively partnering with local health departments and closely following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Cadence Education is one of the premier early childhood educators in the United States, operating over 275 private preschools and elementary schools across 30 states. With over 29 years in business, we have developed an unparalleled expertise in preparing students to thrive in the next step of their childhood.
Our overall mission is to provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. This mission can only be accomplished through a team of passionate childcare professionals who combine their talents to provide an unparalleled level of care and compassion for children and their families. Our research-based curriculum and home-based environments are the leading edge of early education.
 #PR

Preschool Teacher

Preschool Director
Canton, CT
We’re hiring immediately!  Cadence Academy Preschool, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Preschool Director to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood education to our team of kind, caring Teachers and staff. 
Our schools are staffed with people who are talented, fun, and genuinely enthusiastic about child development and learning. We encourage collaboration and cherish open-communication in each school and with our corporate office.  We work hard to create an outstanding work-life balance by supporting our staff members every step of the way. 
Enjoy the many benefits of working at Cadence Education:
<ul><li>Competitive compensation</li>
<li>100% childcare tuition discount</li>
<li>Educational and professional development</li>
<li>Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including:</li>
<li>Paid time off that increases with seniority</li>
<li>Medical, dental, vision options available</li>
<li>Additional life, disability, and retirement plans</li>
<li>Tuition reimbursement</li>
<li>Company-paid life insurance</li>
<li>Paid holidays</li>
</ul>SAFETY FIRST: The health and safety of every person in our schools is our primary concern. We are taking every precaution to prevent potential exposure or spread of COVID-19 within our schools. We are actively partnering with local health departments and closely following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Cadence Education is one of the premier early childhood educators in the United States, operating over 275 private preschools and elementary schools across 30 states. With over 29 years in business, we have developed an unparalleled expertise in preparing students to thrive in the next step of their childhood.
Our overall mission is to provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. This mission can only be accomplished through a team of passionate childcare professionals who combine their talents to provide an unparalleled level of care and compassion for children and their families. Our research-based curriculum and home-based environments are the leading edge of early education.
#CR
#PR

Preschool Director

Position                               Director,Major and Individual Giving
Status                                 FullTime
Department                         Development
Location                              EastNorwalk, CT
SeriousFun Children’s Network, founded by PaulNewman, is a growing global community of independentlymanaged and financed camps and programs, which have come togetherwith a common purpose – to provide transformative experiences tochildren with serious illnesses and their families, free of charge.Through our 30 camps and programs around the world, SeriousFunreaches more than 150,000 children and families annually. Learnmore at <a href="http://www.seriousfun.org/" target="_blank">www.seriousfun.org</a>
About us: The SeriousFun Support Center islocated in East Norwalk CT. Our team of 30 staff members providessupport services to SeriousFun camps and partnership programsaround the world in order to ensure program and operationalexcellence, create awareness for the camps worldwide, and fosterthe continued growth of the Network as a whole.
SeriousFun is committed to fostering and ensuring a culture andenvironment that values the experiences, knowledge, and voices ofall those who work to carry out our mission. We are continuallyfocused on bringing our core principles of diversity, equality, andinclusion to life by embracing individual talents and experiencesand encouraging ongoing learning and understanding.
The purpose of our job posting is to provide an overview ofthe responsibilities and qualifications needed for this roleand what it’s like to work with us. If this sounds like thework you would like to do - and if we sound like a non-profit thatyou would like to work for - then please apply evenif you don’t match 100% of the job description.

This position is perfect for you if:
You are an experienced, creative and strategic fundraisingprofessional with excellent written communication and networkingskills. This position requires an individual who is poised, able tocommunicate and work effectively with a portfolio of donors,comfortable with communicating/influencing with a variety of levelsin companies and at SeriousFun, with a successful track record ofmanaging relationships with a broad spectrum of individuals.
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Director, Majorand Individual Giving is responsible for planning, budgeting, andraising funds in the major, planned, and individual givingportfolios. The Director will develop comprehensive annual plansfor both areas that include strategies to identify, cultivate,solicit, and steward individual donors, to increase giving at alllevels supported by a multi-channel, donor-centric approach. TheDirector will be responsible for managing a portfolio of Major Gift(MG) and Planned Gift (PG) prospects and donors and work to retainand upgrade their giving and involvement with SeriousFun Children’sNetwork.
The individual in this role will be required to work inour Norwalk, CT office 3 days per week, with the ability to workremotely 2 days per week.
Essential Responsibilities:
1) Major Gift Officer (60% of time)
<ol><li>Design and lead SeriousFun’s major gift and individual givingprograms including the creation of an annual strategy, revenue, andexpense</li>
<li>Responsible for setting and meeting annual revenue targets andfor providing regular progress updates to executive leadership andthe SeriousFun Board of Directors, as</li>
<li>Identify, research, and qualify Major Giving (MG) and PlannedGiving (PG) prospects and donors that represent MG or PG</li>
<li>Engage senior leadership and the board in identifying,cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual</li>
<li>Create and implement moves management (MM) plans for assignedMG and PG</li>
<li>Develop and present presentations, proposals, andreporting</li>
<li>Lead monthly MG prospect meetings with senior</li>
<li>Manage people, process, deadlines, and budget while adhering tothe policies and procedures of the organization. Collaborate withChief Executive Officer, Chief Development Officer, AdvancementCommittee, Development and Finance teams.</li>
<li>Establish and maintain appropriate files of biographical andfinancial information, as well as, funding priorities, applicationguidelines and deadline dates in Raisers Edge, our system of</li>
</ol> 2) Individual Giving (Mass appeals andsmaller gifts) (25% of time)
<ol><li>Oversee Senior Manager, Individual Giving, who is responsiblefor creating and executing plans to achieve annual fundraisingtargets via mass appeals (primarily via postal mail and email) andsome personal donor contact.</li>
<li>Ensure an appropriate mix of Individual Giving strategies areimplemented to acquire, retain, upgrade, and engage IndividualGiving level donors.</li>
<li>Identify donors with capacity and propensity to give at higherlevels, as prospects for Major</li>
</ol> 3) Management / Collaboration (15% oftime)
<ol><li>Serve as a member of the senior development team, workingcollaboratively with the Chief Development Officer, Director,Corporate Partnerships, and Director, Special Events to identifyfunding opportunities that meet the needs of Major and IndividualGiving</li>
<li>Collaborate with other Development, Marketing/Communication,Program/Evaluation and Finance/Administrative staff to ensurecoordination of</li>
<li>Participate in appropriate SeriousFun Director-level meetingsto ensure cross departmental collaboration and knowledgesharing</li>
</ol>Competencies:
<ul><li>Job-Specific Skills, Knowledge and Ability: Demonstrating theapplication of job-specific technical skills, general knowledge,and/or abilities to add value</li>
<li>Authority and Accountability: Providing direction of processes,projects, programs, and people. Delegating responsibilities anddecisions appropriately. Being accountable for</li>
<li>Critical Thinking and Decision Making: Making decisions andsolving problems involving varied levels of complexity, ambiguity,and risk.</li>
<li>Planning and Organizing: Defining tasks and milestones toachieve objectives and ensuring the optimal use of resources tomeet those objectives.</li>
<li>Interpersonal Skills: Building and maintaining productive workrelationships, collaborating with others to achieve common goals,listening and communicating in a way that is inclusive, respectfuland supportive of others.</li>
<li>Adaptability: Adjusting one’s own behavior to work efficientlyand effectively in light of new information, changing situations,and/or different environments.</li>
<li>Prudence and Discretion: Using good judgement and taking greatcare in fulfilling one’s responsibilities and working with others;knowing when, what, how and to whom to communicate regardingsensitive information.</li>
<li>Leadership: Setting a positive example, encouraging andsupporting collaboration and teamwork, exhibiting humility, helpingothers achieve success, being honest and</li>
<li>Management: Mentoring, coaching and providing feedback,direction, development opportunities, and positive reinforcement toemployees. Inspiring commitment, providing vision, promoting andensuring alignment with organizational goals and values.</li>
</ul>Minimum Qualifications &amp; Job SpecificSkills
<ul><li>Education: Bachelor's Degree (e.g. BA, BS) or equivalent</li>
<li>Years of Relevant Work Experience: 7-10 years</li>
<li>Ability to cultivate and maintain good interpersonalrelationships across all levels of prospects, donors, and the</li>
<li>Excellent influencing, negotiating, communicating,project-planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>
</ul>Preferred Qualifications &amp; Job-SpecificSkills
<ul><li>Experience in working in NGO’s or other non-profitorganizations, particularly those with federated/networkedstructures.</li>
<li>10+ years relevant work experience.</li>
<li>Customer service / stakeholder management</li>
</ul>Company Culture, Perks and Benefits – pleaseread Our Philosophies <a href="https://seriousfun.org/employment-opportunities/" target="_blank">here</a> to geta sense of what’s important to us.
<ul><li>Fun, respectful, and collaborative environment</li>
<li>Professional Development opportunities (online and companyfacilitated offerings)</li>
<li>Respect for your non-working time (in Eastern Standard Time)unless under special circumstances, we limit contacting staff onevenings and</li>
<li>30+ paid time off for you to enjoy as you see fit, includingvacation days, holidays, opportunities to volunteer at a SeriousFuncamp.</li>
<li>Paid time off for family, medical, and civic serviceneeds.</li>
<li>Company sponsored retirement 403b plan after one year ofcontinued</li>
<li>New office located in a fully renovated mixed-used buildingwith great onsite (free)</li>
<li>Steps away from the East Norwalk train station</li>
</ul>Company Culture, Perks and Benefits – pleaseread Our Philosophies <a href="https://seriousfun.org/employment-opportunities/" target="_blank">here</a> to geta sense of what’s important to us.
<ul><li>Fun, respectful, and collaborative environment</li>
<li>Professional Development opportunities (online and companyfacilitated offerings)</li>
<li>Respect for your non-working time (in Eastern Standard Time)unless under special circumstances, we limit contacting staff onevenings and</li>
<li>30+ paid time off for you to enjoy as you see fit, includingvacation days, holidays, opportunities to volunteer at a SeriousFuncamp.</li>
<li>Paid time off for family, medical, and civic serviceneeds.</li>
<li>Company sponsored retirement 403b plan after one year ofcontinued</li>
<li>New office located in a fully renovated mixed-used buildingwith great onsite (free)</li>
<li>Steps away from the East Norwalk train station</li>
</ul>Benefits are subject to change
Compensation is commensurate with experience and relevantlabor market comparisons.

Director, Major and Individual Giving

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, Inc. (TMA or theAquarium) seeks a Senior Manager of Events andCommunity Engagement, responsible for conceiving, creatingand executing compelling events at the Aquarium. This individualalso generates community goodwill by representing the Aquarium atoff-site events, trade shows, conventions, etc.

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND 
The mission of The Maritime Aquarium is to inspire people of allages to appreciate and protect the Long Island Sound ecosystem andthe global environment through living exhibits, marine science andenvironmental education. For more than 34 years, theAquarium has played a significant role in shaping the landscape ofNorwalk and the region. The second largest family attraction inConnecticut, and 50 miles from New York City, theAquarium historically hosts nearly 400,000 guests annually. Itsprimary exhibits take guests on a voyage from the shallow saltmarshes and estuaries to the depths of the Long Island Sound andthe ocean beyond, culminating with habitats for sharks and harborseals. Altogether, the Aquarium is home to nearly 7,000animals and over 360 species in 75 exhibits. A new 4D Theateroffers a unique sensory film experience for guests. Its educationprograms introduce approximately 80,000 students, campers andscouts to marine and STEM education. The Aquarium isrecognized as a top aquarium in the nation, and is accreditedby the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. It is an activeparticipant in the local and regional community. The strengthof the Aquarium is its 60 full-timestaff, and part-time andseasonal staff, in addition to nearly 300volunteers, which contribute 28,000 hours annually. While thepandemic challenged the Aquarium in profound ways, the team’sresilience and creativity led to new ways to connect with thecommunity, and renewed optimism for the future.  
POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Vice President of Philanthropy and Engagement,the Senior Manager of Events and Community Engagement, isresponsible for working cross-functionally to conceive, create andexecute compelling (cultivation and fundraising) events at theAquarium. This individual also generates community goodwill byrepresenting the Aquarium at off-site events, trade shows,conventions, etc. and establishes and/or co-manages corporatepartners looking to engage in outreach activities.
 PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising and ‘Friend-raising’Events
<ul><li>Establish fundraising and ‘friend-raising’ event manual(s),processes, etc. in line with agency processes.</li>
<li>In coordination with the development team and SSA catering,plan and execute all fundraising and ‘friend-raising’ eventsincluding, but not limited to, the annual gala, annual golfclassic, and others TBD. Responsibilities include:</li>
<li>Serve as primary point of contact to internal and externalstakeholders, including event permitting if/as needed.</li>
<li>Create and manage event project plan and timeline.</li>
<li>Develop event specific budgets—in line with revenueprojections, manage to approved line items, track all revenue andexpenses, and process associated invoices.</li>
<li>Coordinate the event run-of-show; lead on logistics, throughevent execution.</li>
<li>Partner with the development team on solicitations, giftprocessing and acknowledgements.</li>
<li>Conduct vendor research for all elements (design, AV,entertainment, etc.), make hiring recommendations and manage onceon-board.</li>
<li>Ensure Aquarium staffing and assignments to relevantresponsibilities before, during, and after event.</li>
<li>Plan and oversee event debrief sessions with outlook planningfor following year.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Community Partnerships and EngagementEvents</li>
<li>Establish guidelines for partnership and relevant eventmanuals, processes, etc. in line with agency processes.</li>
<li>In partnership with development, marketing, guest services andothers, field inquiries from community partners and corporationsseeking engagement activities; conduct due diligence.</li>
<li>Work with partners to create meaningful opportunities toconnect the Aquarium:</li>
<li>In concert with development and marketing teams, createproposals (and agreements) with engagement opportunities andassociated benefits.</li>
<li>Manage and expand relationships with community partners.</li>
<li>In coordination with membership, ensure partners are up-to-dateon agreements by overseeing calendar of any corporatememberships/agreements.</li>
<li>Ensure partner relationship is sustained through ongoingcommunication and evaluation of needs and any possiblereports/updates.</li>
<li>Attend community partner events as a representative of theAquarium, both internally and externally.</li>
<li>Oversee and manage all Community Partnerships and EngagementEvents in line with activities outlined in Point #1.</li>
<li>Partner internally to design and execute all Aquarium-sponsoredevents, in line with activities outlined in Point #1.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Other</li>
<li>Support logistics of press and staff events as requested.</li>
<li>Support/lead special projects as requested.</li>
</ul>QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience
<ul><li>Minimum of 5 years relevant and progressive experience.</li>
<li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Marketing or relatedfield.</li>
<li>Experience in a non-profit organization preferred.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to conceive and manage event details.</li>
</ul>Knowledge and Skills
<ul><li>Commitment to the Aquarium’s mission, with an appreciation forthe important role that the Aquarium plays in conservation,education and the life of a vibrant community.</li>
<li>Commitment to equity and social justice, and strong alignmentwith our organizational values.</li>
<li>An attitude of creativity, innovation, confidence andentrepreneurship, with an ability to inspire and motivateaudiences.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal skills across stakeholders including:staff, volunteers, trustees, vendors, talent, donors and others;works well within teams, strong collaborator.</li>
<li>Ability to prioritize the needs of the business in tandem withthe needs of the event and strong guest experiences.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Continuous improvement / problem solving mindset and way ofworking</li>
<li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and experience withfundraising databases.</li>
<li>Excellent organizational, project management and negotiatingskills.</li>
<li>Strong attention to detail</li>
<li>Willingness to work evenings, weekends and holidays asneeded.</li>
</ul>TO APPLY 
Please send a cover letter, CV and salary requirements toRosemarie Lombardi at <a href="mailto:rlombardi@Maritimeaquarium.org" target="_blank">rlombardi@Maritimeaquarium.org</a>,with Senior Manager of Events and Community Engagement in thesubject line of your email. 
The Maritime Aquarium is an equal opportunityemployer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals,regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged toapply.

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