Overview
The Education/Site Director is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the center.
S/he oversees both the facility and education component and works on a collaborative managerial team to ensure their site is aligned with the Agency’s overall mission. The Education/ Site Director’s duties include and are not limited to:
Responsibilities
Ø Ensure the site follows and is in compliance with all licensing requirements.
Ø Manage facility to ensure the health and safety of the school community.
Ø Maintain and enforce quality standards of Early Childhood Education designed to meet the educational, emotional, physical, and social needs of all children.
Ø Oversee the on-site program for all students.
Ø Supervise all staff and volunteers assigned to their site.
Ø Develop and support the professional development needs of their staff.
Ø In collaboration with Family Service Dept., participate in the recruitment and maintenance of enrollment at their site which includes devising strategies to increase and maintain enrollment throughout the year.
Ø Collaborate with the Delegate Agency Policy Committee (DAPC) to recruit and interview applicants for open positions at the childcare center.
Ø Encourage and support the parent’s role as the primary educator of their own children and engage in parent programming.
Ø Maintains accurate and updated records on children and staff in a well-secured storage area.
Ø Implement and enforce the agency’s established procedures
Ø Create and maintain a collaborative and motivating environment both on and off-site for staff and families.
Qualifications and Skills
Ø MANDATORY: NYS State Certification (Birth to 2nd Grade or Nursery-Grade 6 or Dual Special Education)
Ø MANDATORY: M.A. or M.S. Degree from an accredited college in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or similar content area
Ø Minimum of 3 yrs. supervisory experience
Ø Minimum of five years experience as a Lead Teacher working with children aged 3- 5 years old
Ø Knowledge of principles and practices of Administration, Training, and Supervision
Ø Knowledge of DOH Article 47 and associated procedures
Ø Knowledge of HeadStart policies and procedures
Spanish language preferred
Ability to navigate technology and virtual platforms preferred.