Center Director - Grand St Settlement : Job Details

POSITION TITLE: Center Director DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood LOCATION(S): 850-856 50th Street REPORTS TO: Senior Early Childhood Director SALARY RANGE:$80-85K (benefits include life insurance, 401k plan and vacation, personal and sick time-off)DATE: July 2024 SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 8 am-4 pm, or 9 am-5 pm. Schedule may vary due to program needs. JOB SUMMARY: Provide high-quality, culturally competent child development and program administrative services to Grand St. Settlement Early Childhood Programs. The Center Director manages teaching staff and comprehensive services for the successful operation of the program. NOTE: This is a Full Time Temporary position with an opportunity for Full Time Permanent at any of the GSS locations upon satisfactory completion of orientation period. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field Position requires a current New York State Birth-Grade 2 certification Excellent writing skills and computer proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel Must have demonstrated achievement in supervision and management, family and community partnerships and collaborating with diverse teams. Excellent computer skills PRE- EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Clearance through DOI and DOE Fingerprint Screening, NYS Central Registry, Sex Offender Registry clearance, 3 reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test, varicella, Tdap, MMR (fees may apply) Obtain Mandated Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with agency's policy and procedure regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect Obtain First Aid/CPR and Preventive Infectious Diseases certificate within the first year of employment. Meet all employee health requirements in Article 47 (DOHMH) and Head Start Performance Standards.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The Center Director shall be responsible for: Planning: Oversee and approve the preparation of daily lesson plans, including individual plans for each child including goal setting based on identified needs; Coordinating coverage and scheduling for center staff; Reviewing and approving time cards and approving staff vacation time, sick leave and compensatory time to ensure program coverage and effective program operation. Program Implementation: Ensure implementation of daily lesson plans in response to children's needs and interests incorporating observations, anecdotal record keeping, knowledge of early childhood development and the Developmental Continuum ERSEA -Working with the Family Services team to maintain maintain 97% of enrollment at all times under ERSEA requirements including approval of children's eligibility records Family Partnerships: Assist teaching staff in developing a system offering parents opportunities for enhancing and increasing their child observation skills Communication and Service Coordination: Lead regular team meetings and participate in case conferences, as necessary, to ensure service coordination across GSS Early Childhood Services Record Keeping and Reporting: Maintain filing, tracking and documentation systems for the early childhood education service area and ensure confidentiality of child and family records Ongoing Monitoring and Self-Assessment: Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards relating to the education service area. Participates in Annual Self-Assessment, Program Information Report (PIR), CACFP reporting, Community Assessment, Federal Reviews and Policy Council Meetings. Assist with monitoring of classroom environments regularly using formal and informal observation, implement researched and reliable tools (Environmental Rating Scales - ITERS/ ECERS and CLASS) Human Resources and Supervision: Provide ongoing verbal and written feedback consistent with the staff individual development plans for performance improvement- ensuring adherence to Head Start performance standards, and to plan and direct work; Collaborate and manage coaching implementation and professional development for all staff; Participate in the recruitment and selection of new hires for site Facilities: Ensure that facilities, materials, and equipment are safe, appropriate, and conducive to learning and reflective of the different ages and stage of development of each child, including children with disabilities in accordance with Head Start Program Performance Standards and DOHMH Article 47 regulationsHOW TO APPLY:Please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact at least two (2) professional references should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a search bar and apply online through our career center. No phone calls, pleasePlease be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through!EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)