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Early Childhood Site/Education Director

La Peninsula Community Organization
Date Posted: 03/29/2023
Location: Bronx, New York
Salary/Wage: $75,000 - $78,000 a year (Includes generous benefit package.)
Job Type: NOT_SPECIFIED
Work Arrangement: NOT_SPECIFIED

Description:

The Site/Education Director is responsible for the center's day-to-day operation. S/he oversees the facility and education component and works on a collaborative management team to ensure their site is aligned with the Agency's overall mission. The Site/Education Director's duties include and are not limited to the following:

Responsibilities

    Ensure the site follows all licensing requirements.

    Manage facility to ensure the health and safety of the school community.

    Maintain and enforce quality standards of Early Childhood Education designed to meet all children's educational, emotional, physical, and social needs.

    Oversee the on-site and remote learning program for all students.

    Supervise all staff and volunteers assigned to their site.

    Develop and support the professional development needs of their staff.

    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.

    Collaborate with the Delegate Agency Policy Committee (DAPC) to recruit and interview applicants for open positions at the childcare center.

    Encourage and support the parent's role as the primary educator of their children and engage in parent programming.

    Maintains accurate and updated records on children and staff in a well-secured storage area.

    Implement and enforce Agency's established procedures

    Create and maintain a collaborative and motivating environment for staff and families on and off site.

Qualifications:

  • NYS State Certification (Birth to 2nd Grade)
  • M.A. or M.S. Degree from an accredited college in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or similar content area.
  • Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience
  • Minimum of five years of experience as a Lead Teacher working with children aged 3- 5 years old
  • Bilingual preferred: (Spanish, French, Arabic)
  • Knowledge of principles and practices of Administration, Training, and Supervision
  • Knowledge of DOH Article 47 rules and regulations
  • Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards
  • Must be COVID-19 vaccinated
Minimum Education Level: NYS Teacher Certification
Preferred Education Level: NYS Teacher Certification

Application Instructions:

Please send a cover letter and resume to HR@lapen.com. We look forward to hearing from you! 

Additional Information:

La Peninsula Community Organization, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer PLEASE NOTE: Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.


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