Early Learning Center Director/Lead Teacher

Description:

PAY: $17-$20 per hour

SCHEDULE: TBD, Center is open 6:30am - 6:30pm

JOB STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt

RESPONSIBILITIES OVERVIEW:

Curriculum Support: Collaborate closely with the teaching team to ensure the effective implementation of our curriculum, fostering an enriching learning environment for our young learners.

Administrative Duties: Take charge of administrative tasks such as planning, organizing, and implementing childcare services. Exercise independent judgment and decision-making authority in areas such as budgeting, policy adherence, and staff training and supervision.

DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Community Engagement: Work alongside the marketing team to promote our center through open houses, events, and community outreach efforts, aiming to boost enrollment and meet local needs.
• Licensing Compliance: Manage operations in compliance with Office of Children and Family Service Day Care regulations, establishing a positive rapport with local OCFS licensors.
• Record-Keeping: Maintain comprehensive student records in accordance with OCFS requirements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations.
• Facility Management: Oversee the physical space, including procurement of supplies and developmentally appropriate equipment, adhering to ECERs guidelines.
• Staffing: Handle all aspects of staffing, from recruitment to training, ensuring a team of highly qualified individuals dedicated to providing top-notch care and service.
• Communication and Collaboration: Utilize HR and Registration platforms effectively to facilitate smooth operations. Foster open communication with staff, parents, and caregivers, providing resources and support as needed.
• Program Enhancement: Become proficient in ECERs, Creative Curriculum, and CLASS observations, integrating these tools into daily operations to enhance program quality.
• Parent Engagement: Schedule and conduct parent-teacher conferences biannually, offering guidance to staff and support to parents as required.

LEAD TEACHER JOB CONSISTS OF:

• Crafting Adventures: Develop and execute weekly plans, infusing age-appropriate lessons using the Creative Curriculum to ignite children's development across all domains.
• Building Bonds: Foster positive adult/child interactions using the CLASS method, ensuring every child feels seen, heard, and valued.
• Safety First: Guarantee the well-being of all children under your care, implementing standards outlined in ECERS/ITERS to maintain a safe and nurturing environment.
• Keeping Connected: Maintain open channels of communication with parents/caregivers via the Brightwheel App, email, and face-to-face meetings, because collaboration is key!
• Tracking Progress: Conduct ongoing developmental evaluations of children and organize regular parent conferences to discuss their growth, needs, and interests.
• Smooth Transitions: Guide families through the transitions from toddler to preschool and from preschool to kindergarten, ensuring every child feels supported every step of the way.
• Team Support: Keep Assistants in the loop with all classroom and program updates, providing training and guidance as needed to ensure everyone is on the same page.
• Continuous Learning: Dive into ongoing in-service and educational opportunities provided by Healthy Kids, because we believe in investing in your growth and development every step of the way.

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