Description

Duties and Responsibilities

•                    Plan, supervise and implement the program in accordance with agency policies & procedures, philosophy, mission, vision & values.

•                    Comply with California Code of Regulations Title 22 and Title 5 and Head Start Program Standards.

•                    Provide leadership, guidance and support to staff, children, and families.

•                    Oversee agency Infant and Toddler Programs in PITC, PITC Curriculum Environmental Rating Scales (ITERS), CLASS, Teaching Pyramid and Desired Results System.

•                    Oversee and support program staff in planning, implementing, and evaluating curriculum and assessments.

•                    Schedules and conducts center and classroom observations and provide feedback.

•                    Collects data using research-based instruments, such as environmental rating scales (ERS), DRDP, CLASS through classroom observations.

•                    Regularly perform analysis of program quality by center and recommend strategies for improvement.

•                    Direct research, data gathering, and analysis to support maintenance of existing programs and/or recommend adjustments as needed.

•                    Plan agency, center, and classroom specific training based on results of data collected, observations, and summary of findings.

•                    Work directly with Program Quality coaches and Program Director to Identify coaching needs based on data collection and observations.

•                    Organize and facilitate meetings, training and workshops for Site Directors and program staff.

•                    Provide training, mentoring and support to staff on an ongoing basis.

•                    Provide leadership in developing and directing a viable parent involvement component.

•                    Determine with the Program Director what is needed for staff development days, ensuring that it meets the agency and program needs.

•                    Work with the Program Director to ensure ongoing, continuous quality improvement of the Program at center and agency level.

•                    Assist the Program Director in the development of current and long-range objectives, plans, and policies for the Program Department.

•                    Analyze studies of operational programs, evidenced based research, national, state, and local trends and  conditions and their impact on the organization’s policies and procedures; ensuring these are incorporated in the annual planning process.

•                    Ensure necessary reports and paperwork are completed accurately and submitted within the given timeframe.

•                    Represent agency at community functions as needed.

•                    Communicates with administrators and outside organizations to coordinate trainings and workshops.

•                    Recruit and interview center-based staff as necessary.

•                    Maintain and encourage positive relationships with staff.

•                    Maintain and encourage professional, open, and ongoing communication with staff.

•                    Maintain the confidentiality of children, families, and staff.

•                    Advises Program Director on Program goals and objectives.

•                    Provide support to Program staff as directed by the Program Director.

•                    Other duties as assigned by Program Director, Chief Executive Officer, or Chief Financial Officer.

Health and Safety

•                    Ensure the health and welfare of children and staff is maintained at all times.

•                    Mandated to report suspected child abuse.

•                    Ensure staff understand and follow agency procedures and reporting requirements related to health and safety standards, food handling, toileting of young children, hand washing, and universal precautions with exposure to blood.

•                    Report safety hazards and injuries immediately and ensure proper paperwork is completed in a timely manner.

Requirements

Skills and Abilities

•                    General knowledge of childcare including federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing childcare and safety; knowledge of sound techniques in all aspects of childcare and development.

•                    Trained in PITC, PITC Curriculum, CLASS, ERS, Teaching Pyramid, and DRDP or be willing to participate in training.

•                    Organized, creative, independent, self-motivated, enthusiastic, dependable, detail-oriented, flexible in scheduling based and prioritization, and driven by excellence.

•                    Must possess exceptional communication skills to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form, including accurate grammar and business correspondence knowledge.

•                    Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective business relationships; demonstrated ability to communicate in situations requiring tact and poise; skilled in confidentiality and discretion.

•                    Thorough knowledge of office administration including efficient filing systems, office machines and equipment, and computer software such as Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook (email & calendar).

•                    Skilled in customer service and employee relations.

•                    Must present a neat, professional appearance.

•                    Ability to adjust tasks and focus with composure, and in accordance with changing deadlines and priorities.

•                    Belief in working as a professional, cohesive team member.

•                    Respect diversity and embrace working with multi-cultural communities.

•                    Ability to define and solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.

•                    Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

•                    Must have own reliable transportation to travel to various locations.

Education and Experience

•                    Must be at least 18 years of age.

•                    Bachelor’s Degree (BA) required.

•                    Program Director Permit required.

•                    Three semester units in the care and development of infants is required for those who work with infants and toddlers.

•                    Must be in good health as verified by a current health screening, including a test for Tuberculosis performed under the supervision of a physician not more than one year prior to employment.

•                    Proof of up-to-date immunization records to include but not limited to Measles, Pertussis, Tuberculosis (every 4 years), and Influenza (annually).

•                    Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, criminal record, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Department of Justice (DOJ) clearance and child abuse index check prior to employment.

•                    Must possess California Driver’s License and meet minimum insurance requirements for personal vehicle and have a driving record which meets the standards set forth in Administrative Regulation 4532 and 4533. If current auto insurance has a “Business Use Exclusion” it will need to be removed from your policy.

•                    Current Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certificate from an approved vendor required.

•                    Completion of Mandated Reporter Training as per Assembly Bill 1207. Must be completed every 2 years.

•                    Completion of Community Care Licensing Child Care Orientation and Record Keeping Training.

•                    8 hours of Health and Safety Training to include Lead Training.

•                    Knowledge of regulations for Title XXII, Title V, Head Start, California Department of Education (CDE), Child Development Division Funding terms and conditions, Community Care Licensing.

•                    Supervisory experience necessary with Background in child development or early childhood education.

•                    Bilingual/Biliterate a plus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met (or may be encountered) by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

Physical Demands:

·         Requires employee, on a regular basis to do the following: stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, feel, reach with hands and arms, stoup, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, smell, lift 35 pounds or more, move safely and quickly across surfaces.

·         Requires employee, on occasion, to climb or balance.

·         Requires employee, on a regular basis, to use the following visually: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to judge distances.

·         Requires employee, on a regular basis, to use their hearing to: respond quickly to sounds, recognize alarms, and receive detailed information through oral communication.

·         Requires employee, on a regular basis, to repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

·         Requires employee, on a regular basis, to have dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.

·         Requires employee, on a regular basis, to access and navigate the organization’s centers and other agency facilities.

·         Requires employee, on a regular basis, to drive a vehicle to conduct work.

·         Requires employee to have the ability to wear personal protective gear correctly most of the day (as needed).

Work Environment:

·         Requires employee, on a regular basis, to work indoors in a noisy environment.

·         Requires employee, on occasion, to work outdoors in cold, wet, and heat conditions.

The above is intended to describe the duties and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be constructed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements.  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee is expected to work where needed without dedication to a specific location.  Employee will move from center to center on a regular basis.  We are open from 6:45am to 6:15pm Monday through Friday.  Employee must be able to work during this time frame.

This agreement does not affect your “at-will” employment with SJB Child Development Centers.  “At-will” meaning separation with or without notice for any reason not prohibited by law can be initiated by either party.

Summary

Under the supervision of the Program Director, provides overall management and oversees SJB Infant and Toddler Educational components.