director of early childhood

Lake Dillon Preschool

Job Summary The Executive Director leads the organization with a focus on supporting children, their families, and a safe, high-quality learning environment. This role advances the mission by ensuring excellent early childhood programs, maintaining regulatory compliance, and overseeing the center&rsquo;s financial and operational health. The Director works closely with the Board of Directors, staff, families, and community partners to foster a nurturing and thriving community.Primary Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide strategic direction aligned with the organization&rsquo;s mission and goals by guiding decision making, setting clear operational priorities, and modeling inclusive and accountable leadership.</li><li>Ensure organizational compliance with all state licensing, public health, and safety requirements by maintaining strong policies, monitoring implementation, and promoting consistent standards across the school.</li><li>Oversee overall school operations and staff structure, including role clarity, team coordination, staffing ratios, classroom transitions, and high quality program delivery in partnership with the Education Director.</li><li>Direct talent management and workplace culture through hiring, onboarding, performance management, and professional development that strengthens collaboration and growth.</li><li>Foster meaningful relationships with families and community partners through clear communication, responsive problem solving, and a welcoming enrollment experience.</li><li>Collaborate with the Finance Director to oversee budget alignment, tuition processes, financial tracking, and benefits strategy that supports recruitment and retention.</li><li>Advance program quality initiatives with the SEAL and Administrative team to support social emotional learning, inclusive practices, and strong classroom environments.</li><li>Coordinate fundraising and resource development efforts, including grant strategy, proposal oversight, reporting, and collaboration with Board and committee leadership.</li><li>Guide oversight of the school nutrition and food program to ensure regulatory compliance, responsible budgeting, and high standards for child health and safety.</li></ul>Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:<ul><li>Provide support as needed to keep the school running smoothly, including helping with classroom or daily operations when staffing gaps arise.</li><li>Work closely with the administrative team to coordinate schedules, staffing needs, and daily activities across the school.</li><li>Oversee the care and safety of the building, playground, transportation, and kitchen to ensure clean, safe, and healthy environments for children and staff.</li><li>Manage purchasing for the school, including classroom materials and supplies, by choosing high quality items and making thoughtful, budget aware decisions.</li><li>Support special projects, events, and new initiatives that help strengthen the preschool community and overall program.</li><li>Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support changing program and organizational needs.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>PDIS Credential Level 3 or higher</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Nonprofit Management, or related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred) or equivalent job experience</li><li>Three (3) or more years of leadership or management experience in early childhood education or nonprofit management</li><li>Knowledge of childcare licensing and nonprofit operations</li><li>Experience working with or reporting to a Board of Directors</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills</li><li>Must clear full background check and must pass health screening</li><li>Bilingual in English and Spanish, preferred</li></ul>Ideal Candidate<ul><li>Mission-driven leader, passionate about early childhood education</li><li>Collaborative, ethical, and community-focused</li><li>Skilled at balancing program quality with financial sustainability</li></ul>Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Executive Director - Lake Dillon Preschool

The Goddard School of Flemington, NJ

<div><div><div>The Goddard School&reg; located in Flemington, NJ is looking for a motivated, self-starter for a Director position at our School. The ideal candidate must have strong leadership skills, excellent communication skills, and a good understanding of a developmentally appropriate learning program for young children. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the ability to motivate and inspire others. 
</div><div>In The Goddard School&reg;'s unique and flexible learning environment, child development is about more than just reaching milestones. It&rsquo;s about turning everyday encounters into teachable moments, allowing children&rsquo;s interests to influence their learning experiences through a balance of academic, mental, physical, and social-emotional growth. 
</div><div>A leader in the franchised premium preschool industry, The Goddard School&reg; uses a professional approach to provide the highest standard of health and safety, to develop a lifelong love of learning. The Goddard School faculty is made of caring and dedicated teachers who understand each child&rsquo;s needs. The faculty members are highly qualified, early childhood educators who use their creativity and the state-specific learning outcomes as the basis for unique lesson plans brought to life in a fun and imaginative way. 
</div><div>The director's responsibilities include the following:</div>
<ul><li>Overseeing the operations of the School, specifically focusing on educational programming, relationship building, faculty training &amp; development, and quality assurance</li>
<li>Using a growth mindset to train, coach, and develop the School for the future</li>
<li>Developing strong relationships with our families</li>
<li>Managing a budget</li>
<li>Complying with state childcare licensing regulations</li>
<li>Projecting a positive and upbeat attitude while working in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Demonstrating highly effective organizational, time management, and multitasking skills</li>
<li>Having a genuine love for children and a strong commitment to education</li>
</ul><div>What We Offer:</div>
<ul><li>Competitive pay based on experience</li>
<li>Bonus opportunities</li>
<li>Comprehensive benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO)</li>
<li>A front-row seat to experience running a business with the owners on site &ndash; this could be a launchpad to owning your own School in the future</li>
<li>Continued focus on your professional development &ndash; our Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs)</li>
<li>State-of-the-Art facilities</li>
<li>Community outreach opportunities</li>
<li>Resource programs</li>
<li>Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry</li>
</ul><div>Qualifications:</div>
<ul><li>Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>An inspirational leader and team builder</li>
<li>Proactive about building relationships with new families and maintaining high enrollment to make sure the students have access to the best curriculum available</li>
<li>Organized and able to multitask, strategically resolves challenges, and has a great attitude</li>
<li>Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement</li>
</ul><div>About Goddard Schools</div>
<div>As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premiere spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington D.C. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. All Goddard Schools are held to high standards of education, care, and safety. We are proudly accredited by Cognia and Partnership for 21st Century Learning: A Network of Battelle for Kids.</div>
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Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.</div>

Director, Early Childhood Education/Preschool

Friends Center for Children

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Summary</h3>
The Human Resources Co- Director will play a critical role at Friends Center for Children as our organization continues to grow. The Human Resources Co- Director is responsible for overseeing recruitment, retention, orientation, career development, benefits management, succession planning, and compensation. They will partner with our executive team in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for accomplishing program goals and objectives. Our high-quality educators are at the heart of our work, and the Human Resources Co-Director will help us to sustainably grow our staff as we open new sites. The Human Resources Co- Director reports to the Program Director and Executive Director. The Human Resources Co-Director in partnership with the Program Director, will provide strategic leadership and communicate all program needs and updates to the executive management team. This position will work closely with our staff and our executive team to ensure a pr
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Duties</h3>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities 
In Partnership with the Program Director<ul><li>
Collaborates closely with other members of the leadership team to ensure continuity across program sites</li><li>
Manages program-related concerns (families, staff, community)</li><li>
Provides program-wide communications with the community when necessary, in conjunction with the Executive Director and Program Director.</li><li>
Collaborates with admissions on enrollment and recruitment</li></ul> 
Support of current personnel<ul><li>
Assist in communicating company policies and procedures. Promote understanding within the organization and across the school operations</li><li>
Direct preparation of Paychex payroll file for the purpose of ensuring payment of wages each pay period</li><li>
Support the performance review process; provide employees and managers with information about the process, policies, job duties, and process for promotion</li><li>
Administer employee benefit programs, answer employee questions, support claim resolution, and maintain related systems</li><li>
Lead employee recreation and recognition programs, keeping track of employee anniversary dates and contributing to positive staff morale/culture</li><li>
In partnership with the Executive Director, maintain employee handbooks and produce newsletters for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written references, and/or conveying information</li><li>
Attend all staff meetings and parent gatherings to stay involved and be knowledgeable about all aspects of the Center</li><li>
Plans and facilitates staff in-services and training on all topics for all NAEYC and licensing requirements, in collaboration with the Management Team</li></ul>
Hiring &amp; Onboarding<ul><li>
Serve as an ambassador for Friends Center, representing who we are as well as what we believe.</li><li>
Develop staffing proposals for meeting the needs of the organization as we grow</li><li>
Recruit for open positions and perform the full life cycle of recruiting activities, including sourcing and screening applicants, attending career fairs, maintaining recruiting systems, providing follow-through with candidates, and reporting recruiting statistics</li><li>
Direct employee background processes for the purpose of ensuring employees are in compliance with applicable state regulations.</li><li>
Lead employee onboarding activities and provide support to managers when integrating new hires into the organization</li></ul>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Requirements</h3>
Required Qualifications:<ul><li>
Undergraduate degree required, Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, Organizational Leadership, or Human Resources Management preferred</li><li>
Fluency in English</li><li>
Demonstrated interest in and familiarity with early childhood education</li><li>
Must possess the ability to work in a fast-paced and quickly growing-environment</li><li>
Passion for our mission and alignment with our values
</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
4+ years experience in early childhood education leadership and/or supervising employees</li><li>
Previous experience managing groups and/or individuals</li><li>
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with people</li><li>
Ability to communicate effectively and facilitate interactions</li><li>
Strong writing and editing skills</li><li>
Self-starter with excellent organizational and planning skills</li><li>
Ability to strategize and prioritize multiple responsibilities</li><li>
Attention to detail and timelines</li><li>
Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel and Google Suite as data management tools</li></ul>
Supervision and Accountability:<ul><li>
Responsible to the Program Director</li><li>
Works with the Administrative Team</li></ul>
Physical Requirements:<ul><li>
Vision and hearing within normal range so as to be able to provide sight and sound supervision.</li><li>
Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs.</li><li>
Ability to bend, sit on the floor for prolonged periods, and get up and down with ease.</li></ul>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Nice To Haves</h3>
<ul><li>Ripplng</li><li>
Google Drive and Suite</li><li>
Data entry software</li><li>
Facebook</li><li>
Human resource management software HRMS</li><li>
LinkedIn</li><li>
Microsoft Excel</li><li>
Microsoft Outlook</li><li>
Microsoft PowerPoint</li><li>
Microsoft Office</li><li>
Microsoft Word</li></ul>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Benefits</h3>
Compensation &amp; Benefits<ul><li>
Salary range: $55,000 - $70,000</li><li>
Employee child tuition discount: Up to $22,000 - FCfC offers care to employee children. Every effort will be made to ensure employee placements as soon as possible. Full-time employees who have children enrolled at Friends Center for Children and who are in good standing are eligible to receive a discount up to $22,000 on their tuition. The tuition discount is determined based on the amount of the tuition contract.</li><li>
Haven&rsquo;s Harvest Program: up to $100/week - FCfC offers free weekly food from Trader Joe&rsquo;s through Haven Harvest' Food Rescue program. Once per week, food is delivered to the Center giving families, staff and educators an opportunity to take home various food items.</li><li>
Professional Development: free professional development opportunities - FCfC offers free professional development opportunities for all staff members. All Staff create a professional growth plan with a team member. Professional development opportunities are paid for by Friends Center for Children.</li><li>
Emotional Hardship Program: Free Emotional Well-Being Support - FCfC offers free emotional well-being meetings with any teacher that endures an emotional hardship. All FCfC teachers have the opportunity to ask for emotional support to find external resources for further support and guidance.</li><li>
Health Insurance: FCfC will contribute 80% of the equivalent of a standard HMO individual coverage cost through our provider for our group health insurance program.</li></ul> 
 
 
<div>Salary : $55,000 to $70,000/Yr</div>
<div>Minimum Education : Bachelor's
</div><div>Job Type : Full Time</div>
<div>Category : Human Resources</div>
<div>Minimum Experience : 4 Yrs
</div><div>Location : New Haven, CT</div></div>

Human Resources Co-Director - Early Childhood Education

Acquire4Hire

<div>
 
 Summary
 
 
 
 The Assistant Director is responsible for assisting the Center Director in ensuring the health, safety, and quality of education for all children within the center's care. Under the direction of the Center Director, the Assistant Director collaborates with staff to ensure that curriculum and classroom activities are properly delivered, and that the needs of the students and the goals of the center are met appropriately.
 
 
 
 Duties
 
 
 
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 Assume duties of Center Director and Teachers as needed during their absence.
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 Collaborate with staff to ensure adherence to quality standards in accordance with Center guidelines and state and local requirements; implement improvements where needed.
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 Maintain communication with families and community through appropriate outreach activities.
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 Follow all center policies and state regulations.
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 Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
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 3 &ndash; 5 years of direct professional experience in an early childhood setting.
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 High energy.
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 Strong oral and written communication skills.
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 A strong understanding of child development.
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 Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
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 Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
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 Must clear full background check.
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 Must pass health screening.
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 Directors Credential
 
 
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 Nice To Haves
 
 
 
 Availability between 7am-6pm
 
 
 Transportation to our location: 10279 E. Colonial Drive Orlando Fl 32817
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 No weekends
 
 
 Flexible Schedule
 
 
 
 About Us
 
 
 
 We are a small childcare center on East Colonial looking for motivated teachers who want to inspire the children of our future! We are family owned and operated, we recently opened our doors in April 2023.
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Early Childhood - Assistant Director

Evergreen Children's Center

Job Summary We are seeking an energetic and visionary Director of Preschool to lead our early childhood education program with passion and purpose. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the development, implementation, and management of a dynamic preschool environment that nurtures young learners&rsquo; growth and curiosity. Your leadership will inspire a team of dedicated educators, foster a positive community atmosphere, and ensure the highest standards of educational excellence. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of early childhood education while promoting a vibrant, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for children and staff alike.Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and execute strategic planning initiatives to enhance preschool programs, ensuring alignment with educational best practices and community needs</li><li>Manage the preschool&rsquo;s operational aspects, resource allocation, and compliance with licensing regulations</li><li>Lead recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of teaching staff to cultivate a motivated and professional team</li><li>Oversee curriculum development to ensure engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences that support cognitive, social, and emotional development</li><li>Foster strong relationships with families to promote a welcoming and collaborative environment</li><li>Monitor program quality through regular assessments, feedback collection, and continuous improvement efforts</li><li>Ensure adherence to all safety standards, policies, and procedures to maintain a secure environment for children and staff</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>A minimum of 2 years directing experience is preferred</li><li>Proven management experience in education administration or early childhood program leadership</li><li>Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and budgeting within an educational setting</li><li>Extensive background in preschool or early childhood education with hands-on teaching experience preferred</li><li>Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire teams and build collaborative relationships</li><li>Knowledge of licensing requirements, accreditation standards, and best practices in early childhood education</li></ul>Join us as we create inspiring spaces where young minds can thrive! This role is perfect for passionate leaders committed to making a meaningful impact on early childhood development through innovative management and heartfelt teaching. This is a natured based preschool that is very dedicated to outdoor play!Benefits:<ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Childcare</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Director of Preschool

Rainbows End Childrens Center

Director of Preschool Bright Meadows Academy &ndash; Boise, ID$38,000&ndash;$46,000/year (based on experience) Full-time | Growth-focused leadership roleWhy Join Us?Bright Meadows Academy is looking for a strong, hands-on Director who loves working with children, leading a team, and building meaningful relationships with families. If you&rsquo;re ready to step into a leadership role where you can truly make an impact&mdash;this is it.<ul><li>Supportive ownership &amp; leadership team</li><li>Paid time off + paid holidays</li><li>Professional development &amp; career growth</li><li>Positive, family-oriented environment</li></ul>What You&rsquo;ll Do<ul><li>Lead daily preschool operations and team management</li><li>Ensure compliance with Idaho licensing regulations</li><li>Hire, train, and support teaching staff</li><li>Maintain high-quality classrooms and curriculum</li><li>Build strong relationships with families</li><li>Manage enrollment growth and retention</li><li>Oversee staffing schedules and classroom ratios</li></ul>What We&rsquo;re Looking For<ul><li>At least 2 years of childcare leadership experience</li><li>Strong leadership and communication skills</li><li>Organized, reliable, and hands-on</li><li>Passion for early childhood education</li><li>Master&rsquo;s Degree in Early Childhood Education(preferred, not required)</li></ul>Apply TodayIf you&rsquo;re a motivated leader ready to grow with a supportive team, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you!Apply now and join Bright Meadows Academy in shaping young minds every day.Pay: $38,000.00 - $46,000.00 per yearWork Location: In person

UNITED WAY MIAMI

<div>Description:

Salary Range: $79,286-$92,681 annually
Benefits (The Good Stuff)<ul><li>
3 WKS+ Vacation Paid*</li><li>
12 Paid Holidays</li><li>
12 PTO Paid Days</li><li>
Competitive Health Benefits Package</li><li>
Wellness Program Reimbursements up to $50/month</li><li>
Short Term Disability at NO COST</li><li>
Life Insurance &amp; AD&amp;D 2X Annual Salary at NO COST</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program</li><li>
Retirement Plan UP TO 6% Employer Funding</li><li>
Professional Development Opportunities</li><li>
Discounted On-Site Early Childhood Care</li><li>
Tuition Assistance for Early Education Degree</li><li>
Free Monthly Transit Card</li><li>Vacation amounts may vary based on roles, schedules, and years of service</li></ul>
Help us make a difference in our community. United, we are tackling complex issues and turning contributions into real change. We fight for equitable access to quality education, financial security, and the health of everyone in our community. Join our team and join us in the fight for a stronger Miami!
United Way Miami, Inc. is hiring a Senior Director, Early Head Start Child Care Partnership to join our team. As a Senior Director, Early Head Start Child Care Partnership, you will be responsible for assuring that all the Head Start program mandates and standards for excellence are met daily. This position assists in the development of the structure, systems, and procedures to facilitate this. In addition to operating responsibility for programmatic aspects of the program, it bears the responsibility of assuring that the program is strategically positioned for the future.
UWM is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Please visit our Career site homepage to view our EEO statement and Drug-Free policy
ROLE &amp; LEVEL: L5
GRADE: 10
EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:
Support the mission, vision, and values of United Way Miami (UWM). When appropriate, participate in various after-hours and weekend activities that benefit UWM and the community. Due to the leadership role UWM is called upon to play in the community, particularly during times of crisis, it is the expectation that all UWM staff will be fully engaged in the organization&rsquo;s crisis plan and response efforts.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Early Head Start Child Care Partnership Senior Director, in collaboration with the VP, is responsible for assuring all the Head Start program mandates and standards for excellence are met daily. This position assists in the development of the structure, systems, and procedures to facilitate this. In addition to operating responsibility for programmatic aspects of the program, it bears the responsibility of assuring that the program is strategically positioned for the future.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Program Planning and Management<ul><li>
Assures compliance with funding source mandates, all applicable laws, and regulations, and assures that standards, which exceed the minimum, are being met.</li><li>
Following guidance from the VP CFE, participates in the development and execution of long and short-range goals for UW Early Head Start Child Care Partnership&ndash; specifically, Program Design and Management.</li><li>
Provides guidance and leadership to staff by ensuring the staff understand the policies and procedures and program goals, and emphasizes the importance of the program achieving high standards of quality, internally and through public and private sector partnerships.</li><li>
Reviews and analyzes monthly financial and statistical reports to assess the budget status and to initiate preventative measures if any problems appear to be predicated.</li><li>
In collaboration with the VP, monitors agreements for the purchasing of goods and services, and ensures that bids are solicited in accordance with state and federal regulations.</li><li>
Assures that the program serves the number of eligible children for which it is funded.</li><li>
In conjunction with service areas supervisors, reviews and analyzes monthly Attendance Reports to assess chronic absenteeism and use individual child attendance data to identify children with patterns of absence that put them at risk of missing ten percent of program days per year. Develop appropriate strategies to improve individual attendance among identified children, such as direct contact with parents or intensive case management, as necessary.</li><li>
In collaboration with staff, develop Annual Work Plans for all service areas for children 0-36 months and their families.</li><li>
Works with other organizations in the community to foster collaboration as defined by the federal Head Start.</li><li>
In conjunction with the VP, the Board of Directors, staff, and Policy Committee, lead planning meetings in which long and short-term goals for improvement are established.</li><li>
Produce high-quality reporting, recommend efficient strategies to prevent concerns, and provide effective solutions to concerns that may arise.</li><li>
Ensures the implementation of the program self-assessment as mandated by the Office of Head Start.</li><li>
Ensures the information submitted in the Program Information Report (PIR) is accurate before reporting to the Office of Head Start.</li><li>
Oversees the Policy Council meeting and agenda to ensure pending items are addressed and voted upon.</li><li>
Collaborates in the development of a funding application every year.</li><li>
Keep abreast of all regulations, Program Information and Information Memoranda pertaining to the Early Head Start program. Ensure that partners receive and review these materials on a monthly basis. Assist partners in developing procedures based on this guidance.</li><li>
Maintains effective, appropriate communication with the CFE Committee, including:</li><li>
Attending all regular and special meetings, and committee meetings</li><li>
Providing a written report to the board on the programmatic status of the program and of the administrative activities since the last meeting, monitoring results, and strategies to resolve problems, including the update of the program goals.</li><li>
Communication of relevant information from the funding sources</li><li>
Assures remediation of any non-compliances found in partner programs or grantee assessment and incorporates recommendations into planning for the improvement of the program.</li><li>
Hears and resolves community complaints about the program, seeking input from staff, parents, or the Board, as needed.</li><li>
Completes and submits regular reports to the funding sources, the CFE Committee, Board of Directors, and the Policy Committee.</li><li>
In consultation with the Associate Director, the representative assures us that classrooms and playgrounds are well-equipped.</li></ul>
People &amp; Engagement<ul><li>
Responsible for Performance Management plans for all supervisees.</li><li>
Responsible for approving Time and Attendance in a timely manner for any hourly staff directly under his/her supervision.</li><li>
Include progressive counseling, as needed, ensuring that UWM, EEOC, federal, state, and local guidelines are adhered to.</li><li>
Develop strategies that support retention and team building through all divisions&rsquo; communication systems and staff meetings.</li><li>
Manages staff, consumers, and general public grievances according to policies and procedures</li><li>
Responsible for tracking the implementation of strategies to meet Program Goals.</li><li>
Monitors the implementation of the responsibilities of employees through observation, monthly supervisory meetings, team meetings, and review of files and documentation.</li><li>
Carries out the function delineated in procedures for staff grievances.</li><li>
With the assistance of the UW People &amp; Engagement Department, hires, and if necessary, separate employment with staff, complying with applicable laws, regulations, Personnel Policies and Procedure assures parent input into the hiring and/or separating employment of staff prior to seeking their approval for the personnel action.</li></ul>
Health Safety, Licensing<ul><li>
In collaboration with the Early Head Start Grantee HUB team, ensures compliance of EHS CCP partners with the Early Head Start Performance Standards, Department of Children and Families regulations, and all requirements of any accreditation programs have completed.</li></ul>
Financial<ul><li>
Maintains a close working relationship with the Fiscal Coordinator, which provides the Senior Director with information for budget writing and the status of the budget to facilitate effective oversight of expenditures.</li></ul>
Staff Supervision/ Professionalism<ul><li>
Maintain confidentiality and model a professional work ethic. Participate in the onboarding of the HUB staff by having a greet and meet meeting to discuss program goals.</li><li>
Demonstrate knowledge of ages and stages of development for children 0 to 36 months.</li><li>
Monitors the implementation of the responsibilities of employees through observation, monthly supervisory meetings, team meetings, and review of files and documentation.</li><li>
Ensures the practice of reflective practice and supervision, and touchpoints to support the work with children and staff. This includes the effective implementation of reflective supervision to support the development and evaluation of their performance through a process of inquiry that encourages their understanding and articulation of the rationale for their own practices.</li><li>
Attend community meetings, training, or events.</li><li>
Positively project UWMD&rsquo;s mission, goals, philosophies, and policies to families, staff, and the community.</li><li>
Keeps abreast of trends and research in the early childhood field.</li></ul>
Teamwork<ul><li>
Establish and maintain a relationship of cooperation and respect with co-workers, assuming a fair share of work and demonstrating initiative.</li><li>
Lead and supervise all teams through communication, collaboration, and discussion of individual staff needs, partners&rsquo; needs, and curriculum planning.</li><li>
Lead a healthy climate for all HUB staff.</li></ul>
Decision Making<ul><li>
Exercise independent judgment on a daily basis.</li><li>
Maintains VP of all incidents and changes pertaining to the program and partnership sites.</li></ul>
Requirements:

Education Requirements: A bachelor's degree with at least three years of experience in Head Start Management systems is required. Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or related Child Development field preferred. Bilingual is preferred.
Additional Requirements: Regular access to a reliable vehicle; vehicle insurance, which would include periodic transportation of program participants. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and/or weekends. Ability to pass a health examination and criminal background check. Ability to work effectively with minimal daily guidance. Knowledge of community resources. Successful experience working in a team setting. Ability to present a positive image of the organization to members of the community. Visual and auditory acuity within professionally determined normal ranges, with correction if needed. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer and other office equipment, including, but not limited to, the telephone, fax machine, copier, and tape recorder. Must be able to travel, enter, and exit a vehicle without assistance.
Experience Requirements: 5 years of supervision. An understanding of Head Start philosophy and the ability to implement its principles of shared authority and decision-making. Experience in human services program management, including program planning, operations, and evaluation, and the use of management information systems. Leadership ability. Good interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work as part of a team, Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
Technology Requirements: Must have good computer skills; knowledge of Word, Excel, and modern web browsers.
Other Essential Knowledge/Skills: Must have a &ldquo;big picture&rdquo; approach to problem solving, system development, and decision-making; ability to work independently; analytical and problem-solving skills; must understand Head Start Performance Standards requirements; must have excellent written and verbal communication skills; must have excellent organizational skills and proven ability to work within prescribed timelines.
Career Growth: We encourage you to grow through formal and informal development programs, coaching, and on-the-job challenges. We want you to ask questions, take chances, and explore the possible.
Apply with confidence! Research indicates that individuals may hesitate if they don't meet every requirement. If you're enthusiastic about a role, apply, even if your experience or education isn't an exact match. You could be the perfect fit for this position or discover other exciting opportunities within our organization. Please note that while some roles may have specific requirements for funding eligibility, we STILL encourage you to explore our job opportunities.</div>

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