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Description
Overview: The Assistant Director is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and quality of
education, for all children within the center’s care. The Assistant Director supports and assists
the Site Director in the overall operational management in accordance with well-established
guidelines, including working with leadership in the implementation of curriculum
development, staff and facilities management, and long range planning
General Responsibilities:
? Assist in maintaining the vision for the center. Assist in the management to adhere to
quality standards in accordance with the vision and with the DHS, STARS, NAEYC, and
CACFP PA state and local requirements. Maintain quality effectiveness measurements.
? Work collaboratively with leadership in the implementation of our ECE educational
curriculum, and with staff to develop positive learning activities; manage adherence to
PA state and local regulations.
? Support the maintenance of student records in accordance with established enrollment
procedures and guidelines.
? Communicate effectively with parents, staff, licensing, and children with a passion for
providing outstanding customer service.
? Partner with the Director to implement strong educational programming with excellent
financial and people management skills to achieve business goals.
? Assist in maintaining communications with parents of current and prospective students
through direct conversation, newsletters and parent handbook; implement community
outreach activities to maintain and promote positive community relationships.
? Maintain positive relationships with regulatory agencies; ensure legal compliance: DHS,
STARS, NAEYC, CACFP and all JCC leadership and coordinators.
? Maintain all staff files in accordance with DHS and STARS accordance.
? Support current illness and emergency procedures; ensure staff is trained appropriately.
? Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality
improvement.
Requirements
Performance Expectations:
? Understand/possess an openness to Jewish religion and traditions.
? Serve as an integral member of the Leadership Team.
? Attend all meetings and events that support the department’s main objectives and
responsibilities.
? Positively and actively promote the JCC’s mission, membership, programs, events, and
charitable purpose to JCC members and the general public.
? Be familiar with the mission, vision statements, and Core Values of the JCC. Model the
Core Values while working and communicating with members and staff.
? Support classrooms as needed.
? Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education/Experience:
? Minimum AA Degree in early childhood education or related field of study.
? Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience.
? High energy.
? Strong oral and written communications skills; technology skills.
? Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team
environment.
? A strong understanding of child development.
? Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
? Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification.
? Must clear full background checks and clearances – PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal,
National Sex Offender Registry, and FBI.
? Must pass health screening with TB test (initial hire).
Minimum Physical Requirements:
? Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds.
Full Time
$78k-103k (estimate)
06/09/2024
08/07/2024