What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS/HS Site Supervisor position at Encompass Community Services?
Are you an experienced, early childhood expert, looking for an opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge while leading a team of ECE professionals, supporting them to do their best? You just might be who we are looking for.
Position works in Child Development (CFDP) area of services. This service area provides early childhood education, social services, and parent education to 1,000 families with young children each year via Head Start/Early Head Start and State Preschool. Offering this support as early as possible promotes healthy families and encourages parents to nurture their childs physical, social and cognitive development.
Head Start has been improving the lives of low-income children and families in Santa Cruz County since 1965 through high quality, comprehensive child development, and family support services. Head start supports school readiness and promotes healthy families through delivery of education, health, and social services.
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Site Supervisor, that under the direction of the Education Manager will be responsible for supervision and oversight of the operations of several center base sites that serve 6 months - 5 year old children. The Site Supervisor will assure regulatory and legal compliance with federal, state and local regulations; communicate with parents and community; provide supervision, monitoring and ensure training of all center staff; monitor compliance in all aspects of Head Start Performance Standards, Child Care Licensing, and State of California Preschool program regulations.
Position is full-time, exempt. Annual salary range is $68,404- $71,170 dependent on experience and education; pay differential for bilingual skills awarded upon qualification.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises and mentors Teacher Directors, Teachers, Teacher Assistants and Family Services Advocates.
Observes and monitors classrooms for compliance and prepares related paperwork and reports;
Serves as the Hiring Manager for their cluster staff; provides timely & accurate follow up and tracking of documentation and information of new and potential hires.
Develops/implements onboarding plan for new hires and any internal job/staff re-assignments.
Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations and Agency Policies at all centers/sites.
Ensure staff are trained on developmentally appropriate practices and agency policies and procedures;
Oversees the case management work with families
Acts as a liaison between community, school districts, and other agencies;
Maintains budget within accepted limits; tracks purchasing and all other spending
Oversees the orientation of center volunteers/interns.
Ensures facilities adhere to regulations at all time
Ensure/supports parent engagement activities within their cluster.
Monitors overall center operations to ensure children and families are receiving high quality services: conducts announced and unannounced center visits, identify cluster needs through one-on-one meetings and site observations.
Initiates substitute coverage procedures, if necessary, steps in to provide coverage.
QUALIFICATIONS
B.A. degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Human Development or related field.
3 years experience directly supervising
Minimum 3 years administrative experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must have strong leadership and communication skills, initiative, use good judgment and problem solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, successfully
Ability to review data to make informed decisions and create action steps for self and with others
Ability to work independently and within a team, successfully.
Knowledge of the community and county resources.
Experience implementing strength base approach in work with families
Knowledge of California Licensing Regulations a Plus
Ability to work at childrens physical level, by: bending, squatting, sitting & rising from floor, moving swiftly (coverage in classroom)
OTHER REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE
Criminal Record Clearance before hire and through duration of employment;
Physical Exam / TB / IZ Clearance
Valid CA Drivers License and good driving record;
Valid Vehicle Insurance.
Proof of citizenship or right to work in the United States;
Flexible schedule, ability to work some early morning, evenings and weekends.
PREFERENCE
Bilingual verbal & written English-Spanish skills strongly preferred
About Us:
Encompass Community Services is committed to racial equity and standing against discrimination of all kinds. We believe that having a diverse workforce, representative of the many communities we serve, is a tremendous strength for our agency. We are committed to providing staff development and advancement opportunities that support and foster a strong and diverse workforce that supports excellence in services.
At Encompass, we provide our community with a wide range of services related to family & social well-being, early childhood education, behavioral health, housing and more. Every day through these services, we work to make health, education and housing more equitable for all people in Santa Cruz County. For more than 40 years, our work has touched generations by helping people have access to education, rebuild relationships, restore their health and regain dignity.
Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive medical and dental insurance plan, 403(b) retirement plan, 17 vacation days, 14 paid holidays and 12 days sick leave.
Encompass Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. We are committed to excellence through diversity and strive to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all clients and employees. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
If we find that your qualifications are a good fit with our current needs, we will contact you with further instructions. Thank you for your interest in Encompass!
Position works in Child Development (CFDP) area of services. This service area provides early childhood education, social services, and parent education to 1,000 families with young children each year via Head Start/Early Head Start and State Preschool. Offering this support as early as possible promotes healthy families and encourages parents to nurture their childs physical, social and cognitive development.
Head Start has been improving the lives of low-income children and families in Santa Cruz County since 1965 through high quality, comprehensive child development, and family support services. Head start supports school readiness and promotes healthy families through delivery of education, health, and social services.
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Site Supervisor, that under the direction of the Education Manager will be responsible for supervision and oversight of the operations of several center base sites that serve 6 months - 5 year old children. The Site Supervisor will assure regulatory and legal compliance with federal, state and local regulations; communicate with parents and community; provide supervision, monitoring and ensure training of all center staff; monitor compliance in all aspects of Head Start Performance Standards, Child Care Licensing, and State of California Preschool program regulations.
Position is full-time, exempt. Annual salary range is $68,404- $71,170 dependent on experience and education; pay differential for bilingual skills awarded upon qualification.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises and mentors Teacher Directors, Teachers, Teacher Assistants and Family Services Advocates.
Observes and monitors classrooms for compliance and prepares related paperwork and reports;
Serves as the Hiring Manager for their cluster staff; provides timely & accurate follow up and tracking of documentation and information of new and potential hires.
Develops/implements onboarding plan for new hires and any internal job/staff re-assignments.
Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations and Agency Policies at all centers/sites.
Ensure staff are trained on developmentally appropriate practices and agency policies and procedures;
Oversees the case management work with families
Acts as a liaison between community, school districts, and other agencies;
Maintains budget within accepted limits; tracks purchasing and all other spending
Oversees the orientation of center volunteers/interns.
Ensures facilities adhere to regulations at all time
Ensure/supports parent engagement activities within their cluster.
Monitors overall center operations to ensure children and families are receiving high quality services: conducts announced and unannounced center visits, identify cluster needs through one-on-one meetings and site observations.
Initiates substitute coverage procedures, if necessary, steps in to provide coverage.
QUALIFICATIONS
B.A. degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Human Development or related field.
3 years experience directly supervising
Minimum 3 years administrative experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must have strong leadership and communication skills, initiative, use good judgment and problem solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, successfully
Ability to review data to make informed decisions and create action steps for self and with others
Ability to work independently and within a team, successfully.
Knowledge of the community and county resources.
Experience implementing strength base approach in work with families
Knowledge of California Licensing Regulations a Plus
Ability to work at childrens physical level, by: bending, squatting, sitting & rising from floor, moving swiftly (coverage in classroom)
OTHER REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE
Criminal Record Clearance before hire and through duration of employment;
Physical Exam / TB / IZ Clearance
Valid CA Drivers License and good driving record;
Valid Vehicle Insurance.
Proof of citizenship or right to work in the United States;
Flexible schedule, ability to work some early morning, evenings and weekends.
PREFERENCE
Bilingual verbal & written English-Spanish skills strongly preferred
About Us:
Encompass Community Services is committed to racial equity and standing against discrimination of all kinds. We believe that having a diverse workforce, representative of the many communities we serve, is a tremendous strength for our agency. We are committed to providing staff development and advancement opportunities that support and foster a strong and diverse workforce that supports excellence in services.
At Encompass, we provide our community with a wide range of services related to family & social well-being, early childhood education, behavioral health, housing and more. Every day through these services, we work to make health, education and housing more equitable for all people in Santa Cruz County. For more than 40 years, our work has touched generations by helping people have access to education, rebuild relationships, restore their health and regain dignity.
Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive medical and dental insurance plan, 403(b) retirement plan, 17 vacation days, 14 paid holidays and 12 days sick leave.
Encompass Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. We are committed to excellence through diversity and strive to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all clients and employees. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
If we find that your qualifications are a good fit with our current needs, we will contact you with further instructions. Thank you for your interest in Encompass!
Salary : $68,404 - $71,170
