Director of Early Childhood

The mission of the Union #38 Schools Early Childhood program is to offer children the opportunity to play and learn in a fun and stimulating environment with other age-appropriate peers. The preschool program provides a quality, developmentally appropriate education for three and four-year-old children of all abilities. We are committed to creating a supportive, safe, culturally diverse, and developmentally appropriate environment where all children and families are respected and valued.QUALIFICATIONS: MA Administrator Certification Masters Degree in Early Childhood or related fieldExperience working with young childrenExperience with Special Education Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.REPORTS TO: Director of Education- Elementary FocusJOB GOAL: Provide leadership in early childhood programs and services.RESPONSIBILITIES: Program LeadershipCoordinate preschool and kindergarten programs, including summer programsOversee preschool, kindergarten, and summer program enrollmentCollaborate with principals to hire, train, and evaluate early childhood personnel.Work with the Director of Education - Elementary and Secondary Focus to align PK-12 curriculum and instructional practices.Coordinate with elementary principals to ensure adequate access to instructional supplies and materials.Provide leadership for early childhood programming to the administrative team.Engage in state and national early childhood networking meetings.Participate in professional development to stay current in the field.Family and Community OutreachCollaborate with CFCE programsLead Kindergarten Orientation (four sites)Coordinate translation services for PreK and Kindergarten students/families during enrollment, as neededHost workshops for caregiversCurriculum, Instruction, & AssessmentLead curriculum development and professional development for early childhood programs.Communicate curriculum, assessment, and instructional expectations to faculty, staff, and the school community.Oversee district preschool, kindergarten, and community-based screenings, and communicate outcomes to stakeholders.Coordinate data collection meetings; evaluate and guide the use of student achievement data to improve instructional effectiveness.Early Intervention & Special Education Facilitate early intervention referrals, transitions, and IEP development and services.Support special education programming, including contracted services with external agencies.Ensure compliance with state reporting requirements, such as social/emotional/behavioral milestones (Indicator 7) and timely evaluations (Indicator 12).Budget oversightDevelop and manage preschool program budgets, including tuition, grants, and other funding sources.Research, write, and oversee early childhood grants under the direction of the Director of Education - Elementary and Secondary Focus.OtherPerform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Education - Elementary Focus. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve month work year.

Salary and work year to be established by the Union #38 School Committees. Individual Employment Contract