Floating Preschool Site Supervisor

YWCA Sonoma County is looking for a Site Supervisor for our Healdsburg Preschool. MUST have, or be qualified to obtain, Site Supervisor Permit - details below.

As a YWCA employee, you’ll enjoy knowing that every day you make a difference in the lives of people who seek our services. You’ll be an integral part of a culture that celebrates individual contributions and values meaningful work and authentic connections.

YWCA’s dedication to our mission is only equal to our dedication to our employees.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit program including employer-paid medical and dental.
• Retirement plan that contributes up to 14 (%) percent and 403b plan.
• 16 paid holidays
• 12 paid sick / 10 paid vacation days your first year, increasing with length of service.
• 2 mental health days.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program (paid day off for birthday, annual wellness stipend, discount at Sonoma County Family YMCA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• A feedback culture that is mission driven by meaningful work and authentic connections, where individuals are celebrated and appreciated.

“My experience… has exceeded my expectations ten-fold. I’m so happy to be a part of a team who values autonomy, empowerment, emotional connection, and motivation to do what is right.”

• YWCA Team Member

SCHEDULE: Full Time

RATE OF PAY: $29.00-$33.00/hour

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Site Supervisor supports the Director of Childcare Services in operations and in supervision of site staff. In collaboration with the other teaching staff, the Site Supervisor develops and implements a quality childcare program that helps develop children’s physical, social/emotional, and cognitive areas of development. Provides leadership in the areas of curriculum, environment, and health & safety, and works effectively and professionally with children and their families, including modeling positive communication, nurturance, and discipline with children.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned as needed:

Staff/Volunteer Supervision and Development

• Provides supervision, support, recognition, and training to childcare staff.
• Conducts staff evaluation process and plans succession strategies.
• Leads weekly staff meetings and participates in monthly Site Supervisor meetings.
• Direct staff and children in emergency situations and remain calm in stressful situations.
• Manage conflict resolution between staff in a profession manner, elevate situations to Director of Childcare where appropriate.

Program Implementation

• Supervises the development of relevant and appropriate curriculum plans and incorporates culturally competent/multicultural materials and activities.
• Oversees and manages the planning and implementation of the food program including breakfast, lunch and snacks in accordance with California Department of Education compliance guidelines.
• Supervises assessments and the maintenance of curriculum plans in individual and center records including twice yearly assessments of children’s development and planning curriculum.
• Plans and coordinates parent conferences. Coordinates parent outreach, Back to School, and end of year events.
• Supervises children during indoor and outdoor activities as needed to maintain staffing ratios.
• Perform routine activities related to the care of children, including clothing, feeding, and assisting with toileting.
• Manages the center, including collecting fees from parents, notifying appropriate staff of emergencies or injuries, maintaining required records.
• Arranging staff breaks and meal periods while maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
• Administers the daily childcare program following Title 22 licensing regulations, State Title 5 regulations, and YWCA Center policies & procedures.
• Participates in program evaluation and works with other staff to implement any changes needed.
• Oversees DRDP assessments (initial 60 days, then every six months) and parent-teacher conferences (every 6 months).
• Ensures children are released only to authorized persons.
• Implements positive discipline techniques and promotes and enhances children’s development through nurturing and positive interactions.
• Models positive and professional communication with all parents and maintains family confidentiality. Follows through on issues and actions with parents, at the direction of the Director of Childcare Services, and makes appropriate reports, as necessary.
• Participates in YWCA in-service training, including Domestic Violence prevention training.
• Continues professional development to meet and maintain State of California, Title 5 Child Development Division qualifications for Site Supervisor position; maintains record of professional growth activities.

Compliance and Reporting

• Ensures all attendance sheets are signed in & out daily.
• Responsible for oversight of case/file management and documentation.
• Holds responsibility for all records, reports, and files to ensure an above average audit by all auditing agencies.
• Resolves emergencies or injuries and maintains required records.
• Leads monthly fire and earthquake drills and reports.
• Conducts safety inspections and remediation of hazardous conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must currently possess, or be qualified to apply for and be granted the Site Supervisor Permit based on requirements of the California Department of Education, Child Development Division, for Title 5 childcare center as follows:
• Option 1: AA (or 60 units) including 24 ECE/CD units with core courses and 16 GE units, plus 6 administration units and 2 adult supervision units (350 days of 3 hours per day within 4 years including at least 100 days of supervising adults may be substituted for education).
• Option 2: BA or higher (does not have to be in ECE/CD) with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus 3 units supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting.
• Option 3: Admin. Credential with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus 3 units supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting.
• Option 4: Teaching credential with 12 units of ECE/CD, plus 3 units supervised field experience in ECE/CD setting.
• Must have at least one year experience working in a licensed childcare facility.
• Ability to operate modern office equipment, including computer/iPad, phone, copier, etc.
• Ability to understand and carry out both oral and written instructions in an independent manner and communicate effectively and tactfully in both oral and written forms.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency in another language other than English, specifically Spanish, or other locally significant languages
• First aid and CPR certificates.

CONDITIONS OF HIRE:

• Must be authorized to work in US and be able to show appropriate authorization documents.
• Prior to employment, ability to pass agency criminal background check, TB test and physical.
• Prior to employment must have proof of immunizations to influenza, pertussis and measles.
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to write by hand and use keyboard to perform general office functions.
• Ability to communicate with children and staff.
• Visual acuity needed for computer/iPad use, reading and to potentially supervise children in a variety of activities.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Frequently required to walk, run, move, squat, stoop, bend, twist, turn, push, pull and reach in interactions with preschool aged children and maintenance of the childcare center environment.

YWCA SONOMA COUNTY’S COMMITMENT TO DEI:

We at YWCA Sonoma County know that our best work happens when all our voices are heard, our perspectives are valued, and our whole selves are engaged.

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.00 - $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $29 - $33