What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRESCHOOL CENTER DIRECTOR position at YWCA South Florida, Inc?
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Job Type
Full-time
Downtown Miami, FL • Early Childhood Education
Description
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PRESCHOOL CENTER DIRECTOR
LOCATION: DOWNTOWN MIAMI, FL
SALARY RANGE: $51,000 as of 8/01 ANNUALIZED
STATUS: FULL-TIME EXEMPT
***Florida Director's credentials with VPK endorsement a must to get within 90 days of hire
Summary: This position carries the major responsibilities for center management, planning, implementing, monitoring of a child care center with a child population of 40-100 children. Responsible for the management of all aspects of the Educational & Center Services functions for Head Start, Early Head Start, VPK and SR programs, in accordance with state, local, and federal regulations, and to assist the Education Director in the on-going planning, development, implementation and evaluation of Head Start and Early Head Start programs at that center.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Supervises and coordinates Head Start, Early Head start program
- Supervises all staff and trainees assigned to the classroom(s) center, including substitutes. Arranges substitutes as needed.
- Ensures the program meets licensing and compliance standards, follows YWCA child care curriculum and program standards for all funds.
- Manages the accuracy and timeliness of reporting that include but are not limited to: timesheets and sign-in/out logs; attendance and program related reporting (Federal Food, CDS, VPK, United Way, APPLE, NYAEC) incident reports, food program rosters and staff and children’s files.
- Ensures that Other Agencies services agreements are follow.ed
- Input information in date base for VPK and Gold Assessments for all children.
- Act as Liaison between County and the Center.
- Protects and conserves materials and food orders so that expenditures can be kept within budget. Collects and transmits fees.
- Safeguards the physical care and nurturing of the children.
- Arranges and maintains furniture and materials to promote independent and group management.
- Plans and shops for breakfasts and snacks according to state food program guidelines. Prepares and serves food and supervises and/or completes required records.
- Encourages the positive self Image of children through active listening, responding and encouraging independence while giving verbal and non-verbal reinforcement. Uses positive, non-punitive discipline techniques. Guides children in controlling their behavior by using positive, appropriate approaches.
- Promotes and maintain good relationship with sponsoring site, personnel, parents, and agencies.
- Serves as a liaison with parents and other related community groups; Plans and convenes parent meetings with the assistance of appropriate staff, planning parent conferences twice a year.
- Works with school and community to promote enrollment.
- Attends and participates in YWCA in-house staff training.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday MOSTLY
- On call for center emergencies
COVID-19 considerations:
All CDC protocols strictly adhered to at all times
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
- Teaching Certification (Preferred)
- Florida Directors credential (Preferred)
Qualifications
Directors credentials a must within 90 days of hire! Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood or related field with concentration in Early Childhood education or Child development; Three (3) to Five (5) years’ experience in early childhood programs including two (2) years in supervisory experience preferred; Knowledge of NYAEC and APPLE accreditation standards; Experience in Head Start preferably; Director's Institute from United Way a Plus. CPR/First Aid Certification. Level 2 background screening and drug testing required. Director Credentials must be documented with VPK Endorsement and all VPK Courses
Additional Information
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Please follow the link to apply on our career page:
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2568203/YWCA-South-Florida-Inc/PRESCHOOL-CENTER-DIRECTOR---with-40-100-children
Salary : $51,000
