Assistant Site Director

Bedford Stuyvesant Early Childhood Development Ctr•New York, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Education Site Manager (AESM) supports the Education Site Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the assigned center. The AESM assists in providing leadership, supervision, and guidance to ensure the delivery of high-quality services to children and families. The role involves ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, including the Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, and local and state regulations. The AESM collaborates with other team members to coordinate services and foster continuous program improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Master’s preferred)
Minimum of one year of supervisory experience
Minimum of two years of classroom experience with preschool-aged children
Strong communication skills (verbal, reading, writing)
Cultural competence and ability to build positive relationships with diverse families and staff
Ability to administer screenings and assessments
Proficiency in classroom environment assessment and teacher-child interaction observation
Effective collaboration and team leadership skills
Must maintain an up-to-date medical report with complete immunizations. The medical report must confirm the individual's fitness to work with young children.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Pre-K Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) and Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scale (ECERS) preferred
Education affiliations and certifications a plus
Ability to commute/relocate to Brooklyn, NY 11233
Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.

Responsibilities

Assist the Education Site Manager in managing daily center operations, including ensuring adequate staffing and maintaining compliance with staff/child ratios and group sizes.
Provide support in classrooms as needed, ensuring effective implementation of curriculum and teaching practices.
Help maintain an up-to-date licensed facility in collaboration with Facilities staff by adhering to NYC Department of Health regulations.
Assist in coordinating with the Education Director and Coaches to support curriculum fidelity, promoting children's development across all domains.
Promote cultural competence, respect, compassion, and tolerance among staff and children by supporting the inclusion of global education and multiculturalism in the curriculum.
Ensure timely completion of child screenings and assessments, and assist in monitoring child outcomes data.
Work with the Health and Disabilities Coordinator to ensure timely evaluations and appropriate services for children with disabilities.
Build professional relationships with parents to encourage communication and engagement, supporting the Family Assistant in family partnership services.
Support communication with families regarding center activities, transitions, and other relevant matters.
Assist in planning and implementing parent-teacher conferences, home visits, and Parent Class Meetings.
Monitor indoor and outdoor learning areas to ensure a safe, nurturing, and conducive environment for children.
Oversee family-style mealtime and ensure accurate meal count reporting for CACFP reimbursement.
Provide training and professional development opportunities for staff, including reflective supervision meetings and performance evaluations.
Participate in Management and Education Team meetings, contributing to discussions on program improvement and compliance.
Assist in the recruitment and hiring process for new staff, including participating in interviews.
Ensure accurate and timely completion of required documentation, including reports to various stakeholders.
Assist in implementing all relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as BSECDC policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Education Site Manager or Education Director.