Center and Special Education Manager

SCHENECTADY COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM INC•Schenectady, NY

5d•$33 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Helping people reclaim the life they deserve At Schenectady Community Action Program (SCAP), we believe in supporting one another as we all work collaboratively towards one common goal - eradicating poverty. By joining our team, you will be joining in the mission to help improve communities, alleviate poverty, and change people's lives. SCAP is an anti-poverty agency dedicated to serving low-income individuals and families who "are in economic, educational or social need.". We recognize the importance of employee satisfaction and will provide you with all the tools you need every step of the way. Here at SCAP, we will provide you with competitive wages, work-life balance, career advancement and an amazing benefits package. We believe that empowering people is the best way to help families move out of poverty. Come join our team if you're looking to make a positive impact on our local community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Special Education.
A minimum of three (3) years classroom teaching experience and experience providing and coordinating direct services to pre-school children.
A minimum of two (2) years supervisory experience.
Demonstrated computer expertise; consistently upgrading skills to remain up to date on the use of technology in the classroom and the workplace.
Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and the ability lead a team.
Must provide on a biennial basis a physical from a licensed health care provider, clearing you under New York State Day Care regulations.
Background check is required prior to employment as required by NYS Day Care regulations and Federal Head Start Performance Standards.
Knowledge and understanding of issues related to individuals and families in poverty.
Ability to build upon the strengths of those we serve with diverse racial, cultural, social, educational and economic backgrounds, including high risk populations, to provide high-level services and lasting solutions to fit each individual’s and family’s needs.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree and certification to include the Pre-K population preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises the daily activities for assigned groups of classrooms or center ensuring quality of educational services and implementation of approved curriculum.
Supervises classroom staff ensuring appropriate trainings are obtained and reinforced, agency best practices and policies are implemented, conducts timely and accurate performance evaluations, and develops and monitors works schedules.
Provides direct oversight for managing early childhood screenings, referrals, assessments, and special education service provision for those children who qualify including providing supports for families and staff.
Coordinates with Early Intervention organizations and local school departments; advocates for children and families at meetings; supports classroom/home visiting staff in their provision of services for children with special needs by providing observations, hands-on modeling of recommended strategies, and resource and referral information for staff and families.
Ensures staff conducts home visits in a timely manner, provides support to ensure high quality parent communications during meetings and home visits.
Ensures the development of Individualized Education Plans (IEP) on a timely basis and facilitates team meetings.
Ensures adequate documentation of team meetings and follow through of decisions.
Facilitates and manages parent activities, maintains and distributes as directed the records of each meeting and encourages maximum participation of parents.
Ensures quality communication to and from the parent committees.
Ensures appropriate approvals are in place prior to implementing and that policies are followed with respect to parent committee.
Responsible for actively assisting the Education Coordinator and working as a team to ensure the component is meeting its goals.
Clearly communicates within the team and with the management team and colleagues.