Center Director II - Infant/Toddler (Eden Palms)

Kidango • San Jose, CA

10h

About The Position

The Center Director II provides supervision and administrative support to teaching staff and children, maintains ongoing communication with public and private agencies, and supports families. The role serves a center with three or more classrooms or a center designated as requiring a Center Director by the Deputy or Executive Director. The position is responsible for center operations, staffing, enrollment, regulatory compliance, accurate site records, health and safety, and delivery of quality services and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children and families. The director also supports staff development, maintains professional communication with families and partners, represents the agency in the community, and promotes Kidango’s mission and philosophy.

Requirements

• Meet Title 5 and Title 22 requirements to qualify as a fully qualified site director; directing an infant program requires an additional 3 units of administration and 3 units of infant/toddler care.
• Site Supervisor Permit from the Department of Education.
• Immunization records compliant with Senate Bill 792, covering immunity for measles, pertussis, and influenza.
• Must be a mandated abuse reporter.
• Required CPR/First Aid Training Certification.
• Complete the CCL Record Keeping Component and 16 hours of health and safety training, including 1 hour of nutrition training.
• Ability to provide leadership, accept responsibility, work independently, and set goals professionally.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
• Pass a health screening and TB test.
• Pass background fingerprint clearance.
• Valid driver license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds may be needed during some job duties.
• Use hands for computer work and answering phone calls; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

• A.A. in Early Childhood Education.
• 2 years of teaching experience and 2 years of supervision experience.
• Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

• Schedule staff in accordance with licensing requirements and site needs.
• Manage employee relations for teaching staff, including interviewing, hiring, and terminations.
• Maintain enrollment at capacity.
• Review the performance of staff, substitutes, student teachers, and volunteers.
• Ensure compliance with licensing regulations, agency policies and procedures, and applicable Education Code requirements.
• Keep site records accurate and up to date, including enrollment, attendance, meal counts, daily logs, curriculum, child observations, and parent participation.
• Conduct monthly site meetings and quarterly Parent Advisory Council meetings.
• Serve as the legal designee to send and/or receive legal documents, including restraining orders, suspected child abuse reports, and unusual incident reports.
• Maintain confidentiality of children, families, and employees.
• Provide a pleasant, safe, and clean environment for children and staff, and ensure maintenance is completed promptly.
• Ensure fire and earthquake drills are conducted monthly and maintain a quarterly health and safety checklist.
• Manage inventory orders and purchase site supplies as needed.
• Provide developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities for children.
• Work with the team to implement each child’s individual goals and objectives through their IFSP, IEP, or developmental assessment.
• Greet children, parents, staff, and guests; address children’s individual needs and interests in relation to their cultural, social, and economic backgrounds.
• Provide quality services to children and families in accordance with NAEYC standards.
• Promote Kidango’s mission and philosophy as a member of the agency team, and participate in activities that further professional growth.
• Provide accurate information and give tours of sites and classrooms.
• Maintain and encourage professional, positive, constructive communication with staff and families.
• Develop and maintain positive communication with public and private agencies, including school districts, regional centers, and landlords.
• Represent the agency at community functions as needed.
• Assist other centers when requested and perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Director, Deputy Director, or Executive Director.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package.
• Friendly, supportive, and adventurous work environment with engaged colleagues.
• Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world.
• Opportunity to improve lives, solve difficult problems, and contribute to change.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree