Center Director II (Linda Vista)

Kidango • San Jose, CA

6d • $91,728 - $91,728

About The Position

Provides supervision and administrative support to teaching staff and children, provides ongoing communication with public and private agencies, and support to families in a center with three or more classrooms or in a center designated as requiring a Center Director by the Deputy or Executive Director.

Requirements

• Meet Title 5 and Title 22 requirements to qualify as a fully qualified site director plus 3 units of administration and 3 units of infant care if directing an infant program.
• Site Supervisor Permit from the Department of Education
• Required Immunization records that comply with Senate Bill 792 (immunity for measles, pertussis, and influenza)
• Required to be a mandated abuse reporter
• Ability to provide leadership and accept responsibility
• Required CPR/First Aid Training Certification Completion
• CCL Record Keeping Component; 16 hours of health and safety training which includes 1 hour of nutrition training
• Ability to provide leadership, accept responsibility, work independently and set own goals in a professional manner.
• Ability to work on a variety of tasks simultaneously and able to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
• Must pass a health screening and TB test
• Must pass background fingerprint clearance
• Valid Driver License
• Must be 18 years or older
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties

Nice To Haves

• A.A. in Early Childhood Education
• 2 years teaching and 2 years of supervision experience
• Bilingual is a plus

Responsibilities

• Responsible for scheduling staff in accordance with licensing requirements and site needs.
• Manage all aspects of employee relations for all teaching staff in the center, i.e. interviewing, hiring, and terminations.
• Responsible for maintaining enrollment at capacity.
• Reviews performance of staff, substitutes, student teachers and volunteers.
• Responsible for meeting all licensing regulations, agency policies & procedures and the Education Code as applicable.
• Responsible for accurate update of records on site including but not limited to: enrollment, attendance, meal counts, daily logs, curriculum, child observations, and parent participation.
• Conducts monthly site meetings.
• Conducts quarterly Parent Advisory Council meetings.
• Is the legal designee to send and/or receive legal documents (i.e. restraining orders, suspected child abuse report, unusual incident reports, etc.)
• Maintains confidentiality of children, families and employees.
• Provides a pleasant, safe, and clean environment for children and staff.
• Assures that maintenance is completed in a timely fashion.
• Assures that fire and earthquake drills are conducted monthly.
• Maintains quarterly health and safety checklist.
• Keeps inventory orders and purchases site supplies as needed.
• Provides developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities for children.
• Using a team approach, implements the individual goals and objectives that are set for each child through their IFSP, IEP, or developmental assessment.
• Greets children, parents, staff and guests.
• Meets the individual needs and interests of children in relation to their cultural, social and economic background.
• Provides quality services to children and their families in accordance with NAEYC standards.
• Works as a member of the agency team by promoting the mission and philosophy of Kidango.
• Participates in activities that furthers own professional growth.
• Provides accurate information.
• Give tours of sites and classrooms.
• Maintains and encourages professional, positive, constructive communication with staff and families.
• Develops and maintains positive communication with public and private agencies (including school districts, regional centers, landlords, etc.)
• Represents the Agency at community functions as needed.
• Assists other centers when requested.
• All other duties as assigned by Regional Director, Deputy Director or Executive Director

Benefits

• An opportunity to improve real lives, solve hard problems, and change the world
• Friendly, supportive, and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleagues
• A comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package
• Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world
• Drug-Free Workplace
• We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination.

What This Job Offers

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