Center Manager

Urban Strategies LLC • New York, NY

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for three major functions in the administration of the Early Head Start Program. The first major responsibility involves implementing and supervising all aspects of the center's operations. The second major responsibility involves collaboration with the EHS Director, the Program Managers, the teachers, and center staff to assure compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards and the State Child Care licensing requirements in the operation of the center. The third major responsibility is the implementation of the human resources policies and procedures applicable to center staff. In all major functions a systems approach is desired.

The ideal candidate for our program is:
A self-motivated and dedicated person who is excited and passionate about helping infants, toddlers, and families grow in development and in education.
You are a personable, energetic, and empathetic leader who can manage multiple staff, managers, and multiple projects in a prioritized manner to meet the goals and objectives of our internal Urban Strategies goals and within compliance of all current Head Start Performance Standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Family and Human Development or equivalent in a related field.
• New York State Teaching Certification in Early Childhood Education.
• Three plus years’ experience working in an administrative capacity in an education setting with at least three years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in Human Resources management and operations and the use of management information systems with Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Experience and/or knowledge of childcare licensing.
• Experience in the CACFP guidelines and implementation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Valid Driver’s License, Personal Vehicle, and Liability Insurance required.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Education Curriculum & Instruction or Administrator’s Certification.
• Five plus years’ experience working in an administrative capacity in an educational setting with five years of supervisory experience.
• Significant experience in educational administration, with knowledge and skills in finance and human resources.
• Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and Child Care Minimum Standards.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Responsibilities

• Implement and supervise all aspects of the center's operations.
• Collaborate with the EHS Director, Program Managers, teachers, and center staff to assure compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards and State Child Care licensing requirements.
• Implement human resources policies and procedures applicable to center staff.
• Establish and sustain collaborative and supportive partnerships with the host facility and their staff.
• Lead the planning, implementing, and monitoring of the goals, objectives, and expected outcomes of the Early Head Start Program and continuously document progress.
• Plan the collection, analysis, and use of data regarding goals, objectives, and expected outcomes and implement continuous improvement strategies.
• Collaborate with other team members to meet full enrollment in the program option being implemented.
• Supervise and evaluate assigned center staff.
• Conduct monitoring of children screenings and assessments, ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines and regulations.
• Conduct daily observations of classrooms, offices, kitchen, and playground and assure the center is fully equipped with all furniture, materials, and supplies to ensure the indoor/outdoor learning environments are clean, healthy, and safe for the children.
• Coordinate daily classroom coverage based on ratio.
• Implement the CACFP program, monitoring the daily meal service, documentation, and reporting.
• Assure compliance with health and safety guidelines which include staff-child ratios and daily attendance.
• Collaborate in the implementation of parent engagement activities in the center to include parent meetings, open house, parent/teacher conferences, home visits, and any meetings and communications with parents regarding referrals and child needs.
• Implement personnel policies and procedures inclusive of background checks and hiring, evaluation, compensation, and termination procedures, standards of conduct, staff qualifications and competency requirements, staff health and wellness, and the recruitment and training of volunteers.
• Assist in the development of a parent handbook that summarizes policies and procedures for the operation of the center and communication procedures.
• Develop a training and professional development plan for all center staff, regardless of their program option, that adheres to the Head Start Program Performance Standards and the state childcare licensing requirements to provide training to center staff in all areas of operations of the center.
• Support the onboarding process.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all personnel actions, legal actions, terminations and non-renewal documents and organizational plans.
• Attend all Professional Development training required by the program.
• Completes other related activities and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental is paid 95% by company and 5% by employee (individual or family).
• Vision is covered 100% (individual or family).
• 401K matched contributions up to 4%.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Vacation time is generous but varies depending on program and position.
• 9 Sick Days and 11 Holidays.
• Long and short-term disability free.
• Company provides laptop if position requires one.
• Company issues cellphone if position requires one.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager