Director of Early Childhood Services

Upstate Cerebral Palsy•Utica, NY

9h•$70,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Early Childhood Services is responsible to supervise daily department operations, ensure compliance with the NYS Education Department and the Office of Children and Family Services regulations and operating standards. This position will complete all records and reports related to program efficacy, progress and new development as well as compliance. They will coordinate with internal agency programs and departments, external state and federal regulatory bodies and external agency programs and providers, and will ensure department fiscal responsibility. Will also oversee the professional development of staff and communicate in a manner that energizes the workforce, promotes retention, encourages team excellence, facilitates continuous learning and reinforces positive partnerships throughout the organization and in the community.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Education or Special Education and either enrollment in a graduate program or completion of the NYSED School Building Leader or School Administrator certification.
Intermediate Computer Skills.
Must have a valid NYS Drivers License.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an educational setting or preschool setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily program/department operations, including budget monitoring, interviewing, hiring, scheduling and coverage, on-site orientation, staff meetings, and staff and program performance evaluations for the 4410 preschool program and the day care program.
Coordinate existing services, initiate innovations, develop new programs and coordinate program expansion in support and achievement of the agency’s strategic goals and division work plans.
Oversee and maintain the timely completion of all necessary records and reports to ensure compliance within the program and with state and federal regulatory requirements.
Coordinate with agency program departments and inter-disciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of quality services.
Coordinate services with state and federal governmental and regulatory entities, community and local agencies and health care providers when applicable to ensure that program needs are met.
Ensure that the program/department operates in a fiscally responsible manner.
Ensure ongoing staff training and professional development needs are met and that staff certifications and/or licenses are current.
Participate in activities as part of the Education Division and Preschool Program administrative team that may include meetings, trainings, committee work and committee leadership.
Additional responsibilities as determined by the VP of Education
Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and agency regulations and operating standards