Group Supervisor- Happy Hearts Childcare

BNI Talent Acquisition Team•Erie, PA

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Group Supervisor leads the daily operations of a classroom within the Happy Hearts program, creating a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment where children can grow, learn, and reach their potential. This role provides high-quality early childhood education and care aligned with Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards, Keystone STARS requirements, and Department of Human Services regulations. You will supervise Assistant Group Supervisors, implement curriculum, support individualized learning needs, and collaborate with families, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to support each child’s development. We are looking for a compassionate, organized classroom leader with early childhood experience, strong supervision skills, and a commitment to inclusion, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Meets Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) qualifications for Group Supervisor, including one of the following: (1) bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or a related human services field; (2) bachelor’s degree with 30 credit hours in a related field and one year of experience working with children; (3) associate’s degree in a related field and two years of experience working with children; or (4) associate’s degree with 30 credit hours in a related field and three years of experience working with children. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered in alignment with regulatory requirements.
Prior experience working with young children in an early childhood or child care setting required
Must meet Department of Human Services (DHS) and Keystone STARS requirements for Group Supervisor qualifications.
Valid driver’s license and ongoing compliance with all agency and insurer driving eligibility requirements are required for role-related travel.
Successful completion of all regulatory and agency-mandated clearances, including criminal background checks, child abuse clearances, and fingerprinting, is required, along with ongoing compliance with required clearances, professional development, and certification requirements.
Knowledge of Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards, child development principles, Keystone STARS requirements, and DHS regulations
Ability to plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and learning activities
Strong leadership, communication, collaboration, organizational, documentation, and compliance skills
Ability to manage classroom behavior and maintain a safe, structured, supportive environment
A high level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality

Nice To Haves

experience supervising or coaching staff preferred

Responsibilities

Lead daily classroom operations by planning and developing lesson plans aligned with curriculum and Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards, assessing developmental needs, collaborating with special education staff and therapists, and contributing to Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Supervise, coach, and evaluate Assistant Group Supervisors and classroom staff; provide direction, guidance, and performance feedback; support scheduling, workflow oversight, and continuity of operations; and ensure consistent implementation of curriculum, classroom management strategies, and program policies.
Monitor classroom safety and ensure children are supervised at all times; oversee incident reporting and communication with families, nursing, and leadership as required; and model and reinforce safety practices while escalating risks promptly.
Maintain compliance with Department of Human Services (DHS) and Keystone STARS requirements through accurate documentation, training completion, adherence to program standards, and awareness of operational trends and regulatory updates.
Support program operations by assisting the Early Education Coordinator and Director of Child Care in activities that ensure a safe, high-quality learning environment for children; manage resources effectively and support innovation and continuous improvement at the program level.
Build collaborative relationships with families, internal departments, community partners, and core administrative teams—including Governance, Risk, and Compliance; Human Resources; Information Technology; Finance; and Strategic Communications—to support coordinated services, uphold policies, support recruitment and staff development, follow technology and data security practices, align to budget processes, and strengthen mission-centered communication.
Foster a culture of psychological safety, continuous learning, and accountability by encouraging open dialogue, shared problem-solving, and professional growth; invest in personal leadership development and reinforce mission-centered communication, confidentiality, and professional conduct.
Model BNI’s Core Commitments, collaboration, transparent communication, problem-solving, adaptability, and ethical judgment; maintain confidentiality of sensitive information in accordance with policy and applicable laws; and perform other related duties as assigned that support the mission and purpose of Barber National Institute.
All staff must maintain confidentiality and uphold Barber National Institute’s mission, values, and ethical standards.