Preschool Center Supervisor

Early Learning Essentials•Payson, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Early Learning Essentials (ELE) is a nonprofit organization providing preschool services to children and families navigating significant life challenges and economic hardship. The Center Manager/Coach oversees the day-to-day operations of a preschool center, serving as site administrator and instructional coach for a comprehensive, high-quality preschool and family service program. The position functionally supervises and coaches 6–11 teaching staff serving approximately 49–80 children and families. The role supports educational quality, school readiness goals, curriculum implementation, and positive outcomes for children. It monitors educational activities, supervises teaching staff, coordinates with other service-area staff, follows ELE policies and Head Start Performance Standards, monitors supplies and facility and technology needs, and helps maintain a welcoming and safe learning environment. The position also provides guidance and support to Head Start parents, guardians, and volunteers. The position works 204 days, with 11 paid holidays. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week. Occasional evening work may be required. Summer work may be available or required depending on agency need. This is a front-line, in-person role and is not eligible for telecommuting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a major in Early Childhood Education, or an agency-approved equivalent related field; an official transcript must be attached to the employment application.
Previous relevant teaching and/or supervisory experience in a Head Start or preschool setting.
Currently CLASS reliable or able to become reliable within six months.
Currently Teaching Strategies Gold Interrater reliable or able to become reliable within two months.
Ability to handle and redirect challenging child behaviors.
Thorough knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood.
Knowledge of software such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ChildPlus, and Google Docs.
Strong conflict-resolution, team-building, and verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to translate theory into practice and coach adult learners in applying professional knowledge.
Ability to recognize teaching staff strengths and build positive, supportive relationships.
Ability to complete detailed paperwork in a timely manner, manage multiple tasks, attend to detail, and develop solutions with limited supervision.
Ability to follow federal regulatory requirements and agency guidelines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team and maintain effective working relationships with children, parents, staff, coworkers, community groups, area specialists, and related agencies.
Proficient, professional spoken and written English.
Ability to travel between classrooms in a private vehicle and provide a copy of state-required proof of insurance every six months.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish skills are desirable; they may be required depending on location.

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day operations of an assigned center as site administrator and instructional coach.
Functionally supervise and coach 6–11 teaching staff.
Support educational quality, school readiness goals, curriculum implementation, and positive child outcomes.
Monitor the design and implementation of educational activities at the center.
Work cooperatively with other service-area front-line staff and coordinators.
Follow ELE policies and procedures and Head Start Performance Standards.
Monitor supply inventory and facility and technological needs to maintain a welcoming and safe learning environment.
Provide support and guidance to Head Start parents, guardians, and volunteers.
Promote high-quality learning in support of ELE’s School Readiness plan and agency school readiness goals.