Preschool Center Supervisor

Early Learning Essentials•Payson, UT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Early Learning Essentials (ELE), a nonprofit providing preschool services to children and families experiencing significant life challenges and economic hardships, is hiring a Preschool Center Supervisor. The position is described in the posting as Center Manager/Coach and oversees day-to-day center operations as site administrator and instructional coach for a comprehensive, high-quality preschool and family service program. It 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 child outcomes. It monitors educational activities, works with teaching staff and other service-area personnel, follows ELE policies and Head Start Performance Standards, monitors supplies and facility and technology needs, and supports Head Start parents, guardians, and volunteers. The position is front-line and face-to-face with children and families and is not eligible for telecommuting. The position is scheduled for 204 working days and 11 paid holidays. A typical work week is Monday through Friday, with at least 40 hours per week. Occasional evening work may be required, and summer work may be available or required depending on agency needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a major in Early Childhood Education or a related field accepted as an equivalent by the agency; transcript showing the degree award or confer date must be attached to the application.
Relevant prior experience teaching and/or supervising 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 early childhood practices.
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.
Ability to recognize teaching staff strengths and build positive, supportive relationships.
Ability to complete detailed paperwork in a timely manner.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, attend to detail, and develop solutions with limited supervision.
Ability to follow strict federal regulatory requirements and agency guidelines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively and maintain effective relationships with children, parents, staff, coworkers, community groups, specialists, and other agencies and people.
Proficient, professional English speaking and writing skills.
Must travel between classrooms in a private vehicle and provide proof of state-required insurance every six months.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish skills are desirable and 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 teaching staff, 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 help maintain a welcoming and safe learning environment.
Provide support and guidance to Head Start parents, guardians, and volunteers.
Promote high-quality learning and contribute to achievement of the agency's school readiness goals.
Travel to and from classrooms using a private vehicle.