Preschool/Childcare Group Supervisor - Happy Hearts Child Care

BNI Talent Acquisition Team•Erie, PA

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. The role provides high-quality early childhood education and care aligned with Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards, Keystone STARS requirements, and Department of Human Services regulations. The Group Supervisor supervises Assistant Group Supervisors, implements curriculum, supports individualized learning needs, and collaborates with families, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to support each child’s development. The position calls for a compassionate, organized classroom leader with early childhood experience, strong supervision skills, and a commitment to inclusion, safety, and regulatory compliance. The position works in a standard office environment and involves frequent computer, telephone, and other standard office equipment use. It includes sitting or standing for extended periods, communication and meetings, and occasional movement between offices or program areas. Occasional duties include lifting and carrying materials up to 20 lbs., pushing or pulling light objects, and travel between BNI locations, program sites, or community-based settings. Flexibility to support operational needs outside standard business hours, including evenings or weekends as needed, is required. Barber National Institute provides reasonable accommodation to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requirements

Meet Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) qualifications for Group Supervisor through one of the following: a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or a related human services field; a bachelor’s degree with 30 credit hours in a related field and one year of experience working with children; an associate’s degree in a related field and two years of experience working with children; or an 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 childcare setting.
Meet Department of Human Services (DHS) and Keystone STARS requirements for Group Supervisor qualifications.
Have a valid driver’s license and maintain ongoing compliance with agency and insurer driving eligibility requirements for role-related travel.
Successfully complete and maintain all required regulatory and agency-mandated clearances, including criminal background checks, child abuse clearances, and fingerprinting, as well as ongoing 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.
Demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
Meet the physical and environmental requirements of the position, including communication, use of office equipment, occasional lifting and carrying of materials up to 20 lbs., and travel between locations as needed.
Flexibility to support operational needs outside standard business hours, including evenings or weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience supervising or coaching staff.

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; model and reinforce safety practices; and promptly escalate risks.
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; 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 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 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 in support of Barber National Institute’s mission and purpose.
Maintain confidentiality and uphold Barber National Institute’s mission, values, and ethical standards.