Site Manager

GADS HILL CENTER•Chicago, IL

1d•$64,000 - $74,000

About The Position

The Site Manager is responsible for the implementation of DCFS, Head Start Standards, Preschool for All, and Preventative Initiative Programs for the Brighton Park location at Gads Hill Center. In this role, the Site Manager oversees the implementation of the staffing plan, collaborations with content area managers for site compliance, ensures and adherence to the program models for DCFS, Head Start Standards, Preschool for All, and Preventative Initiative Programs, provides supervision and guidance to Teachers, Family Support Workers. Custodians, receptionist, and Kitchen staff. The Site Manager also maintains the quality of program services and ensures that children, youth, and families receive comprehensive education, resources, and support services. This individual must embody our core values and demonstrate the ability to positively contribute to the Gads Hill Center culture of collaboration, high expectations in programming, and exceptional service to the families and community.

Requirements

Bilingual Spanish/English highly preferred.
Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood or a related field and a Director’s Gateway level 2 credential required.
At least three years in a progressively responsible position in a Head Start, Early Head, Preschool for All and Prevention Initiative funded agency is required.
Must have a valid Driver’s License and be willing to travel locally.
Ability to pass a criminal record and child abuse/neglect registry check.
Work well under pressure and adhere to strict timelines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and willingness to develop additional skills as needed.
A passion for the mission of Gads Hill Center.

Nice To Haves

Master’s in early childhood education preferred.
Previous managerial experience in Head Start/Early Head Start programs and monitoring experience preferred.
Experience with multicultural programming preferred.
Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
Experience in a nonprofit environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises and evaluates teaching staff, Family Support Workers, Receptionist, Custodians and Kitchen Staff.
Serves as site leader and maintains effective operation of Children’s Services programs.
Collaborates with the content area managers and Direct Supervisor to ensure that facility issues are reported and resolved in a timely manner.
Ensures that the site environment is safe for operation on a daily basis.
Maintains compliance with DCFS licensing standards, Head Start Standards, Preschool For All and Preventative Initiative Programs.
Provides guidance on problem solving at the site level, provides staff with regular supervisions and creating relationships with families
Schedules and facilitates monthly site and team meetings, as appropriate.
Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with community members, stakeholders, and families served.
Collaborates with partners within the community in efforts to develop referrals for families
Prepares information for quarterly reviews on the site level
Adheres to agency’s internal monitoring process to ensure compliance with program requirements.
Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with the parents and communities that we serve, including participating in agency and site outreach, recruitment, and civic engagement efforts.
Supports parent engagement efforts, including but not limited to parent meetings, parent policy committee meetings and advocacy efforts.
Demonstrates a proficient knowledge in site management for a childcare center
Ensures ongoing recruitment and enrollment of eligible children for various funding sources.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of age 0-5 disability requirements for the classroom
Conducts and documents formal observations in staff’s usual work setting and provides written and verbal feedback.
Manages the enrollment process with FSS Staff for new families that enter the program.
Prepares reports providing analysis on the outcomes and implications of the data to the families we serve.
Collaborates with other Content Area Managers to plan and coordinate professional development for staff.
Tracks teacher and staff credentials and partners with the education team to assist teachers and staff with advancement towards credentials.
Creating systems that will allow for effective site monitoring, monitoring of site visits and program audits.
Site Managers are required to have supervision with Direct supervisor on a set weekly schedule.
Works with Teachers, Family Support Workers, Education Team, and Infant Toddler Specialist with the referral process for children and families.
Provides regular written and oral reports on program as assigned and submitted by designated timelines.
Creates a system for Illinois Action for Children Childcare cases. System must incorporate; number of cases at the site, Families that qualify and do not qualify for Illinois Action For Children and redetermination information.
Participates in Core Leadership Meeting meetings and other agency meetings for managers and staff.
Participates in agency outreach and recruitment events, including evenings and weekends.
Demonstrated success navigating complex organizational structures; using influence and soft skills to move ideas to implementation; comfort with ambiguity; adapting to change; and managing under different circumstances.
Sophisticated communication style that demonstrates expertise and commands respect, while also recognizing and leveraging knowledge of others.
Outstanding listening skills with the ability to uncover the real issues affecting sites
Experience working successfully in a multi-site organization with demonstrated success integrating into new work environments
Participates in civic engagement activities that advance the mission of Gads Hill Center.
Advances parent leadership development.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds (average child’s weight).