Director of Educational Services (Early Childhood)

Early Childhood Organization is seeking a Director of Education Services for Early Head Start Programs.

Essential Functions:

Duties include, but are not limited to the following key activities

· Understand, interpret and implement federal, state and agency rules and regulations to ensure adequate systems are in place to maintain high quality Head Start services to children and families in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards

· Oversee the program’s education department to ensure high quality services are provided to children and families.

· Review and analyze data and statistical reports to assess that learning is aligned with the program’s school readiness goals and prepare to initiate preventative measures if any problems appear

· Design and monitor an internal education audit program to ensure compliance of the Head Start Monitoring Protocol

· Monitor the implementation of the responsibilities of employees through monthly supervisory meetings, team meetings, and review of files and documentation

· Read management and leadership materials and program-related materials to keep abreast of developments in comprehensive early childhood programs

· Deep understanding and knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)

· Supervise, coach and provide feedback to Education Directors for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the centers.

· Builds key relationships with external partners, consultants, vendors, licensing agents, school and community leaders, parents, program directors and department leads.

· Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the agency policies and applicable laws

· Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, directing work, rewarding, disciplining employees, performance reviews, and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

· Effective communication between immediate supervisor and program leadership.

· Maintain a close working relationship with the Director of Program Operations to ensure effective overall program oversight

· Attend meetings of the Parent Committee and Policy Council

· Attend meetings, trainings, and seminars as needed to continue professional development

· Model the ESH Standard Code of Conduct Policy when interacting with parents, community members and colleagues

· Direct, implement and evaluate programmatic plans and procedures adhering to EHS/HS federal requirements.

· Ensures that operations meet agency, federal, state and local requirements, including licensing, EHS/HS, accreditation, contractual, and other standards

· Manage regular meetings with all EHS/HS staff and associated providers

· Facilitates continuing professional development including securing training and technical assistance for program services staff.

· Directs and ensures development of annual professional training plan incorporating topics specific to each program service for both staff and monthly parent meetings.

· Oversees and manages processes regarding inventory of educational supplies and maintenance of equipment for family childcare sites and home-based program.

· Directs Self-Assessment processes focused designated program service areas

· Trains staff and builds ongoing support for the implementation of child assessment process.

· Perform other duties assigned and reasonably within the scope of duties outlined above

Qualifications & Competencies

· Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent field from an accredited institution, with at least five (3) years senior level management and administrative experience.

· NYS Certified in Birth to 2nd Grade

· A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a supervisory or management role in a Head Start or Early Head Start program

· A minimum of 5 years early childhood education program experience required.

· Post-graduate credentials or training preferred: CLASS, Teaching Strategies GOLD, Creative Curriculum

· Working knowledge of the NYC Department of Education Early Intervention system.

· Manage multiple projects and follow-through on tasks.

· Proficiency in preparing accurate reports, analyzing data and interpreting information.

· Ability to work in a multi-cultural, interdisciplinary environment and with diverse community-based agencies.

· Ability to communicate well orally and in writing.

· Proficient with computer applications – i.e., thorough understanding of Microsoft Outlook, word processing (Microsoft Word), spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel), databases, e-mail systems (Microsoft Office required), Power Point and the ability to learn and master other computer technology /software programs as needed.

· Ability to appropriately manage confidential information.

· Ability to lead and manage a team.

· Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions.

· Ability to understand, support, and comply with organizational policies.

· Willingness and ability to be flexible with hours in order to carry out the responsibilities of the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person