Job Posting Template

Classification:  Full-time                                                   Status:  Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

Supervise and coach staff to ensure that the program provides quality and developmentally appropriate services to children and families and establish a work climate that nurtures growth, learning, and positive interaction.

Implement and maintain, through organization and supervision of the early childhood education program that meets all Head Start Program Performance Standards and Kansas Department of Health & Environment childcare licensing regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for daily leadership, supervision, training, and modeling of best practices for center staff and volunteers.
• Obtain and share knowledge of theories and techniques regarding Early Childhood development.
• Provide regular supervision and support of all assigned classroom staff through recognized practices such as reflective supervision, on­ going training, performance appraisal systems, professional development goals and corrective action plans.
• Plan for recruitment of children with center staff to ensure funded enrolment is achieved.
• Lead center staff to recruit, train and schedule parent and community volunteers and document volunteer hours to fulfill federal match requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring completion of data entry in Agency approved Data system.
• Work in conjunction with the Head Start Management team, Program Manager, and center team to set up a developmentally appropriate classroom based on Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Provide child progress report during parent teacher conferences, home visits and/or upon request of parent.
• Directly supervise classroom staff, custodian, and other lead teachers if applies to center.
• Co- Supervise cook and family advocate.
• Turn in monthly paperwork including petty cash and accounts payable.
• Plan and facilitate team meetings.
• Be available as first line of communication within the center.
• Cross train for all center positions.
• Promote and model excellence in daily program operations that support the provision of quality services for children and families, and a learning environment where all staff can thrive.
• Responsible for daily leadership, supervision, training, and modeling of best practices for center staff and volunteers.
• Obtain and share knowledge of theories and techniques regarding Early Childhood development.
• Basic care for the needs of children including but not limited to diapering, feeding, and napping routines.
• Conduct home visits and parent teacher conferences.
• Create and implement developmentally appropriate weekly lesson plans individualizing for children's needs by using observations.
• Work in conjunction with the Family Advocate to support family engagement.
• Implement and maintain the Head Start Performance Standards, Policies and Procedures, KDHE Licensing and best practices, CACFP Infant Feeding Guild lines, Personnel Manual, Positive Behavior Support (PBS), Animated Literacy, Reflective Supervision, ERSEA, Apricot, Creative Curriculum, Second Step, and monthly Program Information Report (PIR), and recruitment plans to ensure compliance.
• Provide regular supervision and support of staff through recognized practices such as reflective supervision, training, and performance appraisal systems for assigned staff.
• Participate in monthly mental health clinical consultations to support staff, enrolled children, and their families.
• Set up a developmentally appropriate classroom based on Head Start Performance Standards-using Creative Curriculum, and PBS (Positive Behavior Support) and other identified strategies with assistances from Program Manager, Area Manager, and Site Manager as needed.
• Directly supervise Lead teacher's, Family Advocate, Cook, and custodial staff/contractors.
• Cross train for all center positions.
• Be available as first line of communication with classroom staff.
• Complete and submit performance appraisals for those in direct charge.
• Ability to work unconventional business hours.
• Utilize Positive Behavior Support (PBS) process and strategies to prevent and reduce challenging behavior.
• Respect and support cultural differences and diverse family structures.
• Maintain dependable, punctual attendance, and adhere to appropriate break times.
• Attend mandatory In-Service trainings and staff meetings.
• Responsibility to report any suspected abuse or neglect to appropriate authority.
• Advocate for SEK-CAP, Inc. in the community.
• Maintain and assure confidentiality and privacy of SEK-CAP, Inc. customers.
• Uphold and promote the core values and mission statement of SEK­ CAP, Inc.
• Support management decisions both in actions and words.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Essential:

• Basic computer skills on IBM compatible P.C. systems and software.
• Basic operation skills of general office equipment such as photocopiers, faxes, and phone systems.
• Ability to get along with diverse personalities; tactful, mature, and flexible.
• Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the public and to communicate effectively and clearly both orally and in writing.
• Resourceful and well organized
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with co-workers, community partners, and customers.
• Ability to learn and adapt.

Desired:

• Strong organizational skills and self-initiation skills

• Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards/State Licensing requirements.
• Knowledge of area resources.
• Previous supervisory experience

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Organizational Management, Early Childhood or related field to Early Childhood education.
• Obtain State Site Director Program Approval through the State of Kansas within 30 days.
• Five years supervisory experience.   
• Successfully complete a physical exam and TB skin test before beginning employment.
• Obtain First Aid card and CPR certification at orientation and keep current.
• Possess current, valid driver’s license and meet agency insurance underwriting guidelines.
• Submit to and pass standard criminal history check.
• Successfully complete a physical exam, TB skin test, and be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before beginning employment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Sit or occasionally stand; walk and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Required vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Outside weather conditions.
• Extreme cold and extreme heat.
• Noise level is usually quiet to moderate.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental Insurance
  
• Vision Insurance
  
• Paid Disability Insurance
• Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Paid Training
• Referral Program
  
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $25