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Healthy Kids Programs · 2 weeks ago

Early Learning Director and Lead Teacher

Liberty, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$17/hr - $20/hr

2+ years exp

Healthy Kids Programs is a rapidly growing provider of Early Learning and childcare services. They are seeking an Early Learning Director and Lead Teacher to support curriculum implementation in the Preschool Classroom and manage essential administrative tasks to ensure the center's success.

Education Management

Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with the teaching team to ensure the effective implementation of our curriculum, fostering an enriching learning environment for our young learners

Take charge of administrative tasks such as planning, organizing, and implementing childcare services. Exercise independent judgment and decision-making authority in areas such as budgeting, policy adherence, and staff training and supervision

Work alongside the marketing team to promote our center through open houses, events, and community outreach efforts, aiming to boost enrollment and meet local needs

Manage operations in compliance with Office of Children and Family Service Day Care regulations, establishing a positive rapport with local OCFS licensors

Maintain comprehensive student records in accordance with OCFS requirements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations

Oversee the physical space, including procurement of supplies and developmentally appropriate equipment, adhering to ECERs guidelines

Handle all aspects of staffing, from recruitment to training, ensuring a team of highly qualified individuals dedicated to providing top-notch care and service

Utilize HR and Registration platforms effectively to facilitate smooth operations. Foster open communication with staff, parents, and caregivers, providing resources and support as needed

Become proficient in ECERs, Creative Curriculum, and CLASS observations, integrating these tools into daily operations to enhance program quality

Schedule and conduct parent-teacher conferences biannually, offering guidance to staff and support to parents as required

Develop and execute weekly plans, infusing age-appropriate lessons using the Creative Curriculum to ignite children's development across all domains

Foster positive adult/child interactions using the CLASS method, ensuring every child feels seen, heard, and valued

Guarantee the well-being of all children under your care, implementing standards outlined in ECERS/ITERS to maintain a safe and nurturing environment

Maintain open channels of communication with parents/caregivers via the Playground App, email, and face-to-face meetings, because collaboration is key!

Conduct ongoing developmental evaluations of children and organize regular parent conferences to discuss their growth, needs, and interests

Guide families through the transitions from toddler to preschool and from preschool to kindergarten, ensuring every child feels supported every step of the way

Keep Assistants in the loop with all classroom and program updates, providing training and guidance as needed to ensure everyone is on the same page

Dive into ongoing in-service and educational opportunities provided by Healthy Kids, because we believe in investing in your growth and development every step of the way

Qualification

Early Childhood EducationStaff SupervisionCurriculum DevelopmentNew York State CredentialChild Development KnowledgeCommunication SkillsTeam LeadershipOrganizational Skills

Required

A Bachelor's degree, including or in addition to 12 credits in early childhood, child development, or a related field; one year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home, or another early childhood program; and one year of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work

A New York State children's program administrator credential; one year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home, or another early childhood program; and one year of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work

An Associate's degree in early childhood or related field, with a plan of study leading to a bachelor's degree or a New York State children's program administrator credential; two years of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or another early childhood program; and two years of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work

A child development associate credential or another office-recognized credential, with a plan of study leading to a bachelor's degree or a New York State children's program administrator credential; two years of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or another early childhood program; and two years of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work

Medically fit to rock all the job duties and free of any communicable diseases including TB

Exceptional people skills with young children, parents, or fellow team members

Ability to lead and motivate a team and a commitment to providing quality childcare

Ability to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and do whatever it takes to keep up with young children