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Allentown School District · 4 months ago

Executive Director of Early Learning

Allentown, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$139K/yr - $195K/yr

5+ years exp

Allentown School District is seeking an Executive Director of Early Learning to oversee the district’s early learning initiatives from birth to 3 years of age. The role involves leading the implementation of the Pre-K Program, fostering collaboration with community providers, and ensuring high-quality early learning opportunities for children.

EducationHigher EducationPrimary EducationSecondary Education

Responsibilities

Directs and oversees the implementation of a broad spectrum of early learning initiatives

Communicates the vision of the Early Learning Program to all stakeholders

Establishes a coherent, collaborative system for the programs and services that benefit children and families

Develops and implements long and short-term strategic plans consistent with the district’s vision and mission

Works collaboratively with community partners to achieve the goal of increasing the opportunity for children to access high quality early learning opportunities

Builds support for sustainability of initiatives that will improve early learning opportunities

Coordinates, plans, implements, and assesses the capacity building of assigned personnel via professional learning based on current research

Identifies and provides support for parents to enhance and extend the school learning experiences of children at home; coordinates parent support sessions, including strategies, care and nurturing, and proper nutrition

Builds coordination of services and articulation between the early learning and elementary levels of the instructional program

Supports the transition of students entering Kindergarten from community-based early learning programs

Creates and implements an early learning program that encompasses the whole child cognitively (academic programs), socially, and emotionally

Collects and analyzes data regarding the performance and experiences of all students and other pertinent information affecting the design and implementation of services and programs, using the information to recommend new programs and modifications in existing programs

Creates and sustains a positive and collaborative environment for central and school-based personnel

Develops and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders, including families, community providers, partners, teachers, leaders, and others

Provides leadership for the development of the department’s budget, ensuring that budget decisions provide optimal support to address the needs of our students

Supervises assigned personnel, provides assistance, conducts performance appraisals, and makes recommendations for appropriate employment actions

Directs the preparation of statistical and narrative reports to ensure reporting requirements are met for state and federal agencies

Keeps abreast of current research, theory, and trends, and provides leadership in areas as appropriate to the district’s needs

Models and requires the use of leadership practices that promote high-performance, ethical behavior, collegiality, collaboration, and fairness

Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours

Prepares comprehensive narrative and statistical program reports

Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and/or designee

Qualification

PA Certification K-4Early Childhood LearningAdministrative ExperienceBudget PreparationUrban School ExperienceLeadership SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsTime Management

Required

Five (5) years administrative experience and Master's degree preferred

PA Certification in Grades K-4, and Supervisor, Early Childhood K-6 and/or School Administrator K-12

5 years of experience in an administrative capacity required

Knowledge of current applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures

Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic, and educational backgrounds

Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas and experience

Experience with school district organization, operations, policies, and procedures; the ability to read, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

Experience with budget preparation and position control

Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work

Experience with urban school districts and diverse student populations