Director of Early Childhood Education

Director of Early Childhood Education York JCC 2000 Hollywood Dr York, PA 17403 Principal Responsibilities: Overview: As the Director of Early Childhood Education, you will oversee and streamline the operations of our award-winning programs, including Early Childhood Education, School-Age Care, Summer Camp, Parent and Family Education, and Babysitting.
In this leadership role, you will ensure compliance to education standards while cultivating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children.
We seek a strategic and innovative thinker to fulfill this role, which includes representing the JCC within the community.
Your responsibilities will extend to curriculum development, effective staff management, and maintaining open communication with parents and stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will possess a profound understanding of early childhood development, exhibit strong educational leadership skills, and bring a genuine passion for crafting a positive and enriching experience for young children.
Minimum Qualifications: General Responsibilities: Support and develop a senior leadership team and establish a high-level vision.
Supports the York Jewish Community Center, CEO, and the Executive Leadership Team.
Candidate must be a strong communicator and be able to develop exceptional relationships.
Manage adherence to quality standards in accordance with the vision of the York JCC and with the DHS, STARS, PKC, NAEYC, CACFP PA state and local requirements.
Maintain quality effectiveness measurements.
Support the team in the implementation of our ECE and School Age educational curriculum; collaborate with staff to develop positive learning activities; manage adherence to PA state and local regulations.
Work with senior leadership to implement strategic plans and goals in keeping with the mission of the program.
Remain knowledgeable in the current thinking and research in the various educational areas of PA Early Learning Standards, STARS, NAEYC, Conscious Discipline and any other curriculum development.
Support the ECE team with student evaluations (Teaching Strategy or other assessments) and assist in the review and results reported to families and PA agencies.
Lead the ECE department with a high level of energy to foster collaboration and effective communication.
Develop long-range plans for appropriate educational development.
Implement and maintain a budget in all areas of responsibility.
Maintain a personal/professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
Promote the JCC and its programs through attendance and participation in local area, statewide and national educational conferences and activities.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Performance Expectations: Positively and actively, promote the ECE and JCC's mission, membership programs, events, and charitable purposes to JCC members and the public.
Serve as a role model for members and staff demonstrating positive attitudes, appropriate attire and grooming, and an effective work ethic.
Be familiar with the mission and vision statements and Core Values of the York JCC.
Model the core values while working and communicating with members and staff.
Protect confidentiality of records and information about staff and students.
Engage professionally with families in order to inspire trust and confidence.
Skills and Qualifications: Minimum Bachelor's Degree in early childhood education or related field of study.
Preferred Master's Degree and/or with a minimum of 30 credits in ECE 5-8 years of experience with progressive responsibility in early childhood services A strong understanding of child development.
Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills The candidate must possess high energy.
Strong oral and written communications skills, technology skills.
Ability to work well with others (families, staff, children and community members) and to foster a team environment.
Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification.
Must clear full background checks and clearances - PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal, National Sex Offender Registry, and FBI Must pass health screening with a TB test.
Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds Work Schedule: o Full-time, exempt - Average 40 hours/week Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 Agency Information: Who We Are The JCC is a non-profit community center that welcomes the diverse population of York County, regardless of religion, financial or ethnic background.
Since 1910 the JCC's role has changed and expanded to reflect the current times.
Our staff is committed to providing members and guests with high quality programs and customer service.
Included in a membership is the use of the fitness center, over 100 group and water fitness classes each week, lap and family swims, open gym use, family art and gym activities, a relaxation center complete with whirlpool, sauna and steam room, and discounts on fitness, social, and enrichment classes and programs.
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