Preschool Site Supervisor

Preschool Site Supervisor

Family & Child Empowerment Services (FACES) provides families who live and work in San Francisco with high-quality early childhood education and enrichment; job support, training, and placement; and comprehensive family support services and referrals. Our mission is to empower families who live and work in San Francisco to transform their futures through evidence-based educational and economic opportunities.

Position Summary

The Preschool Site Supervisor oversees the daily operation of the child development center, maintains professional, positive relationships with students, parents and/or guardians and staff members at all times, and addresses concerns in a timely, confidential manner. The Preschool Site Supervisor is expected to uphold all licensing regulations, oversee all child development assessment and testing procedures and facilitate staff development. This position is exempt and reports to the Senior Director of Child Development.

What You'll Do

Program Administration

• Responsible for day-to-day operations of the Center.
• Work in partnership with the other Bayview Site Supervisor (Infant Toddler) to oversee the operations and team development for the BV infant, toddler and preschool program.
• Responsible for monitoring and following through on required assessments and screenings (e.g. ITERS, ECERS, DRDP's, ASQ's, CLASS).
• Responsible for meeting Community Care Licensing requirements, federal, local, and CDC guidelines and regulations (include Title 5 and Title 22).
• Maintain positive relationships with parents/guardians and children, and meet their cultural and linguistic needs.
• Responsible for supervising, training, and evaluating preschool staff (e.g. staff schedules, time sheets, vacation, and leave time).
• Maintain and update necessary documentation for all the children and families at the Center.
• Monitor and approve ordering of supplies and materials.
• Coordinate and monitor volunteers and interns.
• Ensure program staffing needs, including recruitment and hiring, are met in collaboration with the partner infant/toddler Site Supervisor at Bayview and the Senior Director of Child Development.
• Work to address parent/guardian issues when difficulties arise.
• Plan and coordinate Preschool Lead Teacher meetings to address Center goals and issues.
• Work effectively with other FACES employees and programs (e.g. finance, enrollment, family support & inclusion).
• Interview incoming family members upon enrollment, provide introductions to Center staff, and orientation to Center policies and procedures.
• Foster and model a positive, professional, and team-orientated environment for staff and interns.
• Work in partnership with other organizations, consultants, and professionals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Program Development

• Build teamwork and facilitate a cooperative environment with all staff, including Family Support and Wellness, the Inclusion team, and Basecamp.
• Work with staff to identify and address exceptional needs of children.
• Monitor and assist in developing, planning, and implementing Preschool classroom environments and curricular standards.
• Attend required meetings and training for continuous professional development for professional and program improvement.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children in classroom and center environments through active supervision and adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

You have a solid mix of the following knowledge, ability, skills and experience:

• Hold or qualify for the California Child Development Site Supervisor permit
• Three plus years managing a child development center
• Three plus years managing staff
• Strong organizational and conflict management skills
• Five years classroom experience in ECE setting
• Experience with state or federally funded child care programs preferred.
• Completed 12 units that cover infant toddler growth and development & curriculum preferred
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to meet required state, federal, local, and CDC standards (including but not limited to fingerprint clearance, negative TB test, First Aid, CPR)
• A deep commitment to aligning all program practices to FACES SF values, especially around equity, inclusion, and belonging for all our stakeholders
• Strong passion for and a desire to humbly reflect and grow in pursuit of our mission
• A sense of humor- we believe joy and justice go hand in hand!

What We Offer

• Annual salary between $90,000 - $105,000 based on experience
• Healthcare premiums 100% paid for employees and 25% paid for dependents
• Three weeks of vacation, personal and floating holidays, ten sick days, ten paid holidays (including one-week winter closure between Christmas and New Year's) and a day off for your birthday!
• A retirement plan with employer match up to 7% of your salary
• A chance to positively impact the lives of young children and their families
• A fun, dynamic and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to join a movement to achieve educational, economic, and racial justice!

FACES is a welcoming space for all. We embrace diversity in all forms- race, gender identity, sexuality, country of origin, religion, or ability. Candidates with diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

FACES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.