Learning and Developement Manager

Where your work makes a lasting difference. If you are seeking a challenge that is highly rewarding on both a personal and professional level; then consider a position with Child Inc where you will contribute to strengthening families and meeting the needs of children. Our employees are passionate about the work they do, in an environment where building success with others is the key to their own success and fulfillment. They are committed to professional excellence, compassionate about the families and individuals served, and supportive of their colleagues and the many volunteers who strengthen our efforts. Salary based on position, educational level and experience. Employer-paid insurance: medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability. Optional employee-paid insurance at group rates for additional life and AD&D. Education/training opportunities: financial assistance for formal and informal learning. Generous paid holiday schedule: comparable to public school calendar. Annual and sick leave accrual of one day/month of each. Retirement: shared-contribution 401K plans. Professional Development Opportunities Child Inc provides ongoing training to ensure that staff is highly qualified and effective in working with young children and their families and encourages efforts toward professional growth in all areas. A mix of seminars, community-led workshops, and formal higher education form the base of our agency’s continuing education program, to which is added an individualized professional development plan. Child Inc offers a tuition program for approved classes and degree programs, and other assistance is available. Full Time Austin, Texas, United States - 78751 Position Purpose Under the supervision of the Head Start Director, the Learning and Development Manager collaborates with the Head Start Director to design and oversee the execution of Education Services. The Learning and Development Manager designs the necessary embedded professional development supports that lead to effective pedagogy that supports positive child outcomes. This position is responsible for the following: Overall planning, coordination, implementation, evaluation, and ongoing administration of the curriculum. Collaborating to ensure written protocols, required training, and ongoing set up and execution of the child assessment system are in place. Designing and implementing a performance management system for teaching staff. Planning and implementing teacher effectiveness observations, environmental quality observations, and curriculum fidelity ratings. Providing training on various education topics including curriculum development, lesson plan development and implementation, learning environment, teaching strategies, educational materials and child growth and development. Performing with a strong understanding of Creative Curriculum® Head Start Performance Standards, Head Start Act, Environmental Rating Scales, Early Learning Standards, CLASS, Teaching Strategies Gold, CLI, and other applicable early childhood research and adult learning best practices. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Supervision and Evaluation Conduct timely performance evaluations that include appropriate feedback. Provide on‑going individual feedback toward the goal of effective performance through modeling, coaching, recognition/praise, and corrective action as appropriate and in a timely manner. Conduct monthly reflective supervision. Support hiring and retention of high‑quality teaching staff, coaches, and professional development staff. Review and authorize staff time records and overtime to ensure compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. Operations Collaborate with Head Start Director to design and implement Service‑Learning Plans and education policies and procedures. Coordinate the scheduling of pre and post CLASS assessments, individual feedback, and data dialogs. Collaborate with the Professional Development Coordinator to develop and implement New Hire Orientation and agency Professional Development Plan. Collaborate with the Professional Development Coordinator and the Head Start Director to plan and implement the Training and Technical Assistance Budget. Collaborate with the Data Coordinator to update Teaching Strategies Gold, Ready Rosie, and Hatch. Collaborate with Head Start Director, Executive Director, and School Readiness Committee to assess curriculum and assessment tools for Center Base and Home Base programs. Develop Child Inc’s School Readiness Goals and Educational Action Plan, utilizing child outcome data and state and national standards and regulations. Review and revise the Educational Action Plan, School Readiness Goals, and all other education plans annually. Provide School Readiness reports for Shared Governance. Develop and administer programming, reporting and assessment systems to assist Head Start centers in meeting performance standards. Plan, implement, and coordinate education components to maintain program compliance with federal standards, state laws, and local grant goals and objectives. Deliver effective communication system that provides a means of transmitting information to Head Start centers about new teaching methods, teaching techniques and other relevant information. Work with the Head Start Director to develop and maintain a high‑quality educational program that complies with Head Start performance standards and all other regulatory agencies. Monitoring Analyze child outcome reports utilizing the results of Teaching Strategies Gold and CLI assessment tools as implemented three times a school year. Collaborate with Head Start Director to collect CLI data from ISD partners to analyze student progress. Supervise CLASS observations three times a year and analyze results and make recommendations for ongoing professional development of the educational staff. Collaborate with coaches and Professional Development Staff to monitor professional development and curriculum requirements according to the ongoing monitoring plan. Assure that files and documentation are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained. Monitor implementation of the curricula. Evaluate effectiveness of onboarding and other trainings provided by Child Inc. Professional Development Guidance and Support Promote school readiness of Child Inc’s children by providing educational knowledge, mentoring, and training to staff and agency. Facilitate staff growth and development through professional development in multiple settings (one‑on‑one and group instruction). Meet with teaching classroom staff regularly to answer educational questions and provide technical assistance with lesson planning, curriculum, CLASS, and TSG. Provide guidance and support to center managers, teachers, teaching assistants, and in the development of educational knowledge and practices, leadership abilities, and classroom skills to progress in their professional development and ability to execute their position. Provide and support professional development and training opportunities for staff. Support teaching staff on a variety of education issues including curriculum development, lesson plan development and implementation, learning environment, teaching strategies, educational materials and child growth and development. Collaborate with Professional Development Manager, Early Childhood Specialist, and Content Managers to coordinate training at local pre‑service and throughout the season for staff. Collaborate with Regional Office of Head Start T&A Specialist for training needs. Plan and implement educational training for staff, parents and others involved in the Head Start Program. Develop, prepare, coordinate and maintain relevant training and professional development activities. Assess training needs and arrange training for classroom staff. Participate in pre‑service and in‑service training. Personal and Professional Development Assure confidentiality of all program information and family and staff confidentiality by limiting conversation about them and accessibility to their records. Maintain professional boundaries with staff and families. Complete all required paperwork and reports by assigned deadlines. Any person who suspects child abuse or neglect is required to report suspicions to the appropriate agency within 48 hours after first suspicion. Comply with Child Inc.’s Personnel Policies and Procedures, and with Standards of Conduct. Maintain required certifications: CPR, First Aid, CLASS, Food Handlers, etc. Obtain 30 hours of continuing education annually. Adhere to professional decorum when engaging with staff, other colleagues, children and parents. Staff Relationship Responsible to Head Start Director Supervises instruction coaches, Professional Development Coordinator Coordinates with classroom staff, Early Childhood Specialist, and Center Managers of support programs Minimum Qualifications Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education (ECE), Child Development or related field with coursework in ECE. Master’s degree in early childhood preferred. Teacher licensure preferred. Minimum two (2) years supervisory experience. Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in a Head Start program. Ability to plan and implement hands‑on relevant and effective training. Knowledge of conversational Spanish strongly preferred. Willingness to travel between facilities to provide assistance as requested. Must possess valid driver’s license and insured automobile. Must obtain a physical and TB skin test and must pass all criminal history background checks. Working Conditions Spend time sitting, utilizing the computer, and standing/walking throughout the facilities. Ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Perform physical activities requiring considerable use of arms and legs and moving whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials. Ability to physically lift up to 25 pounds periodically. In‑area and out‑of‑area travel. #J-18808-Ljbffr Child Inc