Group Supervisor

Reports to: Assistant Director Location: Mt. Nazareth Learning Center Hours: Fulltime position – 40 hours a week. HFI Mission Duties Holy Family Institute (HFI) is a 125-year-old Catholic organization with an impeccable history of serving children and families in the Pittsburgh Region. We are one of Pittsburgh’s largest social service organizations operating 15 programs in two counties. We are an independent organization guided by Catholic Social Teachings and serving people of all faiths and backgrounds. General Statement Of Duties The Group Supervisor facilitates the operation of a safe, stimulating and developmentally appropriate environment for the children in their care. The Group Supervisor greets and communicates with the parents of the children in their classroom; prepares lessons for the children according to the PA Learning standards and the goals of the Creative Curriculum; instructs and cares for children; keeps ratio and interacts in an appropriate and professional manner with the children and colleagues. The group supervisor will work with Assistant Group Supervisors and Child Care Aides as a guide to them in the field. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Promotes the Mission and Philosophy of Holy Family Institute Promotes professional image of the agency through interpersonal interactions and appearance. Provides basic nutrition and hygiene services for children. Prepares and/or serves breakfast, lunch and snacks; cleans after meals. Supervises meals and self‑help skills to facilitate the healthy habits of all camp students. Supervises walks, indoor/outdoor creative play, and organized group games to help develop fine and gross motor skills, cooperation and pro‑social skills. Plan and implement lessons according to the Creative curriculum for their assigned age group Assesses children and completes all formal observations and conducts parent/teacher conferences. Complete all requisite paperwork, i.e., attendance sheets. Performs additional tasks as defined by leadership. Attends assigned childcare related meetings. Participate in all required agencies and regulatory training within expected time frame. Works collaboratively with staff, children, families, service providers, and others. Promptly reports civil or criminal convictions, charges, arrests, investigations, or adjudications that may arise since staff member’s last background investigation. Requirements A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children or an associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 2 years of experience with children or an associate’s degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 3 years of experience with children required. Basic knowledge of child cognitive, social and skills development methods and techniques. Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures. Child supervision skills: including the ability to be constantly alert and anticipate and prevent trouble, deal effectively with disruptive children, and provide fair but firm discipline. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for infants and children. Must have flexibility in routine and pivot to new activities and challenges each day. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have Act 33/34, FBI, and National Sex Offender registry clearances. Physical Requirements Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Ability to lift or push a minimum of 20 lbs by themselves or up to 50 lbs with the assistance of others. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and stoop for long periods of time to accommodate each child’s interests and skill level. Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly in person/on telephone. Commitment To Social Justice Holy Family Institute and its affiliated organizations are committed to an environment that respects and values every human being and individual differences. We will invest time and resources to create an inclusive environment for all of our stakeholders. This means we will respect diversity that includes race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, education, disability, language, and sexual orientation. We also believe that we should be “Faithful Listeners” and embrace diversity of ideas, perspectives, and values. We believe in providing access, opportunity, fair treatment, and advancement for all people. Believing that “God is Found in Everyday Activities” we will do our best to eliminate barriers that prevent full participation in our programs and services. We believe “Loving Relationships” means that all are welcome, all are neighbors, and there are no exceptions. With this belief we aim to create an environment in which any individual or group can feel welcomed, respected, supportive, and valued. Holy Family Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr