Assistant Site Education Director

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION/JOB TITLE:** Assistant Education Site Manager

**STATUS:** Full-Time/Exempt

**REPORTS TO:** Education Site Manager

**SALARY RANGE:** $60,000 - $65,000

**SUPERVISES:** Support Staff (Family Assistants, Teaching Aides, Administrative Assistants)

JOB SUMMARY:

The Assistant Education Site Manager (AESM) supports the Education Site Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the assigned center. The AESM assists in providing leadership, supervision, and guidance to ensure the delivery of high-quality services to children and families. The role involves ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, including the Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, and local and state regulations. The AESM collaborates with other team members to coordinate services and foster continuous program improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operational Support:** Assist the Education Site Manager in managing daily center operations, including ensuring adequate staffing and maintaining compliance with staff/child ratios and group sizes.
• Classroom Assistance:** Provide support in classrooms as needed, ensuring effective implementation of curriculum and teaching practices.
• Regulatory Compliance:** Help maintain an up-to-date licensed facility in collaboration with Facilities staff by adhering to NYC Department of Health regulations.
• Curriculum Implementation:** Assist in coordinating with the Education Director and Coaches to support curriculum fidelity, promoting children's development across all domains.
• Cultural Competence:** Promote cultural competence, respect, compassion, and tolerance among staff and children by supporting the inclusion of global education and multiculturalism in the curriculum.
• Child Assessments:** Ensure timely completion of child screenings and assessments, and assist in monitoring child outcomes data.
• Special Education Support:** Work with the Health and Disabilities Coordinator to ensure timely evaluations and appropriate services for children with disabilities.
• Family Engagement:** Build professional relationships with parents to encourage communication and engagement, supporting the Family Assistant in family partnership services.
• Parent Communication:** Support communication with families regarding center activities, transitions, and other relevant matters.
• Parent-Teacher Meetings:** Assist in planning and implementing parent-teacher conferences, home visits, and Parent Class Meetings.
• Environment Monitoring:** Monitor indoor and outdoor learning areas to ensure a safe, nurturing, and conducive environment for children.
• Meal Monitoring:** Oversee family-style mealtime and ensure accurate meal count reporting for CACFP reimbursement.
• Staff Development:** Provide training and professional development opportunities for staff, including reflective supervision meetings and performance evaluations.
• Management Collaboration:** Participate in Management and Education Team meetings, contributing to discussions on program improvement and compliance.
• Recruitment and Hiring:** Assist in the recruitment and hiring process for new staff, including participating in interviews.
• Documentation and Reporting:** Ensure accurate and timely completion of required documentation, including reports to various stakeholders.
• Compliance Adherence:** Assist in implementing all relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as BSECDC policies and procedures.
• Additional Responsibilities:** Perform other duties as assigned by the Education Site Manager or Education Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• - Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Master’s preferred)
• - Minimum of one year of supervisory experience
• - Minimum of two years of classroom experience with preschool-aged children
• - Familiarity with Pre-K Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) and Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scale (ECERS) preferred
• - Education affiliations and certifications a plus

• COMPETENCIES:
• - Strong communication skills (verbal, reading, writing)
• - Cultural competence and ability to build positive relationships with diverse families and staff
• - Ability to administer screenings and assessments
• - Proficiency in classroom environment assessment and teacher-child interaction observation
• - Effective collaboration and team leadership skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Must maintain an up-to-date medical report with complete immunizations. The medical report must confirm the individual's fitness to work with young children.

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Childcare

- Dental insurance

- Employee discount

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Professional development assistance

- Referral program

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision insurance

**Schedule:**

- 8-hour shift

- Monday to Friday

**Ability to commute/relocate:**

- Brooklyn, NY 11233: Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

**Job-related location requirement:**

- Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.

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