St. Paul JCC Needs Early Childhood Center Director

Job Title

Early Childhood Center Director

Organization Name:

St. Paul Jewish Community Center

Job Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

Depending on Qualifications

Deadline:

Open until filled

Job Summary/Description:

The Early Childhood Center Director is responsible for developing and implementing the vision for the St. Paul JCC Early Childhood Program (ECC). The Director is responsible for creating a culture and atmosphere that helps children and families grow, learn and excel. This position directly supervises the professional staff, and is accountable for fiscal efficiency and effective management including: planning, organizing and directing all operational procedures, policies and practices for the ECC. The Early Childhood Center Director is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Director of Youth & Children’s Services.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

Create overall strategic vision of the ECC
Oversee the development, implementation and evaluation of culture, programs and policies that advance the vision of the ECC and guide the professional staff in the fulfillment of that vision
Lead and manage the daily operations of the ECC including:
Staffing
o Curriculum and program development
o Trainings and professional development
o Facility and safety
o Student records
o Marketing and communications in coordination with the Marketing department
o Camp Centerland (summer program)
Recruit, hire, train and evaluate full-time and part-time professional staff, including the Early Childhood Assistant Director(s), teachers, aides and support staff; Maintain a staff structure that supports the efficient and highest quality delivery of programs
Work with senior management to develop realistic annual budgets and make sound financial decisions
Create an inclusive community by working with the JCC Inclusion Coordinator and assisting families in learning to use community, state and federal resources to advocate for new or needed services
Ensure program compliance, at all levels, with the JCC’s policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local laws and NAEYC standards
Supervise the development and implementation of Jewish early childhood curricula
Work closely with the assigned public health nurse and state licensor
Actively participate as a member of the JCC staff team: attend staff meetings; work collaboratively on and participate in agency projects, functions and events

Experience and Qualification Requirements:

Required Competencies:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proven attention to detail, time management and problem-solving skills
Positive attitude and dedication to providing exceptional customer service
Commitment to the highest professional and ethical standards

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or other related fields
5 years of professional experience in supervisory and leadership roles
Ability to meet NAEYC director qualifications
Deep commitment to the mission of the JCC and the ability to effectively communicate the JCC’s core values to children, staff and parents
Proven leadership skills and the ability to motivate staff to work towards common performance objectives
Experience and passion for working with children, birth to 5 years old
Experience developing and implementing creative programming for young children

Preferred Education and Experience: