Job Title:
Early Childhood Center Director
Organization Name:
Minnesota JCC
Job Type:
Full-time
Salary Range:
$70,000-$76,000
Deadline:
Open until filled
Position Summary:
The Early Childhood Center Director is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, enriching environment for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. This position will develop and implement the day-to-day operations of the program, hire and supervise the 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 position is at the Minnesota JCC Sabes Center Minneapolis.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Work in partnership with ECC leadership team to create overall strategic vision for the Sabes ECC
- Ensure the safety, health, and well-being of all children and staff in the ECC
- Create an inclusive, nurturing, enriching, creative environment conducive to active learning for children
- Coordinate the overall management and maintenance of the ECC facility, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff
- Recruit, hire, train, supervise and mentor staff
- Oversee annual budget by developing and meeting financial targets
- Oversee annual enrollment; including entrance, waitlist, transitions, and exits
- Maintain ongoing, regular communication with families about ECC programs and policies, needs of children, and concerns of families
- Work with ECC leadership team to coordinate and facilitate staff meetings and professional development
- Oversee accurate and confidential record-keeping for all ECC operations, including student and staff records, financial documentation, and compliance-related information
- Operate the ECC program in compliance of the Minnesota Department of Human Services standards for licensing and other governmental and agency standards
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Program Officer to support the overall goals and needs of the ECC and the organization
Experience and Qualifications Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, elementary education or related field
- 5+ years of administrative experience in an early childhood setting including staff supervision and fiscal management
- Knowledge and understanding of Minnesota Department of Human Services standards for licensing
- Understanding of early learning standards for best practices for implementation and alignment of kindergarten readiness
- Proven leadership skills and the ability to motivate staff to work towards common performance objectives
- Knowledge of Jewish culture and traditions
- Commitment to equity, diversity, environmental stewardship, and social justice
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
- Thorough understabnding of children development from birth to
- Commitment to the highest professional and ethical standards
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter, resume and three references to Alex Fisher, Minnesota JCC Chief Program Officer, at [email protected].
Additional Information
ABUSE RISK MANAGEMENT:
Adhere to policies related to boundaries with participants
Attend required abuse risk management training
Adhere to procedures related to managing high risk activities and supervising participants
Report inappropriate behaviors and policy violations
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Assistant ECC Director at the Sabes Site
Teachers
Assistant Teachers
Aides
BENEFITS:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
SCHEDULE:
Monday to Friday
COMMUTING:
Minneapolis, MN 55416: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s (Preferred)
EXPERIENCE:
Supervising: 5 years (Required)
LOCATION:
In-person
