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early learning center director - Kansas City, United States - Swope Corridor Renaissance/Upper Room
Description
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
Responsible for the administration of the Early Learning Center program, including program design and management, oversight of record-keeping and monitoring systems and development of community partnerships.
Works in collaboration with the Director of Educational Programs, administrative team, and program consultants to deliver quality early childhood services.
Must meet requirements per any local, state and or agency policies and procedures.Maintain licensing, MO-AECY and NAEYC standards and regulations
Provide orientation to new employees
Plan and schedule administrative duties
Maintain accurate record-keeping
Manage classroom scheduling
Review and/or revise the Employee Handbook annually
Conduct disaster drills in accordance with state licensing requirement
Maintain a school inventory of equipment
Plan and implement professional growth for all staff
Provide support to the teachers in the areas of curriculum and assessment
Maintain current licensing documentation and follow all licensing regulations
Maintain accurate faculty files
Oversee the implementation of a researched curriculum and an on-going assessment
Review lesson plans weekly and give feedback to the teachers
Conduct classroom observations
Promote active participation by parents through trainings and communication with the parent representative to the board
Plan and implement an annual calendar
Review weekly and monthly reports
Review children's portfolios regularly
Develop and maintain community relations
Create monthly newsletters focusing on events, curriculum and all domain areas
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to determine and prioritize workload while being flexible to emergent/unplanned needs and situations.
Significant decision making and problem solving in the allocation of resources to program components, supervisory issues, scheduling and provision of program services.
Ability to handle highly stressful and sensitive situations in a professional manner.Ability to interpret and implement complex policies and regulations.
Ability to work independently and maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
Strong organization and time management skills, ability to meet tight deadlines.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Occasional substituting in the classrooms.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Early Learning Center Staff
Qualifications:
BA or BA in Early Childhood, Family Systems or Related Degree with emphasis in understanding child development of young children and systems integration.
Strong knowledge of theories and practices of Early Childhood
Education/Development
and Family/Social Services.
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