- Assist the Program Director in overseeing the daily operations of Head Start and Pre-K Counts programs, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and all federal, state, and local regulations.
- Collaborate with program director and supervisors to develop and implement policies, procedures, and strategies to enhance program quality and effectiveness and ensure compliance with Head Start performance standards and OCDEL requirements.
- Provide leadership and support to program staff, including supervisors, education specialists, teachers, support staff, and administrative personnel.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and identify opportunities for professional development.
- Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes teamwork, collaboration, and continuous learning.
- Work closely with the Program Director to develop and implement strategies to engage families and communities in program activities and decision-making processes.
- Assist the Director in developing and managing program budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources and compliance with funding requirements.
- Monitor expenditures and financial reports, identifying variances and making recommendations for adjustments as needed.
- Monitor and organize the Federal, HSSAP and Pre-K Counts grant reviews.
- Minimum of a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field is required.
- Early Childhood Education, Level II certification.
- Supervisory experience required. Supervisory certificate preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in early childhood education, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
- Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards, Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts guidelines, and other relevant regulations.
- Successful experience working with at-risk children and families.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and foster a culture of inclusivity and respect.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Organizational skills, initiative, and an ability to work with limited supervision.
- Ability and experience in working as a member of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications and willingness to work with new technologies.
- Such additions and alterations to the above qualifications as the Program Administration and Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
- Ability to comply with the AIU Conduct Policy.
- Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR Clearances required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).
- School Personnel Health Record (Form H must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.
- Sitting for extended period of time
- Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 35 pounds
- Ability to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies
- Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner
- Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English speaking customers
- Hearing clearly
- Adequate vision to perform duties
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Assistant Director, Early Childhood Education - Homestead, United States - Allegheny Intermediate Unit
Description
Job Title: Assistant Director, Early Childhood Education
Position Summary:
This position plays a pivotal role in supporting the Program Director, Early Childhood Education in the effective management and administration of the Head Start and Pre-K Counts programs to ensure high-quality early childhood education and comprehensive services are provided to children and families.
This position requires a deep commitment to early childhood education, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, families, and community partners.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.
Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.
Reports To: Program Director, Early Childhood Education
Department: Early Childhood Education
Position Schedule: This is a full-time, -day calendar position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Hours of work are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hours are dependent on the needs of the districts. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Salary: Grade 17
Benefits: Act 93
To Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter, resume, clearances, PDE Teaching Certificate (if applicable) and transcripts at the AIU Career Site.
Please send any questions to:
The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D.
