Float Area Director I

Company: North Bay Children
Location: Novato
Posted on: October 25, 2024

Job Description:

Supervises:Site Supervisors, Area Floats, and Substitutes Position Qualifications:

• At least five years (5) of supervising experience in ECE (Child development) setting as Site Supervisor or as a Site Director.
• BA/BS in education, early education, human services, psychology, or similar fields.
• Program Director permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
• Able to oversee 3 or more sites.Plus: DOJ, FBI and Child Abuse Index clearance. Solid working knowledge of Community Care Licensing requirements, California Department of Education requirements and of Industry "Best Practices". Ability to manage all aspects of a child development program including staff supervision, all contract compliance, budgeting and financial oversight, child recruitment/registration and curriculum development. Accountability/Leadership: Under general direction, provide leadership, plan, organize, and direct daily operations of assigned area sites within NBCC. The VP of Programs directly supervises the Area Directors. In accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime compensation. The Area Director is considered a vital leadership position. A professional attitude and behaviors are expected. Area Directors must demonstrate the ability to work as a collegial team member with respect, trust and professionalism with co-workers. The position is aligned with the NBCC goals, philosophy and agency's objectives. Program Management ( 30%)
  • Maintain program oversight to ensure high quality ECE standards / best practice as mandated by California Department of Education (CDE) Title 5 Funding Terms and Conditions; California Department of Social Services (CCL) Title 22; and NBCC.
  • Area Directors will ensure practices and procedures are the same within the organization. Collaborate with other Area Directors and VP of Program to streamline procedures.
  • In collaboration with the President & CEO, VP of Development, and VP of Programs provide input and support for grant processes.
  • Plan and conduct monthly direct report meetings.
  • Area Directors will manage day to day HR issues involving their staff, seeking guidance from the Human Resources Department as needed or when more complicated situations arise.
  • Ensure continuity of all program activities - Parent Orientations, Parent Conferences, and Parent Advisory Committees.
  • In support of Site Supervisor ensure center staffing is complying at all times (vacations, absences, staff shortages, emergencies, etc.).
  • Provide support and strategic planning during mass enrollment - tours, subsidy, enrollments, phone calls, appointments, etc.
  • Area Director is responsible for overseeing recruitment, interviews and reference checks for NBCC employees and substitute teachers.
  • In collaboration with Site Supervisor/Head Teachers, hire, train and provide classroom orientation to classroom teachers.
  • Provides leadership and implements continuous program improvement, monitors program compliance with CDE and CCL regulations.
  • Report to VP of Programs, in writing, all/any instances that require reporting to state agencies.
  • Adheres to all NBCC policies and procedures as mandated by the President & CEO and VP of Programs.
  • Oversees the facility maintenance and operations of all sites in the region.
  • Monitor classroom sites to ensure that the facilities that support instruction are attractive, organized, functional, healthy, clean, and safe.
  • Other assignments that may need the Area Directors expertise, knowledge, or ability. Staff Development (30%)
    • In collaboration with the VP of Programs, plan and implement two annual Staff Development events.
    • Investigate and forward any staff development opportunities for teachers to Head Teachers, Site Supervisors and the VP of Programs
    • Oversee all NBCC's centers' programs and training and implementation of classroom curriculum to ensure alignment with NBCC Policies, practices, and mission statements.
    • Provide mentoring & training to the NBCC Site Supervisors/Head Teachers, Food Program Staff, & Enrollment Specialists to ensure NBCC policies / best practices are followed.
    • Coordinate with local resources for on-going and/or on-site training for center staff.
    • Engage in regular self-assessment/goal setting and participate in evaluation of job performance with the VP of Program at least once a year.
    • Conduct timely performance evaluations for direct reports. Budget (10%)
      • Collaborate with Site Supervisors/Head Teachers, President & CEO and the VP of Programs to create yearly budget.
      • The Business Director will provide templates and data to support creating of annual budgets.
      • Monitor all program expenditures to meet projections of the annual program budget. CDE and/or Subsidy & other Contracts (15%)
        • In collaboration with the VP of Programs, assist in compliance with all contracts - Food / Nutrition, CDE, grants, etc.
        • Provide training & support to Site Supervisors, Head Teachers, and Enrollment Specialists for compliance with Title 5 regulations.
        • Prepare in a timely fashion, appropriate applications and completion of mandated reports related to preschool education for the purpose of ensuring continued funding and complying with Community Care Licensing and CDE requirements.
        • Assist the VP of Programs to coordinate and develop the required NBCC site(s) closure calendars and CDE contract calendars.
        • Directly supervise and train all Food Program line staff.
        • Oversee the maintenance and monitoring of the CACFP Food Program for compliance and reporting.
        • Oversee or as directed, prepare in a timely fashion appropriate applications and mandated monthly, quarterly, and annually reports related to the Food Program including the creation and distribution of monthly classroom meal count sheets.
        • Assist as needed in any CACFP Food Program audits and if any corrective actions are required, ensure effective monitoring and implementation of required changes are completed. Garden (5%)
          • In collaboration with the Garden & Nutrition Director, oversee the communication and scheduling between Garden Educator(s) and Head Teachers/Site Supervisors for effective implementation of Garden of Eatin' curriculum with each classroom.
          • In collaboration with the Garden & Nutrition Director, oversee the communication and scheduling between Garden & Nutrition Educator, and Head Teachers/Site Supervisors for effective implementation of Garden of Eatin' parent/volunteer workdays, and other garden events. Outreach - Fund Development (10%)
            • Collaborate and attend NBCC fund development events.
            • Outreach, collaborate and attend meetings with Sonoma and Marin community partners. Examples: School districts, childcare planning councils, advocacy committees, local resource and referral organizations, and local food banks. Human Resources:
              • Employee Rights (see Employee Handbook).
              • Health screening as required in section 101216(g)
              • Tuberculosis test & document as specified in section 101216(g).
              • Criminal Record Clerance and/or criminal records exemption (DOJ, CACI & FBI).
              • Valid Driver's License (if transporting children).
              • Child Abuse Managed Reporter Training (online).
              • Employee Rights (Lic 9052).
              • Proof of Immunizations for MMR, Tdap & Flu.
              • Current CPR & First Aid Human Resources/Directors & Site Supervisors:
                • Child Care Center Orientation Records Keeping
                • Preventative Health Practices Physical Demands
                  • Health clearance by a physician.
                  • Ability to fulfill physical requirements of the job including lifting up to 50 pounds, range of movement including squatting, bending, reaching, standing, and sitting.
                  • Proof of current Immunizations (Measles, Pertussis, Influenza, and COVID-19).
                  • T.B. clearance within the past year.
                    
                    Compensation details: 81000-89000 Yearly Salary
                    
                    
                    
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