Description
DEFINITION
Under the direct supervision of the Early Childhood Center Director, the person in this position will support the Director which can include coordinating the early childhood program, ensuring an environment which promotes social/emotional, communication, physical, and cognitive development using developmentally appropriate practices in support of the goals and objectives of the program while maintaining all State and local regulations and school district requirements.
PRIMARY DUTIES – The following are examples of primary duties assigned to the Early Childhood Assistant Center Director. Other related primary duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
Maintain and oversee clean, sanitary, organized, developmentally appropriate, positive, and creative early childhood programs and classrooms.
Ensure all State and local health, safety, funding, and quality programing rules and guidelines are maintained.
Possess good customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and situations effectively.
Provide for careful and effective supervision of individual and groups of children, on and off campus, in accordance with District established policies and procedures and Colorado’s Office of Early Childhood Child Care Licensing Rules.
Provide direct supervision to Early Childhood Teachers and Assistants in the absence of the Center Director.
Will be directed to monitor staff performance and provide coaching and mentoring for performance improvement and professional development. Deliver day-to-day leadership and work with staff to ensure high performance, and to promote positive employee relations.
Coordinate with school staff and building administrators regarding program needs.
Work cooperatively with the Early Childhood Instructional Facilitator, the Early Childhood Special Educator, and all service providers.
Manage the Teaching Strategies GOLD® assessment accounts for one’s designated classroom and all program children. Support the Center Director in assuring that the data is used to monitor student progress and guide lesson design and classroom activities to support children in meeting the Colorado Early Learning Developmental Guidelines (ELDG).
Assist the Center Director in monitoring the quality implementation of Creative Curriculum and the selected behavior guidance program in the classroom and assure it is carried out center-wide.
Implement the Roaring Fork School District’s High Quality Inclusion program model with fidelity. Work collaboratively with instructional facilitator, consultants, Early Childhood Special Educators and Special Service Providers to implement this plan.
Implement the collaborative teaming and Practice Based Coaching models detailed in the High Quality Inclusion program model.
Create an inviting atmosphere for families by being welcoming, friendly, supportive to their needs, and inviting them to participate in their child’s education and in supporting the center.
Communicate professionally with parents, teachers, and district staff both in English and Spanish.
Maintain a Large Center Director credential level and an up-to-date Professional Development Information System (PDIS) account.
Attend required meetings and continuing education sessions and meet Colorado’s Office of Early Childhood Child Care Licensing’s required training and professional development hours.
Attend IEP meetings and parent conferences as needed.
In the absence of the Center Director, effectively act as the Center Director assuring the health and safety of the staff and children while supporting quality implementation of programming
Provide first aid, and health-related services as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Developmental stages and behaviors of infants through preschool age students
Developmental and behavioral characteristics of young children with special needs
Developmentally appropriate instructional practices and strategies
State and local rules pertaining to childcare programs
Curriculum implementation and developmentally appropriate quality lesson planning
Developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) and instruction
Positive guidance and classroom management techniques
Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluations
English and Spanish usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Principles of budget maintenance and preparation
CPR / First Aid/ Universal Precautions/ Medication Administration and Delegation training
State and local health, safety, and food handling rules
Dual language early childhood education best practices
Ability to:
Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally both orally and in writing in both English and Spanish
Pass Child Care Licensing background check and CBI fingerprint check
Supervise a variety of children groups in diverse settings
Remain current on issues and trends in early childhood education
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues in the course of work
Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff
Implement District policies and procedures
Use a computer and operate modern office equipment
Communicate with non-English-speaking families - bilingual skills preferred.
Work independently and with a minimum of direction
Maintain a professional appearance
Implement a dual language early childhood education program
EXPERIENCE & TRAINING GUIDELINES
Experience: Previous experience in a licensed preschool / child care setting is required; administrative experience is preferred.
Training/ Education: A Bachelor’s, or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a Child Care Licensing acceptable degree or Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential™ is desired.
Certificate or Credential: Must meet Colorado’s Office of Early Childhood Child Care Licensing
Large Center Director qualification by having a Level 3 Level Credential.
Current, or willing to update, on First Aid/ CPR/ Universal Precautions/ Medication Administration and Delegation training and certifications
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work both inside and outside and will frequently be required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time. The employee must be able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children. The employee must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. The noise level is usually moderate.
SALARY RANGE AND DAYS WORKED
Hourly Range: $24.34 - $30.67 Depending on education and years of experience.
Days worked: 252 days/year.
ABOUT THE ROARING FORK SCHOOLS
The Roaring Fork School District (RFSD) offers full district paid employee health benefits as well as voluntary vision, dental, and dependent coverage. Other benefits include: paid leave, CO PERA (pension plan) enrollment with district contribution, TSA options, Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs.
With 13 schools and 5,000+ students, the Roaring Fork School District is located in the culturally vibrant and naturally stunning Roaring Fork Valley serving the communities of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, and Basalt. The Roaring Fork Schools believe that teachers are our most important asset, and our teachers enjoy a true teacher voice in decision-making; clear and collaborative leadership; a highly competitive and progressive salary schedule; access to our affordable housing program; and a culture of self-care and well-being. We believe diversity is a strength, and our staff makes a real difference for our students who come from different ethnicities, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds.