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Center Based Supervisor - Preschool, Seattle

Neighborhood House
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Child Development Department staff support the Neighborhood House mission framework and Strategic Plan by contributing to the school readiness of low-income children and supporting their parents, care givers and community. The primary responsibility of the Center-Based Supervisor is to guide and supervise the NH Preschool Teachers in their provision of high quality Early Childhood Education (ECE) experiences.

At Neighborhood House we have a deep commitment to our employee’s and client’s diverse experiences and backgrounds that guides our work for a more equitable future. We are seeking a team member that represents our dedication to service, equity and inclusion, to join our diverse team.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assume responsibility for superior program performance. Take initiative towards continuous quality improvement.
  • Provide leadership, motivation and supervision to the NH Preschool Teachers and staff.
  • Anticipate future trends and articulate credible visions enabling innovative and appropriate program planning. Design, implement and evaluate program development strategies.
  • Foster strong working relationships within the community.
  • Develop and monitor classroom budgets in collaboration with the Education and Special Needs Manager. Assist with grant writing and preparation, as needed.
  • Ensure the program is in compliance with all federal, state and agency policies and requirements.
  • Monitor program services for developmentally and culturally appropriate approaches.
  • In collaboration with the management team, conduct program evaluation, summarize results and provide concrete recommendations for improvement.
  • Complete all required program reports accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Recruit and retain talented staff. Inspire and motive ECE staff, provide clear expectations, emphasize the strong management decision-making, and mediate conflict.
  • Provide staff training and promote employee growth and development.
  • Appraise the ongoing performance of teaching staff and provide regular formal and informal feed back. Hold staff accountable for realizing performance improvements.
  • Make timely decisions within a team environment.
  • In cooperation with the Education and Special Needs Manager, establish and oversee a system for the ongoing monitoring of Head Start classroom files.
  • Actively pursue strategies to better integrate all NH Preschool services in order to provide the most appropriate and comprehensive program to families being served.
  • Support the staff with planning and implementation of parent engagement activities, involvement opportunities and parent trainings.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
  • BA/BS in Early Childhood Education. A B.A. in another field may be substituted if the candidate is able to demonstrate 15-30 quarter credits in ECE.
  • Three years supervisory experience in a realted setting, including group organizing and working with families.
  • Knowledge of and familiarity with the practices and principles of Early Childhood Education, including curriculum, assessment, individualized learning, promoting parents as their child’s first teacher, continuity of care, and teacher/caregiver/home visitor training and supervision.
  • Knowledge of and familiarity with local social service resources, referrals and networking opportunities.
  • Experience with data collection and analysis.
  • Demonstrated ability to relate to and work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work as part of a team, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, receive and provide feedback, and manage dynamic interchanges in meetings.
  • Experience with resolving problems, preparing work schedules, and setting deadlines to ensure completion of operational functions.
  • Experience in education program management, including program planning, operations, and evaluation and the use of management information systems.
  • An understanding of the Head Start philosophy and the ability to implement its principal of shared authority and decision-making.
  • Establish a professional development plan and participate in ongoing professional development.
  • Willingness to comply with established agency performance standards which may include: productivity/personal responsibility, client/customer service orientation, embracing a team player orientation, entrepreneurialism, and maintaining a professional demeanor.
  • Willingness to comply with Head Start Standards of Conduct by promoting the unique identity of each child and family; conforming with program confidentiality; following child supervision and guidance policies; and refraining from soliciting or accepting personal gratuities, favors, or anything of significant monetary value from contractors or potential contractors.
  • Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel independently to Child Development service sites and meetings.
  • Current Food Handlers certificate within 30 days of employment (maintain current certificate during employment).
  • First Aid Certification (within 30 days of hire).
  • CPR Certification (within 30 days of hire).
  • Sexual Harassment Training within 30 days of hire.
  • Current Blood Borne Pathogens training within 30 days of employment (maintain current training status during employment).
  • Child Abuse and Neglect training (within 2 weeks of hire).
  • Current Health Exam (must be obtained prior to employment). {PS 1304.52}
  • Current screening for tuberculosis (must be obtained prior to employment); rescreen as necessary. {PS 1304.52}
  • Department of Early Learning portable background check
  • Must pass Neighborhood House Background Check Requirement.
  • Position requires Washington State bi-annual criminal background re-check.
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with and experience implementing Head Start/Early Head Start performance standards preferred.
  • Bilingual ability.
  • Current or former Head Start and Early Head Start parents receive preference for employment vacancies for which they are qualified.

BENEFITS
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EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE
Neighborhood House is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are considered without regard to race, age, sex, color, creed, religion, disability, national origin, marital status, mental or physical handicap, sexual orientation (heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality) and expression of gender identity or any other classification protected by law. Neighborhood House encourages and gives hiring preference to current and former Head Start parents and children. We encourage people of color and residents of the communities we serve to apply.

FOR MORE INFORMATION
Inquiries may be directed to Human Resources at (206) 461-8430 or by e-mail to nhjobs@nhwa.org.