St. Louis Public Schools Saint Louis , MO 63150
Posted 1 week ago
Position Title: Early Childhood Education Manager
Payroll/Personnel Type: 12 Month
Job #: 8316
Reports to: Director of Early Childhood Education
Shift Length: 8 Hours a Day
Union Eligibility: Not Eligible
Position Summary:
This position will ensure that the Pre-Kindergarten program has a developmentally appropriate curriculum and resources that include the best practices and pedagogy in Early Childhood Education. Provide leadership, coordination, and administrative support in the ongoing development, implementation, and administration of all district curriculum cycle phases.
Essential Functions:
Creates, evaluates, develops reviews, and revises education curriculum and assessment forms that align with the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Early Learning Standards and constructivist theory
Develops, implements, and monitors outcomes of district goals and student achievement data to improve student learning
Prepares and submits accurate oral reports and/or written summaries regarding the status of curriculum and instruction within the district
Works with and engages teaching staff in a shared vision for effective teaching and learning by implementing a standard-based curriculum, relevant to student needs and interests, research-based effective practice, academic rigor, and high expectations for student learning
Works with the individual Curriculum Teams to assist them in the alignment of pre-k curriculum
Assists the Administration in the development of budgets for curriculum development and evaluation, textbook purchases, and staff training
Meets and coordinates with other curriculum area coordinators to promote inter-disciplinary programs
Provides oversight of special projects as they relate to curricula and instruction
Ensures that the curriculum component of all instructional programs is fully operational and being actively used by all staff
Coaches and trains teaching staff who have responsibilities for early childhood education
Reviews instructional practices to assist in the development of teacher's continuous improvement of lesson content and delivery
Conducts classroom observations and makes recommendations
Designs instructional strategies, activities, and materials that support teaching and learning for educators
Creates and supports a climate that values accepts, and understands diversity in culture and point of view
Engages families and communities in support of child's learning and school learning goals
Designs professional development sessions and training opportunities for educators and administrators
Plans, coordinates, and implements professional development services and workshops
Participates in professional development opportunities, including workshops and conferences, to bring new and emerging best practices into the program
Collaborates and works with community partners
Coordinates and integrates the Title I parent involvement program and activities with other existing parent involvement programs to support parents in fully participating in the education of their children to build ties between home and school
Develop and implement supplemental resources
Plans and maintains community awareness and promotion of program services
Collaborates with different agencies in early childhood programs
Maintains confidentiality of families and records
Collaborates and works with internal departments and offices
Regularly communicates with teachers, building principals, teaching assistants, and academic instructional coaches.
Participates in fairs, recruitment efforts, and other community activities when required
Performs any other duties as assigned by the Director of Early Childhood Education
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Apply principles of logical thinking to define the problem, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Deep understanding of developmentally appropriate best practices, and evidence-based teaching techniques applicable to Early Childhood Education
Understanding of early childhood theories and approaches (Reggio Emilia, Montessori, Project Construct, etc.)
Understanding of Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Early Learning Standards for all content areas
Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written or oral form
Ability to effectively work and interact with others
Guides teachers in setting and achieving professional goals that positively impact students
Computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
Demonstrated commitment to continual learning
Ability to manage, organize, and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and oral communication skills, including preparation of reports and presentations
Must know problem-solving and collaborative negotiation skills
Understand the role of leadership within a multi-faceted program
Exhibit strong interpersonal relationships with colleagues
Perform duties in a timely and professional manner
Experience:
Education:
Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle
Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree
Working Conditions and Environment:
Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment
Very limited or no exposure to physical risk
Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
In connection with hiring for this position, the district shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or national origin.
SLPS believes in taking care of its employees. We offer a fully-insured health care plan along with some amazing perks! Here are some of the highlights of our benefits plan and perks, but you'll want to check out www.slps.org/careers for all of the details.
Fully-paid health insurance for self
$40,000 group term life insurance
Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs
Pension plan
Robust wellness programs
Please note benefit and perk eligibility may vary by employee status, employment date, and job classification.
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