Preschool Site Director

Learning Links, by AbilityPath, is hiring for Preschool Site Director!

Opportunities available in: Burlingame

We are looking for experienced Preschool Directors with more than 3 years in a ECE Director position.The Preschool Director is responsible for operational oversight and management of day to day functions of the Learning Links program at one site location to ensure Learning Links Preschool fulfills its philosophy and mission as a high quality inclusive early childhood education program.

ABOUT US:

We are a non-profit organization that provides a variety of programs and a lifespan of services for individuals with disabilities. Our mission to accept, respect, and include people of all abilities extends to every member of our community. We are committed to the lifelong process of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) learning and application to build a more inclusive culture, where everyone plays a role in advancing DEI. We will always have work to do, and we look forward to doing it TOGETHER!

WHAT WE OFFER:

At AbilityPath, we support a well-rounded career experience with a focus on career development, collaboration, employee wellness, and employee recognition, including the below benefits and opportunities for staff:

• Up to 4 weeks of PTO

• 10 paid holidays*

• Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits upon hire*

• 401(k) plan with employer match

• Performance bonuses

• Educational reimbursement benefit with ongoing professional development and growth opportunities- Preschool tuition discount!

• Full-time staff only

WHAT WE VALUE:

• Passion for the mission

• Interest in working with children with intellectual and developmental disabilities

• Teamwork and collaboration

• Effective and open communication, thoughtfulness, and ability to adapt

• Shared commitment to DEI in creating a community where all members can represent themselves authentically

We strongly encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ+, disabled, and any multiply marginalized people to apply. AbilityPath is committed to recruiting and retaining diversity among our staff teams.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Supervise day-to-day operations of Learning Links program to ensure quality and compliance standards are met; manage all aspects of title 22 licensing requirements, compliance policies, and related staff training

• Manage facilities to ensure safety and cleanliness of the preschool and partner with facilities teams for general safety, maintenance and repairs; including planning for annual replacement of furniture, fixtures and equipment

• Manage parent/family relations to establish and grow meaningful relationships with parents throughout the school year; orient new families, manage parent communications, supervise Parent Advisory Committee projects and facilitate meetings to engage parents in preschool activities.

• Manage preschool staffing at specific school site and partner with HR team to plan, recruit and onboard new preschool staff

• Partner with Director of Inclusive Early Childhood Education and HR to manage ECE/ECSE college relations, internships, and volunteer programs

• Support a positive work environment for teachers and learning environment for children; create a culture of learning, teamwork, problem solving, reflective practice, and innovation

• Manage teacher performance and conduct on-going performance evaluations, mentoring, training and support for all center staff

• Responsible for completing bi-weekly payroll, approving, and tracking staff time off

• Support enrollment process from start to finish, including tours, customer engagement and cultivation of new prospects, develop strategies for recruitment, and knowledge of waiting list and current enrollment schedule

• Responsible for preschool site budget management and forecast targets; manage preschool cost spending, revenue and personnel budget

• Manage preschool team in continuous improvement through Quality Rating Improvement Systems (QRIS), DRDP assessments, and the tracking of student progress

• Partner with Managing Director and Director of Inclusive Early Childhood Education to manage curriculum development and classroom instruction to facilitate inclusive classroom learning activities that support children's social and emotional well-being

• Oversee the scheduling and preparation for parent conferences in coordination with teachers and services providers

• Oversee preschool administration and systems; implement administrative policies and procedures, update processes, and maintain preschool database systems

• Distribute preschool handbook and calendar on an annual basis. Ensure revisions and policies and procedures are communicated to staff and families as scheduled

• Support Non-Public School certification and partner with Director of Inclusive Early Childhood Education to prepare for annual site visits and certification

• Collaborate with Children's Therapy teams to coordinate services and best care for children and families who receive pediatric therapy in an inclusive setting

• Lead regularly scheduled staff and 1:1 meetings to provide consistent communication and training for staff

• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

In our approach to inclusive hiring, we recognize that job qualifications within hiring policies have been used to exclude candidates from marginalized backgrounds. Below is a list of Education and Work Experience that would be helpful to have in this role, however, we encourage you to apply even if you may not meet all of the listed qualifications, as any combination of lived and learned education and experience can make you a successful candidate.

• Bachelor's required and Master's preferred in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Special Education

• Required 24 ECE units with 3 units of Supervision, or Bachelor's in Child Development with a Supervisor Permit through CTCC

• Experience teaching, and managing or directing a preschool (or equivalent experience)

• Experience with an inclusive education model

HIRING REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid California Driver's License/ID

• Clean Driving Record (if applicable)

• Proof of negative TB test results

• Verification of occupational physical clearance

• Pass a criminal fingerprint clearance

• 18 years of age or job permit clearance

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:

Employees have the opportunity to share access needs during the interview process, upon hire, and ongoing throughout their employment. AbilityPath recognizes that each person has unique access needs and we are committed to an ongoing evaluation process to make our organization more accessible to meet the needs of our team members.

• Ability to physically respond to children with special needs

• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. as needed

• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, and bend frequently

• Ability to sit and keyboard as needed\

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

AbilityPath is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Our policy prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry (including language-use restrictions and possession of a driver's license), citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, family care status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, legally protected medical condition, military or veteran status, or other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. AbilityPath will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination against, harassment of, or disrespectful or unprofessional conduct toward an employee based upon any of the protected characteristics listed above or based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful.

Via Services is now affiliated with AbilityPath, thriving together to provide a lifetime of opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. Learn more at abilitypath.org/affiliationFAQ.

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