Before and After School Program Pre-k Director and Lead Teacher at HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS

Town of Rotterdam, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Dec, 25

Salary

20.0

Posted On

23 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Curriculum Support, Administrative Duties, Community Engagement, Licensing Compliance, Record-Keeping, Facility Management, Staffing, Communication, Collaboration, Parent Engagement, Safety, Team Support, Continuous Learning, People Skills, Leadership, Motivation

Industry

Child Day Care Services

Description

Description WHO WE ARE: Healthy Kids is NY & NJ's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 100 locations and growing. We are a Certified Benefit Corporation reinventing accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and creating opportunities for teachers and caregivers to do what they love (and feel valued while they’re doing it). Join our award-winning community to provide the quality program children deserve while pursuing your own professional growth and development. Learn more about working with us at healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus. We're seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as a Director/Lead Teacher for our Before and/or After School program in Woestina Elementary in Rotterdam Junction, NY. This multifaceted role primarily involves supporting curriculum implementation in the Before and/or After School Classroom, while also encompassing administrative duties essential for the success of the center. HOURS: 7:00 - 8:30 am and 1:45 - 5:00 pm PAY: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour JOB STATUS: Part Time, Non-Exempt RESPONSIBILITIES OVERVIEW: Curriculum Support: Collaborate closely with the teaching team to ensure the effective implementation of our curriculum, fostering an enriching learning environment for our young learners. Administrative Duties: Take charge of administrative tasks such as planning, organizing, and implementing childcare services. Exercise independent judgment and decision-making authority in areas such as budgeting, policy adherence, and staff training and supervision. DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Community Engagement: Work alongside the marketing team to promote our center through open houses, events, and community outreach efforts, aiming to boost enrollment and meet local needs. Licensing Compliance: Manage operations in compliance with Office of Children and Family Service Day Care regulations, establishing a positive rapport with local OCFS licensors. Record-Keeping: Maintain comprehensive student records in accordance with OCFS requirements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations. Facility Management: Oversee the physical space, including procurement of supplies and developmentally appropriate equipment, adhering to ECERs guidelines. Staffing: Handle all aspects of staff training, ensuring a team of highly qualified individuals dedicated to providing top-notch care and service. Communication and Collaboration: Utilize HR and Registration platforms effectively to facilitate smooth operations. Foster open communication with staff, parents, and caregivers, providing resources and support as needed. Parent Engagement: Schedule and conduct parent-teacher conferences biannually, offering guidance to staff and support to parents as required. LEAD TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIES: Crafting Adventures: Develop and execute weekly plans, infusing age-appropriate lessons using the Creative Curriculum to ignite children's development across all domains. Safety First: Guarantee the well-being of all children under your care, implementing standards outlined in ECERS/ITERS to maintain a safe and nurturing environment. Keeping Connected: Maintain open channels of communication with parents/caregivers via the Playground App, email, and face-to-face meetings, because collaboration is key! Team Support: Keep Assistants in the loop with all classroom and program updates, providing training and guidance as needed to ensure everyone is on the same page. Continuous Learning: Dive into ongoing in-service and educational opportunities provided by Healthy Kids, because we believe in investing in your growth and development every step of the way. Requirements EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: To be qualified as a Director, a person must possess either: A bachelor's degree, including or in addition to 12 credits in early childhood, child development, or a related field; one year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home, or another early childhood program; and one year of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work. OR A New York State children's program administrator credential; one year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home, or another early childhood program; and one year of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work. OR An associate's degree in early childhood or related field, with a plan of study leading to a bachelor's degree or a New York State children's program administrator credential; two years of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or another early childhood program; and two years of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work. OR A child development associate credential or another office-recognized credential, with a plan of study leading to a bachelor's degree or a New York State children's program administrator credential; two years of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or another early childhood program; and two years of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work. QUALIFICATIONS: You've got the green light from your doctor - medically fit to rock all the job duties and free of any communicable diseases including TB. You’re warm, friendly, and upbeat. Exceptional people skills are your jam, whether it's with young children, parents, or fellow team members. Plus, you're professional, reliable, and always prompt. You're able to lead and motivate a team and have a commitment to providing quality childcare. You're ready to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and basically do whatever it takes to keep up with young children! PART-TIME PERKS: Telehealth Benefits: Stay healthy and happy with access to virtual care Vision Insurance: Keep your vision clear—because we want you to see your future with us! Dental Insurance: Smile bright with dental coverage that keeps you healthy from the inside out. AFLAC Supplemental Plans: Because we believe in going above and beyond to take care of our team. 401(k) for eligible employees: Yep, we're serious about your future too! Paid Sick Time Off: Because your health should always come first. On-Demand Pay: Why wait for payday when you can have your money when you need it? Career Development: Level up your skills and expertise on us! Growth Opportunities: We’re growing and we need people to grow with us! Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com

Responsibilities

The role involves supporting curriculum implementation in the Before and/or After School Classroom and managing essential administrative duties for the center's success. The Director/Lead Teacher will also engage with the community and ensure compliance with regulations while fostering a nurturing environment for children.