Pre- K Director at ALBANY JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER INC

Albany, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

17.8

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Supervision, Teamwork, Communication, Lesson Planning, Safety Inspection, CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, MAT Certification, Inventory Management, Fundraising, Project Management, Engagement, Sensitivity, Problem Solving

Industry

Wellness and Fitness Services

Description

Job Details Job Location: Albany, NY 12208 Salary Range: $17.30 - $17.80 Hourly Candidate must be cognizant of and then adhere to NYS OCFS regulations. Candidate oversees daily operation of the Pre-K and Kindergarten program at ASH, Montessori, or TOAST in Albany, NY. Position is held from September to June during the Albany School Calendar year. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • To design and/or implement daily activities for Pre-K and Kindergarten children including working after hours on lesson plans. • To set a good example for children. • To gather and set up the necessary supplies and equipment for planned activities. • To supervise and engage children in various activities at all times. • To distribute snacks. • To communicate with parents, coworkers, and supervisors. • To work with fellow staff members to create a teamwork atmosphere. • To assume duties as requested by Director and/or Assistant Director. • To follow all policies and procedures as outlines in the Staff Handbook. • To be available to work JCC Vacation Camp when school is not in session. • Oversees any staff members assigned to the Pre-K/Kindergarten area. • Assists with interview process for new Pre-K counselor candidates. • Help students acquire new or improved program skills. • Attend all scheduled conferences, trainings and meetings during afterschool and/or after regular daily afterschool hours. • Assume tasks in a mature manner and work with students in a warm and sensitive way, following the program schedule. • Assist with inventory of equipment at beginning and end of the school year. • Bring any concerns about students and staff to Director of Youth Services. Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Current CPR and first aid certification preferred • MAT certification preferred • Must be at least 18 years old Qualifications Education and Experience: • Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood or Child Development preferred or at least 9 college credits in Early Childhood or Child Development with a plan leading to a Child Development Associate • Previous experience with children required (minimum 2 years) • Previous supervisory experience preferred (minimum 2 years) Working Environment: • Able to work indoors and outdoors, in and around a school, and at offsite locations for field trips that occur indoors and outdoors, etc. • Assist Site Director with inspection of program area and equipment for safety concerns. Physical Demands: o Will include moving/lifting tables, boxes, groceries, other program equipment, etc. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Other • Assist with fundraising events as needed • Spearhead or assist on special projects as may be assigned • Perform other duties as assigned This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and the successful candidate will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor and/or other management staff as required. The JCC reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Every employee of the SAAJCC is an at-will employee, and this job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Responsibilities

The Pre-K Director is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Pre-K and Kindergarten programs, including designing activities and supervising staff and children. The role also involves communication with parents and staff, ensuring adherence to regulations, and assisting with inventory and fundraising events.