Early Learning Education Manager
Company: THINK Together
Location: San Jose
Posted on: April 15, 2024
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Job Description:
Overview:
Early Learning Program Manager - Founded in 1997, Think Together
partners with schools to change the odds for kids by providing
award-winning programs during and outside the school day. We're one
of California's largest nonprofits working in school districts from
San Diego to San Francisco. Whether you're interested in early
learning, elementary, middle or high school, you can invest in your
community by working at a local school or working within our home
office providing support! - GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:
Under general supervision of the Director of Program and
Operations, the Early Learning Program Manager will fulfill a
variety of assignments, which support the Early Learning Program in
delivering services district wide. This full-time position is
primarily responsible for the direct supervision of the Early
Learning Program as well as active participation with Program
events. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
--- Plan, organize and implement the program for preschool-aged
children in accordance with approved curriculum, applicable
policies and philosophy of Think Together.
--- Manage center base site staff. Interview, hire and evaluate the
Master Teacher, Associate Teachers, and Teachers Aide.
--- Assist in setting programmatic goals aligned to the Early
Learning Program and district strategic plan.
--- Participate in the curriculum and lesson planning for the Early
Learning Program.
--- Ensure that frequent trainings are delivered throughout the
year. (Training geared toward child development best practices,
general content understanding and teaching strategies in delivering
the Early Learning Program with the highest level of fidelity and
quality.)
--- Deliver at least four workshops and trainings for staff to
share Think Together's Early Learning Program best practices and
teaching strategies.
--- Supervise the delivery of a high-quality parent component as
defined within the goals set in the Early Learning Program
strategic plan to include; parent trainings, guest speakers, home
resources and access to community resources offered.
--- Manage Early Learning Program calendar and set session dates in
accordance to school district calendar offered.
--- Collaborate with school administrators, school staff, and
parents on a regular basis and student needs. Regarding program
activities and student needs.
--- Oversee and coordinate center base site supply inventory and
replenishment of supplies.
--- Maintain comprehensive records and product reports.
--- Work collaboratively with the data and evaluation department to
ensure information is reported accurately
--- Work with Fund Development department to arrange site visit for
volunteers, community leaders, school administrators and
funders.
--- Ensure compliance and best practices in, but not limited to,
the Desired Result Developmental Profile ("DRDP"), Environmental
Rating Scale, Teacher Child Interactions and Licensing, Title
22.
--- Perform other duties as assigned. Other Functions and
Responsibilities
--- Ensure the safety plan at the site.
--- Implement other human resource policies and procedures.
--- Implement other plans or management requirements related to the
site's owner or manager.
--- Supervise, train and develop subordinates in line with the
objectives, policies and procedures of the organization. Complete
supervisory responsibilities in a timely and thorough manner.
--- Maintain highest degree of confidentiality in student, staff
and management matters. EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE: ---
Bachelor's degree (BA) from a four-year college or university in
Child Development/Early Childhood Education or related field
required; additional course work or Master's degree (MA)
preferred.
--- Child Development - Director Permit issued by the Department of
Education preferred. (Think Together will help in attaining
Director Permit for qualified candidates)
--- At least 8 years classroom experience working with 0 - 5 years
old preferred.
--- At least 5 years in leadership or staff development position;
leadership experience in early child development educational field
desirable.
--- Prior experience in preschool curriculum design required.
--- Prior experience in conducting trainings and workshops required
Bilingual in Spanish/English QUALIFICATIONS
--- Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends.
--- Must be willing to travel to off-site meetings and events.
--- Must pass background check COMPENSATION:
Keywords: THINK Together, San Jose , Early Learning Education Manager, Education / Teaching , San Jose, California
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