Early Childhood Center Director - Manchester, NH

Job Description

Job Description
About This Role

Challenge yourself to make a difference in the lives of children!

The vision of the Southern NH Services Head Start is '....to support child and family development and promote lifelong educational success'. Be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of children!

Watch this video to see who we are:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aAurpKFV40

SNHS Head Start provides:

Classroom support including available on-site coaching

Technology to implement curriculum and assessment

Four training days per year; additional professional development opportunities including workshops or coursework for credit

Opportunities for Advancement in the field of early childhood education

This position is 40 hours per week/52 weeks per year.

Visit our website at www.snhs.org for more locations

SNHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

What You'll Do

• Establish quality vision for the center. Manage adherence to quality standards in accordance with the vision and with state and local requirements. Maintain quality effectiveness measurements.
• Develop general educational curriculum; collaborate with staff to develop positive learning activities; manage adherence to state and local regulations.
• Maintain student records in accordance with established enrollment procedures and guidelines.
• Maintain communications with parents of current and prospective students through direct conversation, newsletters and parent handbook; implement community outreach activities to maintain and promote positive community relationships.
• Maintain positive relationships with regulatory agencies; ensure legal and financial compliance.
• Oversee all office functions including payroll, , human resources and personnel management (staff supervision) and purchasing.
• Resolve conflicts (including corrective action when necessary) to ensure a positive experience for everyone.
• Manage budget planning and review.
• Establish illness and emergency procedures; ensure staff is trained appropriately.
• Implement strategic plan and goals in keeping with mission of program.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.
• 5 years of direct professional experience in an early childhood setting.
• High energy.
• Strong oral and written communications skills; technology skills.
• Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Must clear full background check.
• AA degree or higher in ECE

Benefits

• Benefits:

  Health, dental & vision insurance plans

  Retirement program with a 10% employer contribution after 1 year

  Paid vacation, sick leave, & holidays

  Agency Employee Assistance Program

  Staff wellness program