Center Manager

Family Guidance Center; Wetumpka (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Guidance Center seeks a supervisor for J.R Foster Head Start in Wetumpka, AL. The role involves ensuring the implementation of the Early Learning System, supervising staff, and assisting teaching staff in their roles.

Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in early education or related field, with experience in early childhood settings. Key requirements include certification in CPR/First Aid and valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of managerial experience required.
• Experience in an early childhood setting preferred.
• Ability to manage preschool programs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure implementation of Family Guidance Center Early Learning System.
• Supervise center staff effectively.
• Assist teaching staff in fulfilling their roles.

Skills

Management

Teaching

Collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

Job Location: J.R Foster Head Start - Wetumpka, AL 36092

Responsibilities

• Ensure full implementation of all aspects of Family Guidance Center Early Learning System, policies/procedures, and tools, with the goal of supporting all children in achieving School Readiness Goals.
• Supervise center staff (teachers, assistant teachers, program aides, and cooks).
• Provide assistance to teaching staff to successfully fulfill all aspects of their role, including but not limited to effective practices in the following:
  • CLASS Teacher-Child Interactions
  • Learning Environments
  • Curriculum
  • Child Assessment
  • Meeting All Children’s Needs
  • Working with Families
  • Professional Growth and Collaboration
• Work with teachers to implement program curriculum with fidelity.
• Work with teachers to implement child assessment systems reliably, including understanding child outcomes data and using them to plan and individualize.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with at least 2 years of managerial experience OR a bachelor’s degree in any field related to children or business (per Licensing requirements). Bachelor’s degree in early education preferred.
• Previous experience teaching in an early childhood setting; experience with supervision, management or coaching preferred.
• Experience managing an infant/toddler or preschool program.
• Experience with collaborations and community partnerships (if applicable).
• Experience in fiscal management/budget preparations (if applicable).
• Obtain ServSafe Certification.
• Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.
• Travel required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.
• Obtain certification in CPR and First Aid.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.