Early Learning Site Director-EHS

United Planning Organization Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match

Pre-Determined Leave – 5 days

Flex Leave – < 4 years

Sick Leave 4.5 hours/pay period

2 Personal Days

Paid Holidays

Ongoing Professional Development

Job summary

United Planning Organization seeks an Early Learning Site Director-EHS to lead our Early Head Start site in Washington, DC. The role requires a BA in Early Childhood Education or related field, with strong child development expertise and program administration skills.

The position is full-time, with salary $75,000–$85,000 and commensurate with education and experience; includes benefits and opportunities for professional development within the Office of Early Learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field; 12 credit hours in ECE; 1 year admin/teacher experience.
• Master’s degree preferred; 2 years admin/teacher experience in child development.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Child development

Curriculum planning

Data management

Professional communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

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Early Learning Site Director-EHS

Full Time Regular Full-Time Washington, DC, US

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

About UPO

The United Planning Organization (UPO) is the designated Community Action Agency for Washington, DC, and has served the residents of the District since 1962. Our Vision for the future is “UPO’s Washington: A city of thriving communities and self-sufficient residents.” Our Mission is “Uniting People with Opportunities.” Our Promise: Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.

About the Office of Early Learning (OEL)

OEL’s Mission

In collaboration with Family and the community, we will educate, empower, and support children by providing continuous high quality comprehensive services to achieve successful parent engagement and positive child outcomes. The UPO Office of Early Learning has a special focus on helping children from birth to age 3 to grow and thrive in a healthy, supportive environment. Our Early Head Start programs provide infants and toddlers with the tools needed to develop their social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and language skills—steering them in the direction of happiness and success.

POSITION:

Early Learning Site Director-EHS (2)

PROGRAM/DIVISION:

Office of Early Learning

SALARY RANGE:

$75,000 - $85,000 (Commensurate with Education and Experience)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or a related field, such as Social Work, Psychology, etc. and at least 12 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, plus one year of experience as a teacher or administrator in a child development facility. Strong knowledge in child development and the ability to implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum. Ability to maintain confidentiality, work sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse educational, social-economic and cultural backgrounds. Good working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point), data management systems, and the ability to use/learn electronic time-keeping program. Possess effective organizational and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or a related field, such as, Social Work, Psychology, etc. and two years of experience as a teacher or administrator in a child development facility. Ability to maintain confidentiality, work sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse educational, social-economic and cultural backgrounds. Good working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point), data management systems, and the ability to use/learn electronic time-keeping program. Possess effective organizational and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

In the event that an offer is extended, the candidate will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check and/or FBI fingerprinting, as well as pre-employment drug screening, as applicable for the position.

This position IS Not in the collective bargaining unit of the CWA Union

This is a Special Trust position subject to mandatory random drug and alcohol testing

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k) Matching Plan 100% Vested
• Pre-Determined Leave – (5) Days during Summer, Spring, Winter Break
• Flex Leave < 4 years (4.5 hours of Flex Leave per year)
• Sick Leave 4.5 hours every pay period
• 2 Personal Days
• Paid Holidays
• Ongoing Professional Development