Site Supervisor-Booth Day Care

The Salvation Army Southern California; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Oakland, CA, is looking for an experienced individual to assist in managing daily childcare activities and supervising staff. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with state regulations, fostering a safe environment for children, and engaging with families. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a childcare setting, strong supervisory skills, and a degree in Early Childhood Education. This role is vital for maintaining high-quality care and supporting staff development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a childcare setting.
• Minimum of 2 years supervising adults.
• Ability to work with diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to speak and write English at a professional level.

Responsibilities

• Assist Program Director in monitoring daily activities.
• Create and maintain a safe learning environment.
• Supervise, evaluate, and train assigned staff.
• Engage with parents and encourage family involvement.
• Maintain attendance and meal count records.

Skills

Experience working with young children

Supervision and evaluation

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Ability to work under stress

Understanding of child development

Confidentiality standards

Education

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Pay Range $26-$28

Minimum of 24 ECE/CD units completed prior to hire

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

BASIC PURPOSE

The purpose of this position is to assist the Program Director in monitoring the daily activities of the staff and children, to enforce the State and County licensing regulations throughout the Center and to assist with the clerical duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and maintain a safe space for children to learn and grow
• Assist Program Director with supervising, evaluating, training and guiding assigned staff
• Ensure staff understand and adhere to internal and external standards and licensing requirements (i.e. CA Education Codes Title 5, Title 22)
• Interact with children and parents and encourage their involvement in activities
• Assist Program Director with developing, maintaining and tracking student’s working folders and Desired Results Developmental Profiles (DRDP)
• Assist Program Director the bi-annual evaluation of children's environments
• Substitute, as needed, in classrooms ensuring adequate staff ratios
• Engage with parents and maintain good relationships with families
• Maintain attendance and meal count records in office for monthly stats.
• Coordinate intake/exit procedures in compliance with licensing requirements
• Conduct community outreach
• Maintain inventory of office and janitorial supplies
• Attend staff meetings, training courses and provide training on in-service days
• Maintain and execute confidential information according to HIPPA standards
• Maintain a highly detailed and organized filling system
• Answer phone, handle routine questions and direct calls
• Utilize harm reduction and trauma informed care principles
• Maintain a professional image and procedures for the front office
• Complete written documentation of participant infractions
• Maintain a neat and organized filing system
• Check and respond to emails and voicemails on a regular basis
• Adhere to confidentiality standards
• Other related duties, as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience of working with young children in a childcare setting or Child Development Center
• Minimum of 2 years supervising adults
• Demonstrated ability to work with children in an active environment
• Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices for infants, toddlers and preschoolers
• Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to operate under stressful working conditions in a rapidly changing work environment with multiple priorities is required
• Ability to speak and write the English language at a high and professional level
• High degree of confidentiality
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office applications Word, Excel and Outlook preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent and professional telephone etiquette and presence
• High degree of organizational skills
• Approach problem solving creatively
• Strong ability to utilize a high level of time management and handling multiple tasks

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Associates level degree in Early Childhood education, required. Bachelor level degree preferred.
• Must possess a valid California Class C Driver License, and ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle
• Must be 21 years or older
• Complete The Salvation Army vehicle course training
• Must have Site Supervisor permit or equivalent
• Minimum of 24 ECE/CD units completed prior to hire
• CPR and Mandated Reporter Certificate
• Must pass Live Scan and other background screenings

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis
• Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects
• Ability to reach overhead
• Ability to operate telephone
• Ability to lift up to 25-40 lbs.
• Ability to operate a computer
• Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information
• Ability to operate basic office equipment and tools PC, Fax Machine, Telephone, Calculator, Copier, Printer.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.