Site Supervisor I

NBCC; Novato (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NBCC in Novato, CA seeks a Site Supervisor to lead a child development program. The role requires collaboration with center staff, compliance with licensing standards, and effective budgeting, recruitment, and curriculum oversight to support NBCC’s objectives.

The candidate should have experience in ECE, California licensing knowledge, and CPR/First Aid certification, with strong leadership and team-building abilities.

Qualifications

• Any years of teaching experience in ECE with AA/AS Degree or higher.
• CTC Site Supervisor permit or in the process of obtaining SS permit.
• Solid knowledge of Community Care Licensing requirements and California Dept. of Education standards.
• Obtain and maintain Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR per California licensing.
• Ability to manage staff supervision, contracts, budgeting, recruitment and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Attend NBCC events and maintain a team-building, problem-solving approach.
• Demonstrate professional judgment for child and family well-being.
• Coordinate substitutes and work with staff as a collegial team.
• Ensure licensing compliance, enrollment, reporting and records.
• Plan activities aligned with NBCC best practices and supervise program delivery.
• Oversee staff development, evaluations, and scheduling.

Skills

Spanish language skills

Education

AA/AS Degree or higher

Job description

• Any years of teaching experience in ECE Programs with AA/AS Degree or higher; AND
• CTC Site Supervisor or higher permit or in the process of obtaining SS permit.
• Site Supervisors are required to work collegially as a team member with other center staff and respond positively to all management supervision and feedback.
• Solid working knowledge of Community Care Licensing requirements. California Department of Education requirements and of Industry “Best Practices”.
• Obtain and maintain certification of Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR as required by California State Licensing.
• Ability to manage all aspects of a child development program including staff supervision (including staff timecard management), all contract management, budgeting and financial oversight, child recruitment/registration and curriculum development.

Desired qualifications:

• Proficient in written and spoken Spanish language skills desired, but not required.

Job Description

This person must be a sensitive and mature individual who is able to relate well with children and parents participating in the program and all NBCC staff. It is also required that this person possess the personality and ability to work in a team situation and respond well to the Area Director’s supervision. The role of Site Supervisor is required to work collegially as a team member with other center staff and respond positively to all management supervision and feedback. The role of Site Supervisor is considered a leadership position. A professional attitude and behaviors are expected. The position is aligned with the NBCC goals, philosophy, and agency’s objectives.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

Professionalism:

• Attend all parent education and potluck evening events, as well as any other NBCC events deemed appropriate or mandated.
• Maintain a creative, team-building approach to job performance and seek to bring a constructive, problem-solving orientation to all tasks.
• Actively seek opportunities to develop skills and create opportunities to teach co - workers .
• Exercise professional judgment and discretion at all times for the care and well-being of enrolled children and families.
• Ability to work well with a diverse staff and excel in a multi-cultural environment.
• Obtain and maintain certification of Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR as required by California State Licensing.
• In cooperation with the Area Director and staff, obtain appropriate substitutes when ill, for vacation, and any other time away off site for any reason.
• Demonstrate ability to work as a collegial team member with respect, trust, and professionalism with the classroom team and/or co-workers.
• Demonstrate professional demeanor at all times.

Administration:

• Serve as the primary point person for the California Department of Education, Community Care Licensing and agency collaborating partners.
• Ensure compliance with all licensing requirements for the center including reporting, enrollment, and student records.
• Ensure compliance with all CDE Title 5 requirements including reporting, enrollment, and student records.
• In collaboration with the Program Director or if applicable, city school districts, monitor food service including adherence to nutritional standards, safety and sanitation and administrative requirements of the California Department of Education Food Program.
• Monitor all expenditures to meet projections of the annual program budget.
• Maintain waiting lists, conduct tours, and register children.
• Verify payroll, sick and vacation time for center staff.
• Perform any additional tasks as delegated by the Area Director.

Program Oversight

• Provide leadership and vision for the program both in the context of the center and community at large.
• Adheres to all NBCC policies and procedures as mandated by Executive, Program and/or Area Director.
• Plan and implement a variety of diverse, age-appropriate activities consistent with the philosophies of NBCC and Industry “Best Practices”. All activities and environmental set-up must meet the children’s individual developmental needs in their entirety (including social-emotional, cognitive, fine motor, gross motor, and physical development – including health and nutrition objectives as defined by NBCC’s Culture of Health).
• Maintain required supervision of children at all times (inside and outside) in accordance with California State Licensing regulations ratio standards.
• Manage, maintain, and train on CACFP regulatory requirements. Including meal patterns, minimum amounts to be served, and meal counts.
• Manage and maintain Desired Results Developmental Profiles (DRDP’s) in accordance with California Department of Education.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and inviting arrangement in all classrooms (including outside play areas) which compiles with NBCC’s best practices for classroom environments.
• Conduct or supervise the daily set-up of all classrooms and outside play areas in an inviting fashion as to promote positive exploration and developmental progress.
• Foster an atmosphere of positive communication and partnership with parents/guardians and staff.
• Evaluate all aspects of the program, including program design, volunteer capacity, collaborations, and family/community relationships.
• In cooperation with the teaching team, maintain general housekeeping tasks to provide an orderly, professional environment and atmosphere.
• Coordinate all program activities – Parents Orientations, Parents Conferences, Parents Advisory Committees.
• Report to the Area Director, in writing, all injuries incurred by children or staff.

Staff Development and Supervision

• In collaboration with the Area Director, hire, train and provide classroom orientation to classroom teachers.
• In cooperation with the Area Director, provide ongoing direct supervision for all program staff.
• Secure substitute staff as needed.
• Engage in regular self-assessment/goal setting and participate in evaluation of job performance with the Area Director at least once a year.
• Direct, attend and participate in weekly staff meetings, participate in regular planning meeting with the Program Director, Area Director, Site Supervisors as well as all NBCC Staff Meetings.
• Conduct timely performance evaluations for staff.
• Manage and supervise other programs on a temporary basis as directed by the Program Director.

Child and Family Interaction:

• Give warmth and positive attention to each and every child in the classroom.
• Recognize and consider each child in relationship to cultural and /ethnic background, as well as respond to each unique individual child and family with dignity and respect.
• Develop a meaningful relationship with parents through facilitation of open, supportive communication on a continual basis.
• Promptly direct any relevant information (positive or negative issues) to the Area Director in a verbal or written form.
• In cooperation with the teaching team, conduct ongoing written assessments of children and participate in semi-annual parent/teacher conferences.

Human Resources:

• Employee Rights (see Employee Handbook).
• Health screening as required in section 101216(g)
• Tuberculosis test & document as specified in section 101216(g).
• Criminal Record Clerance and/or criminal records exemption (DOJ, CACI & FBI).
• Valid Driver’s License (if transporting children).
• Child Abuse Managed Reporter Training (online).
• Employee Rights ( Lic 9052).
• Proof of Immunizations for MMR, Tdap & Flu .
• Current CPR & First Aid
• Child Care Center Orientation Records Keeping
• Preventative Health Practices
• Noise level in the work environment is frequently loud.
• Will work outdoors and indoors
• Will use computers, tablets, cell phone (if provided), and other office equipment
• Will work alone and with other peers and supervisors

Physical Demands

• Health clearance by a physician.
• Ability to fulfill physical requirements of the job including lifting up to 50 pounds, range of movement including squatting, bending, reaching, standing, and sitting.
• Proof of current Immunizations (Measles, Pertussis, Influenza, and COVID-19).