Emanuelchamber
Location:
Swainsboro Primary School
(High-Needs School)
Date Available: 07/07/2025
Position Type: Administration
Date Posted: 2/27/2025
Early Learning Center Director
Qualifications: A minimum of a T-5 State Certification in Educational Leadership with at least 5 years of experience in Early Childhood settings or in a supervisory role in the administration of community programs. Experience with supervision of staff, fiscal management, and administration of the
Early Head Start Program
and
the Georgia Pre-Kindergarten Program
.
Reports To:
Superintendent and Principal of Swainsboro Primary School
Performance Responsibilities of Early Head Start Director: Work with the Administrative team to develop a full community assessment once every three years with an annual update. Lead an annual self-assessment process of the Head Start program from January through March with summary report complete for approval by Executive Director, Policy Council, Staff, and Board of Directors. Establish and monitor progress towards goals for Early Head Start Program as part of the annual self-assessment using input from Parents, Policy Council, community partners, Board of Directors, and Early Head Start staff. Oversee development and implementation of annual Content Area Plans and corresponding Policies to be presented to Policy Council and Board of Directors following a schedule established by Policy Council's Training. Maintain criteria for selection of children annually for review and approval by Policy Council and Board of Directors at the meeting schedules. Ensure plans to use all available community resources in Early Head Start are included in program goals each year. Share Year End Program Information Reports on Early Head Start with both Policy Council and Board of Directors for approval. Oversee annual training for Policy Council. Provide annual training for Board of Directors in December. Develop, recruit and support full Policy Council attendance at monthly meetings. Follow policies for hearing and resolving community complaints. Develop a monitoring system and procedures to assure compliance with all regulatory processes, performance standards, and regulations. Ensure standards for acquiring and maintaining space, equipment, and supplies are met. Participate on agency management team at meetings. Attend Head Start Association meetings, Board meetings, conferences, and workshops as requested. Maintain and support Volunteer Involvement Plan and implementation daily. Oversee all data and reporting systems to support the program. Maintain strong systems and protocols to demonstrate how program data is gathered, aggregated, and analyzed. Report to the Region IV regional office monthly for overall programming including outcomes data, and growth towards School Readiness Goals, Family Engagement, and other Head Start Initiatives. Ensure Early Head Start program is 100% enrolled at all times. Oversee the planning and implementation of successful federal Head Start Review. Develop and maintain all contractual and service agreements (MOUs) with appropriate service providers and community partners annually with renewal. Develop an annual Early Head Start budget and budget amendments in conjunction with the Fiscal Manager and an annually formed budget committee consisting of staff, parents, and members of the Board of Directors. Adjust and adapt the program to meet budgetary parameters annually or as needed. Meet/discuss monthly with Finance Manager to assure budget oversight. Report fiscal status to Executive Director and Board monthly. Prepare request for funds and proposed work plan for federal and state Early Head Start applications annually in May/June. Consult with Fiscal Manager monthly to monitor monthly expenditures, analyze variations from projections, and initiate corrective actions as indicated and appropriate. Communicate budget information to staff and engage them in containing costs and eliminating waste. Oversee an inventory of all program equipment. Oversee accurate and timely grant reports. Pursue additional funding to enhance program services as appropriate. Oversee review of Head Start Personnel Policies with Human Resource Manager. Directly supervise Content Managers, Teachers, office staff, etc. Make routine visits to each classroom and provide constructive feedback. Maintain a system to support communication of current center events and challenges, urgent program needs including staffing/coverage as well as weekly calendar events. Make recommendations to the Executive Director regarding the hiring, termination, advancement, promotion, or any other changes of status of Head Start employees as needed. Enhance program image through community education such as regular press releases, websites, speaking at community gatherings, etc. Ensure effective communication with all collaborative partners by hosting/participating in quarterly collaboration meetings. Create new and support existing community collaborations such as agreements with school district, Health Department, BCW, and other community partners. Keep up to date on state and federal regulations governing all aspects relevant to this position. Participate in other local and state level meetings related to all aspects of this position. Actively promote safety and accident prevention within the workplace. Report any unsafe conditions, incidents, and/or accidents immediately. Monitor and update Head Start Enterprise System monthly.
Pre-Kindergarten Director The Pre-K Director oversees the daily operations of a preschool program, including managing staff, developing curriculum, ensuring compliance with state regulations, maintaining a safe learning environment, communicating with parents, and providing leadership to ensure high-quality early childhood education for young children; key responsibilities include assisting with hiring and training teachers, managing budgets, creating lesson plans aligned with developmental standards, and monitoring student progress.
Required Qualifications:
Certification:
State-required childcare or early childhood education license Experience:
Prefer previous experience in preschool teaching and leadership roles.
Performance Responsibilities of Pre-Kindergarten Director: Staff Management:
Assisting with hiring, training, and supervising preschool teachers and staff Conduct performance evaluations and provide professional development opportunities Address staff concerns and resolve conflicts
Curriculum Development:
Design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with state standards Monitor classroom activities to ensure curriculum implementation Collaborate with teachers to create engaging lesson plans
Administrative Duties:
Manage budgets and financial planning Ensure compliance with state licensing and safety regulations Maintain facility upkeep and cleanliness Coordinate enrollment and marketing strategies
Parent Communication:
Conduct parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress Keep parents informed about school activities and policies Build strong relationships with families
Leadership and Oversight:
Foster a positive and nurturing learning environment for children Lead staff meetings and provide ongoing guidance Promote a culture of collaboration among staff members
Key Skills:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational and time management abilities Ability to lead and motivate teams Knowledge of child development theories and best practices Problem-solving and decision-making skills Ability to build positive relationships with parents and staff Performance Factors:
Sedentary Work : exerting in excess of 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Interaction with Others:
Ability to maintain, on a regular and consistent basis, relationships that are characterized by high expectations, teamwork, and collaboration. Ability to be flexible relative to daily routines. Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the differences among diverse populations.
Concentration:
Ability to maintain workflow and thought processes in the presence of frequent distractions. Ability to ignore irrelevant sights or sounds and intrusive thoughts or stimuli. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with only few or no errors.
Stressful Circumstances:
Ability to produce quality work when short or unexpected deadlines are presented. Ability to adjust work processes without incident when new and unexpected directions are given relative to a project that may be in process. Ability to maintain composure and not compound a situation when interacting with persons who may be angry, demanding, or otherwise less than polite.
Independent Judgment:
Ability to complete work tasks without being given precise directions relative to work steps or the final project.
Organizational Skills:
Ability to establish priorities, simultaneously manage multiple tasks; and deliver a quality work product by a designated deadline.
Public Contact:
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with superiors, colleagues, parents, and other individuals within and external to the school system. Ability to demonstrate professionalism while interacting with others and to maintain constructive working relationships.
Attendance and Dependability : Ability to report to work at the scheduled time and to seldom be absent from work. Demonstrate prompt and regular work attendance. Process appropriate paperwork to authorize absences in accordance with school system procedures. Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate manner and to be conscientious about work performance. Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually by the designated Supervisor in accordance with Policy GBI - Evaluation of Personnel. FLSA Status: Exempt #J-18808-Ljbffr
Date Available: 07/07/2025
Position Type: Administration
Date Posted: 2/27/2025
Early Learning Center Director
Qualifications: A minimum of a T-5 State Certification in Educational Leadership with at least 5 years of experience in Early Childhood settings or in a supervisory role in the administration of community programs. Experience with supervision of staff, fiscal management, and administration of the
Early Head Start Program
and
the Georgia Pre-Kindergarten Program
.
Reports To:
Superintendent and Principal of Swainsboro Primary School
Performance Responsibilities of Early Head Start Director: Work with the Administrative team to develop a full community assessment once every three years with an annual update. Lead an annual self-assessment process of the Head Start program from January through March with summary report complete for approval by Executive Director, Policy Council, Staff, and Board of Directors. Establish and monitor progress towards goals for Early Head Start Program as part of the annual self-assessment using input from Parents, Policy Council, community partners, Board of Directors, and Early Head Start staff. Oversee development and implementation of annual Content Area Plans and corresponding Policies to be presented to Policy Council and Board of Directors following a schedule established by Policy Council's Training. Maintain criteria for selection of children annually for review and approval by Policy Council and Board of Directors at the meeting schedules. Ensure plans to use all available community resources in Early Head Start are included in program goals each year. Share Year End Program Information Reports on Early Head Start with both Policy Council and Board of Directors for approval. Oversee annual training for Policy Council. Provide annual training for Board of Directors in December. Develop, recruit and support full Policy Council attendance at monthly meetings. Follow policies for hearing and resolving community complaints. Develop a monitoring system and procedures to assure compliance with all regulatory processes, performance standards, and regulations. Ensure standards for acquiring and maintaining space, equipment, and supplies are met. Participate on agency management team at meetings. Attend Head Start Association meetings, Board meetings, conferences, and workshops as requested. Maintain and support Volunteer Involvement Plan and implementation daily. Oversee all data and reporting systems to support the program. Maintain strong systems and protocols to demonstrate how program data is gathered, aggregated, and analyzed. Report to the Region IV regional office monthly for overall programming including outcomes data, and growth towards School Readiness Goals, Family Engagement, and other Head Start Initiatives. Ensure Early Head Start program is 100% enrolled at all times. Oversee the planning and implementation of successful federal Head Start Review. Develop and maintain all contractual and service agreements (MOUs) with appropriate service providers and community partners annually with renewal. Develop an annual Early Head Start budget and budget amendments in conjunction with the Fiscal Manager and an annually formed budget committee consisting of staff, parents, and members of the Board of Directors. Adjust and adapt the program to meet budgetary parameters annually or as needed. Meet/discuss monthly with Finance Manager to assure budget oversight. Report fiscal status to Executive Director and Board monthly. Prepare request for funds and proposed work plan for federal and state Early Head Start applications annually in May/June. Consult with Fiscal Manager monthly to monitor monthly expenditures, analyze variations from projections, and initiate corrective actions as indicated and appropriate. Communicate budget information to staff and engage them in containing costs and eliminating waste. Oversee an inventory of all program equipment. Oversee accurate and timely grant reports. Pursue additional funding to enhance program services as appropriate. Oversee review of Head Start Personnel Policies with Human Resource Manager. Directly supervise Content Managers, Teachers, office staff, etc. Make routine visits to each classroom and provide constructive feedback. Maintain a system to support communication of current center events and challenges, urgent program needs including staffing/coverage as well as weekly calendar events. Make recommendations to the Executive Director regarding the hiring, termination, advancement, promotion, or any other changes of status of Head Start employees as needed. Enhance program image through community education such as regular press releases, websites, speaking at community gatherings, etc. Ensure effective communication with all collaborative partners by hosting/participating in quarterly collaboration meetings. Create new and support existing community collaborations such as agreements with school district, Health Department, BCW, and other community partners. Keep up to date on state and federal regulations governing all aspects relevant to this position. Participate in other local and state level meetings related to all aspects of this position. Actively promote safety and accident prevention within the workplace. Report any unsafe conditions, incidents, and/or accidents immediately. Monitor and update Head Start Enterprise System monthly.
Pre-Kindergarten Director The Pre-K Director oversees the daily operations of a preschool program, including managing staff, developing curriculum, ensuring compliance with state regulations, maintaining a safe learning environment, communicating with parents, and providing leadership to ensure high-quality early childhood education for young children; key responsibilities include assisting with hiring and training teachers, managing budgets, creating lesson plans aligned with developmental standards, and monitoring student progress.
Required Qualifications:
Certification:
State-required childcare or early childhood education license Experience:
Prefer previous experience in preschool teaching and leadership roles.
Performance Responsibilities of Pre-Kindergarten Director: Staff Management:
Assisting with hiring, training, and supervising preschool teachers and staff Conduct performance evaluations and provide professional development opportunities Address staff concerns and resolve conflicts
Curriculum Development:
Design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with state standards Monitor classroom activities to ensure curriculum implementation Collaborate with teachers to create engaging lesson plans
Administrative Duties:
Manage budgets and financial planning Ensure compliance with state licensing and safety regulations Maintain facility upkeep and cleanliness Coordinate enrollment and marketing strategies
Parent Communication:
Conduct parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress Keep parents informed about school activities and policies Build strong relationships with families
Leadership and Oversight:
Foster a positive and nurturing learning environment for children Lead staff meetings and provide ongoing guidance Promote a culture of collaboration among staff members
Key Skills:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational and time management abilities Ability to lead and motivate teams Knowledge of child development theories and best practices Problem-solving and decision-making skills Ability to build positive relationships with parents and staff Performance Factors:
Sedentary Work : exerting in excess of 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Interaction with Others:
Ability to maintain, on a regular and consistent basis, relationships that are characterized by high expectations, teamwork, and collaboration. Ability to be flexible relative to daily routines. Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the differences among diverse populations.
Concentration:
Ability to maintain workflow and thought processes in the presence of frequent distractions. Ability to ignore irrelevant sights or sounds and intrusive thoughts or stimuli. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with only few or no errors.
Stressful Circumstances:
Ability to produce quality work when short or unexpected deadlines are presented. Ability to adjust work processes without incident when new and unexpected directions are given relative to a project that may be in process. Ability to maintain composure and not compound a situation when interacting with persons who may be angry, demanding, or otherwise less than polite.
Independent Judgment:
Ability to complete work tasks without being given precise directions relative to work steps or the final project.
Organizational Skills:
Ability to establish priorities, simultaneously manage multiple tasks; and deliver a quality work product by a designated deadline.
Public Contact:
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with superiors, colleagues, parents, and other individuals within and external to the school system. Ability to demonstrate professionalism while interacting with others and to maintain constructive working relationships.
Attendance and Dependability : Ability to report to work at the scheduled time and to seldom be absent from work. Demonstrate prompt and regular work attendance. Process appropriate paperwork to authorize absences in accordance with school system procedures. Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate manner and to be conscientious about work performance. Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually by the designated Supervisor in accordance with Policy GBI - Evaluation of Personnel. FLSA Status: Exempt #J-18808-Ljbffr