Action for Boston Community Development, Inc.
Center Director
Action for Boston Community Development, Inc., Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
The Center Director is responsible for promoting the mission of ABCD Head Start & Children’s Services; communicating this mission to staff, families and the community, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards and policies. Essential Duties
Center Management and Operations (70%) Ensure all staff support and implement the delivery of high quality services for each content area. Maintain a physical environment that meets safety, cleanliness, licensing standards, and supports optimal growth and development for children and staff. Plan, convene, and document staff and parent engagement meetings and activities (e.g., orientation, Parent Committee meetings, Policy Council participation, training, parenting curriculum, center leadership meetings, child placement, Community Partners meetings). Ensure implementation of a developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive curriculum as prescribed and chosen by the Head Start Central Office. Develop, implement and monitor center recruitment plans to maintain full enrollment and a waitlist; participate in center-wide recruitment for children. Monitor facility upkeep, submit repair requests, and oversee general upkeep and safety. Complete applications and reporting with external agencies for licensing, accreditation, QRIS, etc. Participate in department staff meetings and training sessions. Maintain accurate and confidential center records required by licensing, governmental and agency policies (e.g., personnel files, enrollment records, health and safety inspections, inventories, etc.). Engage the community to inform them of the agency’s services and goals. Adhere to agency, local, state and accrediting requirements for related program operations tasks (e.g., reporting suspected abuse or neglect, monthly fire drills, substitutes, memos). Collaborate with the Deputy Director of Program Operations on annual local budget preparation and manage the center’s finances within the established budget. Ensure the center is stocked with necessary materials, supplies and equipment. Develop and monitor center agreements and contracts; establish and maintain partnerships with public school districts, higher education, and other community organizations. Attend interagency meetings and participate in annual self-assessment and community assessment processes as guided by Head Start central office. Perform other related duties as assigned. Staff Supervision (30%) Screen, interview, and recommend candidates for employment or termination in line with agency policies; provide appropriate documentation. Supervise and evaluate all center personnel (paid and volunteer); monitor and track staff activity to ensure completion of required tasks. Conduct annual performance appraisals with professional development plans to enhance skills and knowledge. Onboard new staff and provide ongoing trainings and observations in compliance with agency and regulatory expectations. Schedule assignments to maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios and ensure ongoing services and supervision. Plan, implement, and evaluate ongoing professional development for center staff. Perform other related duties as assigned. Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with ethnically and culturally diverse staff and candidates. Experience as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office, Google applications) with ability to learn new systems. High level of efficiency, accuracy, and attention to detail. Significant experience in administration, including knowledge of state licensing requirements and Head Start Performance Standards. Strong knowledge of best practices and systems in early childhood. Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, and maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries. Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to meet tight deadlines. Willingness to engage in ongoing staff development and to travel frequently for events, trainings and meetings. Education & Experience A minimum of three years of professional leadership/management and supervisory experience, preferably in a Head Start setting, and a Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or human services management or a related field. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
Business Development and Sales Industries
Non-profit Organization Management
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The Center Director is responsible for promoting the mission of ABCD Head Start & Children’s Services; communicating this mission to staff, families and the community, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards and policies. Essential Duties
Center Management and Operations (70%) Ensure all staff support and implement the delivery of high quality services for each content area. Maintain a physical environment that meets safety, cleanliness, licensing standards, and supports optimal growth and development for children and staff. Plan, convene, and document staff and parent engagement meetings and activities (e.g., orientation, Parent Committee meetings, Policy Council participation, training, parenting curriculum, center leadership meetings, child placement, Community Partners meetings). Ensure implementation of a developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive curriculum as prescribed and chosen by the Head Start Central Office. Develop, implement and monitor center recruitment plans to maintain full enrollment and a waitlist; participate in center-wide recruitment for children. Monitor facility upkeep, submit repair requests, and oversee general upkeep and safety. Complete applications and reporting with external agencies for licensing, accreditation, QRIS, etc. Participate in department staff meetings and training sessions. Maintain accurate and confidential center records required by licensing, governmental and agency policies (e.g., personnel files, enrollment records, health and safety inspections, inventories, etc.). Engage the community to inform them of the agency’s services and goals. Adhere to agency, local, state and accrediting requirements for related program operations tasks (e.g., reporting suspected abuse or neglect, monthly fire drills, substitutes, memos). Collaborate with the Deputy Director of Program Operations on annual local budget preparation and manage the center’s finances within the established budget. Ensure the center is stocked with necessary materials, supplies and equipment. Develop and monitor center agreements and contracts; establish and maintain partnerships with public school districts, higher education, and other community organizations. Attend interagency meetings and participate in annual self-assessment and community assessment processes as guided by Head Start central office. Perform other related duties as assigned. Staff Supervision (30%) Screen, interview, and recommend candidates for employment or termination in line with agency policies; provide appropriate documentation. Supervise and evaluate all center personnel (paid and volunteer); monitor and track staff activity to ensure completion of required tasks. Conduct annual performance appraisals with professional development plans to enhance skills and knowledge. Onboard new staff and provide ongoing trainings and observations in compliance with agency and regulatory expectations. Schedule assignments to maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios and ensure ongoing services and supervision. Plan, implement, and evaluate ongoing professional development for center staff. Perform other related duties as assigned. Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with ethnically and culturally diverse staff and candidates. Experience as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office, Google applications) with ability to learn new systems. High level of efficiency, accuracy, and attention to detail. Significant experience in administration, including knowledge of state licensing requirements and Head Start Performance Standards. Strong knowledge of best practices and systems in early childhood. Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, and maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries. Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to meet tight deadlines. Willingness to engage in ongoing staff development and to travel frequently for events, trainings and meetings. Education & Experience A minimum of three years of professional leadership/management and supervisory experience, preferably in a Head Start setting, and a Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or human services management or a related field. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
Business Development and Sales Industries
Non-profit Organization Management
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