Early Childhood Programs Supervisor

Position Type:
Community Education/Supervisor, Specialist and Manager
Date Posted:
1/5/2024
Location:
Harley Hopkins Family Center
SUMMARY:
Manages and supports Early Childhood programming, in conjunction with Early Learning Assistant Director and Preschool Supervisor. Primary focus is on ECFE and home visiting program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Implements Early Childhood program philosophy, policies, and procedures in alignment with Hopkins Public Schools and regulatory guidelines
• In collaboration with Assistant Director, supports ECFE and Home Visiting programs and services to meet the identified needs of parents and children (birth to age 6).
• Supervises staff and program tasks and projects; resolves ECFE workload and operational issues, and assures that ECFE goals are communicated and achieved.
• Manages scholarship application distribution and completion for Preschool , ie: Pathways
• Supports EC PTO along with Assistant Director; attends meetings and supports events and activities.
• Promotes and monitors Early Childhood Family Education registration, marketing, and program publicity, including Eleyo database oversight and creation of registration platforms. Supervises staff work group assigned to this task.
• Oversees attendance and waitlists for all EC programs
• Manages building-wide campaigns and projects, such as picture day or district giving campaigns
• Oversees substitute process for ECFE programs; serves as substitute in all Early Childhood program classrooms.
• Collaborates with clerical, registration, transportation, human resources and nutrition staff to ensure program efficiencies. Completes tasks as assigned in regard to department collaboration.
• Implements the development of outreach events and community partnerships scheduled throughout the school year.
• Ensures program curriculum is in keeping with Reggio Emilia inspired philosophy, district goals, and with ECFE mission of parent education.
• Effectively communicates with co-workers, school personnel, administration and families regarding daily program operations, including daily monitoring of ECFE email.
• Promotes a team concept through participation in site meetings, Includes participation in the creation of program level and building level processes and documents.
• Oversees hiring processes for all ECFE staff positions.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of the District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
• Additional tasks as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Education and/or Parent Education, or a closely related field.
• One (1) year of experience administering public education support programs.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Driver's license.
• MN Licensure in Early Childhood Education or Parent Education.

Required Knowledge and Skills
Required Knowledge:

• District policies and procedures.
• Research and best practices in Early Childhood and Family Education.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Required Skills:

• Maintaining an effective program and making wise decisions with minimal assistance.
• Interpreting and applying state and Federal rules, ordinances, codes and regulations.
• Planning, organizing, and coordinating the work of Department staff.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Operating a computer using standard and specialized software.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
• Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District's established Core Values.
• Advancing the District's mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in an office setting. Travel required to locations throughout the District.
Hours & Compensation:
8 hours per day, 40 hours weekly, 260 days per year.
$35.10 - $41.75 hourly, depending on experience.