Overview
Assistant Center Manager, Seasonal Jobs in Breckenridge, MN at TRI-VALLEY OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL INC.
SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION
The Assistant Center Manager assists the Center Manager with the leadership, program management, and coordination of the local Head Start program. The Assistant Center Manager provides support in communication, resource development, and team effectiveness. The Center Manager and Assistant Center Manager may delegate direct supervision and evaluation to staff members in designated support services, including transportation and disabilities staff. The Assistant Center Manager also provides leadership and supports program mentoring strategies in place. Helps recruit potential parents by providing information to them about the various program services and benefits offered to enrolled children and families.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership Support
Represents the vision for the center, which includes meeting family needs, exceeding Performance Standards, and providing an optimal work environment.
Assists with planning and evaluation to facilitate progress towards the vision.
Assists with the development of problem-solving strategies for the operation and improvement of the center program.
Assists in the hiring and placement of classroom staff.
Represents the center in the community and with other agencies.
Supports local parent ownership, particularly through consultation with the center parent committee.
Identifies and utilizes appropriate resources to enhance the quality of program services.
Support Services
Assists with transportation services and ensures that classroom staff provide child safety and meet program regulations.
Ensures that disabilities staffing and services meet child needs and program regulations.
Assists with summer school food service program to meet child needs and program regulations.
Assists with the school district to meet safety and sanitation requirements in the facility during operations, if operating out of a school district building.
Coordinates parent involvement, which includes welcoming, orientation, and assignments.
Coordinates the gathering and documentation of in-kind.
Communication Support
Assists with center communications, coordinating center newsletters, and some public relations.
Assists with day-to-day communication and cooperation among personnel and components.
Assists with the promotion of positive staff relations and a healthy work environment.
Assists with communication and coordination between partner programs and other agencies.
Facilitates effective communication, problem-solving, planning, cooperation, and follow through among classroom staff and between classrooms through periodic meetings, written communication and other means.
Program Management Support
Assists with recruitment, hiring, and retention of center personnel.
Assists with the development of the center calendar and the coordination of staff pre-service, center services, and work schedules.
Assists with budget development and management of center funds in compliance with Tri-Valley procedures.
Assists to ensure the completion of required forms and reports (including employment materials, payroll, purchasing, etc.) as directed by Tri-Valley.
Assists with the maintenance of files and records on work activities and provided services as directed by Tri-Valley.
Assists to ensure required staff training is completed.
Resource Development
Investigates and utilizes appropriate and available resources to enhance the quality of the program operation and necessary services for children and families.
Develops knowledge of the communities and population served by the program.
Planning and Development
Involves parent representatives, classroom staff, and others in planning the center’s early childhood education services and coordinates with all service areas and program plans to achieve a comprehensive, integrated program.
Plans and prepares for implementation of services at the center in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, State and Federal standards, NAEYC Developmentally Appropriate Practices, and other applicable standards.
Training and Implementation
Provides training and presentations as necessary.
Provides ongoing individual feedback, modeling, and coaching toward the goal of effective performance.
Assures compliance with State, Federal, and program guidelines for education, health, and safety of enrolled children.
Assures classroom staff recognizes the primary role of the parent and involves parents and families in services provided for their children.
Assures that classroom staff responds to the needs of each child and family in a timely, respectful, and supportive manner.
Monitoring and Evaluation
Observes, monitors, reviews, and documents center compliance with State, Federal, and program guidelines regarding health, safety, and education issues.
Identifies short-term and long-term staff training needs, including recommendations for professional development to improve qualifications and job performance.
Mentoring Strategies
Provides leadership to and supports the Mentoring strategies as needed. This includes but is not limited to on the job guidance and training for teachers, ensuring teaching staff are implementing effective strategies and support to children’s learning. Supports curriculum design and program.
Safety
Have or obtain within 30 days of hire a First Aid and CPR Certification as well as maintain the certification during employment.
Associate’s degree or 2 years equivalent experience and training in Early Childhood Education, Public, or Community Health, Social Work, Business Management or another field directly related to the responsibilities of the position.
One year experience supervising others.
Comfortable working with computers, willing and able to learn program-specific systems.
Proof of valid driver’s license and current/adequate vehicle insurance coverage.
Tri-Valley is a non-profit community action agency.
We believe in the value of all human beings. It is that belief that drives our efforts to identify needs, seek resources and provide opportunities for people to thrive.
Our work is committed to strengthening our communities so that its citizens have better places to live, work, worship and enjoy.
The mission of Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. is to provide opportunities to improve the quality of life for people and communities.
If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 218-281-0536 or [email protected].
Title: Assistant Center Manager, Seasonal
Company: TRI-VALLEY OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL INC.
Location: Breckenridge, MN
