Location and Job Title:

Early Childhood Education Director
York JCC
2000 Hollywood Dr
York, PA 17403

Principal Responsibilities:

Overview:The Director of Early Childhood Education oversees our award-winning programs, including Early Childhood Education, School-Age Care, Summer Camp, Parent and Family Education, and Babysitting. Seeking a strategic and innovative thinker, this role involves representing the JCC in the community. The successful candidate will manage a $4.5 million budget, supervise related departments, and hold a senior position on the professional staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

General Responsibilities:

• Support and develop a senior leadership team and establish a high-level vision.
• Supports the York Jewish Community Center, CEO, and the Executive Leadership Team.
• Candidate must be a strong communicator and be able to develop exceptional relationships.
• Manage adherence to quality standards in accordance with the vision of the York JCC and with the DHS, STARS, PKC, NAEYC, CACFP PA state and local requirements. Maintain quality effectiveness measurements.
• Support the team in the implementation of our ECE and School Age educational curriculum; collaborate with staff to develop positive learning activities; manage adherence to PA state and local regulations.
• Work with senior leadership to implement strategic plans and goals in keeping with the mission of the program.
• Remain knowledgeable in the current thinking and research in the various educational areas of PA Early Learning Standards, STARS, NAEYC, Conscious Discipline and any other curriculum development.
• Support the ECE team with student evaluations (Teaching Strategy or other assessments) and assist in the review and results reported to families and PA agencies.
• Lead the ECE department with a high level of energy to foster collaboration and effective communication.
• Develop long-range plans for appropriate educational development.
• Implement and maintain a budget in all areas of responsibility.
• Maintain a personal/professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
• Promote the JCC and its programs through attendance and participation in local area, statewide and national educational conferences and activities.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Performance Expectations:

• Understand/possess an openness to Jewish religion and traditions
• Attend all meetings and events that support the department's main objectives and responsibilities
• Positively and actively promote the JCC's mission, membership, programs, events, and charitable purpose to JCC members and the general public
• Be familiar with the mission, vision statements, and Core Values of the JCC. Model the Core Values while working and communicating with members and staff
• Protect confidentiality of records and information about staff and students.
• Engage professionally with families in order to inspire trust and confidence.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in early childhood education or related field of study.
• Preferred Master's Degree and/or with a minimum of 30 credits in ECE.
• 5-8 years of experience with progressive responsibility in early childhood services
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills

• The candidate must possess high energy.
• Strong oral and written communications skills, technology skills.
• Ability to work well with others (families, staff, children and community members) and to foster a team environment.
• Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification.
• Must clear full background checks and clearances - PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal, National Sex Offender Registry, and FBI
• Must pass health screening with a TB test.
• Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds

Salary:

$75,000 - $85,000

Agency Information:

Who We Are

The JCC is a non-profit community center that welcomes the diverse population of York County, regardless of religion, financial or ethnic background. Since 1910 the JCC's role has changed and expanded to reflect the current times. Our staff is committed to providing members and guests with high quality programs and customer service. Included in a membership is the use of the fitness center, over 100 group and water fitness classes each week, lap and family swims, open gym use, family art and gym activities, a relaxation center complete with whirlpool, sauna and steam room, and discounts on fitness, social, and enrichment classes and programs.

The JCC provides programming for:

• Wellness & Fitness for all ages
• Youth Fitness, Dance & Sports
• Children's Education and Child Care
• Holocaust Education
• Diversity Education
• Jewish Cultural Programs
• Contemporary Adult Programming