Site Director - Taylor Center

Job Category: Child Development ( Supporting role)

Requisition Number: SITED
002145

• Full-Time
• On-site
• Salary : $84,036 USD per year

Taylor Family Center Chicago, IL 60647, USA

• Pay or shift range: $84,036 USD to $90,162 USD
• The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

The Site Director must have a passion for creating a safe and nurturing environment for children to receive a quality education, and outstanding people skills to be able to grow and maintain relationships with children, families, and staff. This position will be responsible for staff performance and personnel management, center enrollment, program operations, budget management, facilities management of the center, compliance with contracts, and community relations.

• Bachelor’s Degree in early childhood education, early special education, or child development from birth to age 6. Level 2 Illinois Director Credential or higher.

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field w/ 21 credit hours related to early childhood education, early special education, or child development from birth to age 6, teaching experience in an early childhood setting (0-6 years), and a Level 2 Illinois Director Credential or higher.
• Master’s degree in an early childhood field is preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a supervisory role in an early childhood setting.

* Staff responsible for overseeing services for infant toddler programs must have Gateways to Opportunity Infant Toddler Credential Level 5 or above.

• Must demonstrate effective leadership skills.
• Must have extensive knowledge of Head Start and Early Head Start, Creative Curriculum, the Reggio Emilia approach, CLASS, and Teaching Strategies GOLD (preferred).
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have in-depth knowledge of best practices in early education.
• Must have a deep understanding of developmentally appropriate practices in early education.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage many projects at once.
• Must have knowledge of supervision and/or supervisory experience.
• Must have the ability to work well under stress.
• Must have outstanding people skills and the ability to develop, grow, and maintain relationships with others.
• Must be able to take initiative, use sound judgment when making decisions.
• Must be able to serve as an advocate for children and families.
• Must be organized and detail oriented.
• Must exhibit excellent critical thinking skills.
• Must exude patience when implementing techniques to support students.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and appropriately with others.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Required to speak and read English proficiently, bilingual a plus.

• Identifies own learning needs and takes the steps necessary to develop skills and set challenging goals - working with direct supervisor on a yearly professional development plan.
• Monitors the teaching team paperwork including, but not limited to, lesson planning, observations of children, and children’s binders and provides reports to the EQI team on a monthly basis.
• Submits yearly renewal application for Gateways Excele Rate and maintains GOLD status.
• Submits annual report to NAEYC and ensures NAEYC guidelines are always followed within the program.
• Submits renewal application to DCFS every three years and ensures the center remains in compliance with all DCFS regulations.
• Responsible for hiring and maintaining a high-quality teaching team that is aligned with Chicago Commons ambitious standards for education.
• Responsible for the recruitment of eligible children, developing a school-specific marketing plan to ensure that the center is fully enrolled and meets funder requirements.
• Create a program environment that is positive, fun, collaborative, and respectful.

• Contribute to the development of Chicago Commons’ child development philosophy and goals.
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