Associate Executive Director for Pre-K Programs

New Windsor, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=565+Union+Ave+New+Windsor+NY+12553-6140)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Who we are:Healthy Kids is one of the fastest-growing providers of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 100 locations and growing. We are a Certified Benefit Corporation reinventing accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and creating opportunities for people to do what they love (and feel valued while they’re doing it). Join our award-winning community to provide the quality program children deserve while pursuing your own professional growth and development. Learn more about working with us at healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus.

TheAssociate Executive Director for Pre-K Programsplays a crucial role in overseeing and managing pre-kindergarten programs. Here are the key responsibilities associated with this position:

Program Supervision and Support:

• Under the supervision of theExecutive Director for Pre-K Programs, the Associate Executive Director ensures the effective implementation of the vision, expectations, and structures set by the Executive Director.

• They provide guidance and support to allHealthy Kids Prekindergarten programs

Daily Operations:

• Overseeing the daily operations of pre-K programs, including curriculum, staffing, safety, and program quality.

• Ensuring a safe and conducive learning environment for young children.

Leadership and Management:

• Providing leadership to program staff, teachers, and administrators.

• Collaborating with other team members to achieve program goals and objectives.

Budget and Finance:

• Managing program budgets, financial resources, and funding allocations.

• Ensuring efficient utilization of resources while maintaining program quality.

Community Engagement:

• Building positive relationships with parents, families, and community stakeholders.

• Representing the program in community events and meetings.

Quality Improvement:

• Continuously assessing and improving program quality.

• Implementing best practices in early childhood education.

Compliance and Regulations:

• Adhering to state and federal regulations related to pre-K education.

• Ensuring program compliance with licensing requirements.

Staff Development:

• Supporting professional development for teachers and staff.

• Encouraging ongoing learning and growth.

Overall, the Associate Executive Director for Pre-K Programs contributes to the success of pre-kindergarten initiatives, fostering a positive learning environment for young children and promoting their development and well-being.

PAY RATE:$72,000-$80,000 annually based on experience, paid on a biweekly basis.

Requirements

Required skills and qualifications:

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s degree

Leadership and Communication:

• Exceptional leadership skillsare necessary for guiding and supervising staff, including teachers and assistants.

• Effectivecommunicationis vital for building relationships with families, parents, and staff members.

Organizational Proficiency:

• The ability tomultitask, meet project deadlines and keep tasks organized.

• Budget managementskills to prepare and oversee program budgets.

Dedication to Diversity and Equity:

• A commitment to promotingdiversity, equity, and inclusionwithin the pre-K programs.

• Sensitivity to cultural differences and the ability to create an inclusive environment.

Regulatory Knowledge:

• Familiarity withstate and federal guidelinesrelated to early childhood education.

• Ensuring compliance with licensing requirements and program standards.

Problem-Solving Abilities:

• Addressing conflicts among children and effectively communicating with parents and families.

• Handling day-to-day challenges in a constructive manner.

Technology Skills:

• Proficiency in utilizing technology fordata analysis and reporting.

• Managing program information efficiently.

Benefits:

• 9 (nine) paid holidays

• 1(one) paid floating holiday

• 10 (ten) paid accruable PTO days (1 PTO day increase every year for 5 years).

• 7 (seven) paid accruable NY Sick days (56 hours/year = 7 days)

Eligibility to participate in:

• Medical (MVP Health Care) insurance plan after 30 days of hired date.

• Dental (Delta Dental) insurance plan after 30 days of hired date.

• Vision (Davis) insurance plan after 30 days of hired date.

• 401k plan with 1% employer match after 6 months of hired date.

• Ally Health Telemedicine immediately after hired date.

• AFLAC supplemental insurance & Life Insurance plans immediately after hired date.

• On Demand Pay is offered.

Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com.

Salary Description

$72,000-$80,000 (12 months)