Head Start Early Childhood Assistant Center Director

$67,277 - $76,645/Yr

YMCA - Antioch, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Antioch, CA

Social Assistance

About the position

The Early Childhood Impact (ECI) Assistant Center Director at the YMCA of the East Bay plays a crucial role in the day-to-day administration of the child development center. This position involves managing staffing, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining effective communication with parents and staff. The Assistant Center Director supports the Center Director in delivering high-quality programming and fostering a safe and enriching environment for children.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, supervising, and implementing high-quality programming.
• Work with teaching staff and service area teams to ensure the program meets children's needs.
• Communicate effectively with staff and parents regarding children and program activities.
• Monitor staffing and ratios daily, ensuring adequate coverage and required breaks for teaching staff.
• Ensure correct licensing and required postings are maintained in the facility.
• Practice and monitor the implementation of head counts and active supervision for child safety.
• Support teachers in completing required education documentation such as observations and assessments.
• Assist with teacher training in applicable service areas.
• Maintain positive rapport with parents and family members from various backgrounds.
• Encourage and promote parental participation in children's educational experiences.
• Be a positive role model by following program policies and procedures.
• Report suspected child abuse to the Center Director or Child Protective Services as required.
• Ensure a healthy, safe, and clean environment at the facility; handle emergencies calmly and professionally.
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
• Participate in monitoring, corrective actions, and problem-solving activities.
• Prepare accurate reports and documentation that comply with laws and policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of child, family, and program files.
• Keep the Center Director informed of equipment and supply needs.

Requirements

• Must possess a Child Development Permit at the level of Site Supervisor or higher, or qualify for one.
• Experience with the appropriate age group as per State Regulations.
• Knowledge of components of quality early childhood education.
• Completion of 15 hours of preventive health practices training with a current certificate in pediatric first aid and CPR.
• Ability to work with a multi-ethnic community.
• Physical ability to lift a child weighing 30 pounds and stand/walk for 4-6 hours.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in early childhood education administration.
• Familiarity with community resources for families.
• Bilingual skills in English and another language.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling