Job Description

Early Education Center Assistant Director

NO HOLIDAYS, NO EVENINGS, NO WEEKENDS

OFFERING : 4 WEEKS VACATION, TUITION ASSISTANCE AND GREAT BENEFITS

Pay Rate $62,400 Annually

(This is an hourly position/ Based on a 40 hour week)

People, Incorporated is a human service Agency serving the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity!

The Children's Division is looking for a motivated Full-Time ambitious Early Education Center Assistant Director. The Assistant Director of the Early Education Center will support the Director in overseeing the daily operations of the center, ensuring the delivery of high-quality early childhood education and care. This role involves working closely with staff, children, and families to create a nurturing and educational environment. The Early Education Center Assistant Director will assist in management of administrative duties, staff supervision, enrollment, maintenance of quality standards aligned with the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care, and compliance with state regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Program Management:

• Ensure the center provides a safe, healthy, and engaging learning environment for all children
• Support the Director in evaluating and updating program policies and procedures as needed
• Support the Director in managing the center’s budget, including purchasing supplies and managing expenses
• Assist with enrollment processes, including tours, orientations, and maintaining waitlists, utilizing Kinderwait/MyChildCareMA and ProCare
• Maintain USDA compliance, training, and completion of monthly statistical reports
• Oversee daily staffing assignments and classroom coverage plans to ensure compliance with EEC ratio, supervision, and qualification requirements
• Monitor classroom schedules, curriculum implementation, and learning environments to ensure consistency, structure, and quality across all classrooms
• Provide direct classroom support and leadership during staffing shortages, emergencies, or periods of increased operational need
• Assist with implementation and oversight of behavior support strategies in collaboration with clinical and educational support staff

Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance:

• Ensure the center adheres to all state licensing requirements and health and safety regulations
• Ensure timely completion and maintenance of required child records, staff files, attendance records, incident reports, medication documentation, and other regulatory documentation
• Support preparation for EEC licensing visits, monitoring reviews, CACFP audits, accreditation reviews, and other regulatory inspections
• Implement corrective actions as needed; maintain weekly and daily schedule of classroom coverage, assisting as needed to ensure that ratios and qualifications are met

Staff Supervision and Development:

• Assist in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, and supervising teaching and support staff; update individual professional development records and staff meeting binders monthly; and support staff with EEC teacher certification process

Family and Community Engagement:

• Foster strong, positive relationships with families and act as a liaison between families and the center; address and resolve parent concerns in a timely and professional manner
• Facilitate marketing and outreach for early education programs, and work with the Director to represent People Incorporated on early childhood initiatives in the Greater Fall River area.

Crisis Management and Conflict Resolution:

• Assist in managing emergency situations and ensuring the safety of all children and staff
• Address and mediate conflicts among staff, children, or parents, finding solutions that align with the center's policies
• Lift and carry children and classroom materials, as well as sit on the floor or in child-sized furniture
• Provide classroom supervision in indoor and outdoor settings
• Assist with front office operations, including responding to phone calls, emails, visitors, and family inquiries
• Provide class coverage as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, division management team member, or division director
• Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in-service training, as scheduled
• Maintain all program and Agency-required trainings

QUALIFICATION

• Associate’s degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is preferred.
• Certification as MA EEC Director II is required; Preschool and Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience in early childhood education, with at least 1 – 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of early childhood development, curriculum planning, and educational best practices
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with staff, children, and families
• Familiarity with Massachusetts EEC licensing regulations and NAEYC accreditation standards
• Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification is required.
• Knowledge of ProCare enrollment platform is preferred.
• Experience with MA Child Care Financial Assistance / Kinderwait is preferred.
• Physicals are required upon hire and every two years. MMRs are required upon hire.
• A qualifying criminal background check, driving record, and a valid driver’s license

Come work in a rewarding and creative environment that encourages growth, collaboration and community involvement that is exploding with opportunities.

At People Incorporated you will find a path to endless opportunities and a rewarding career! We offer a supportive work environment, Employee Recognition Program, Professional Development, opportunities for growth as well as industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

**For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**

Why join our Team?

Available Benefits:

• 4 weeks accrued paid time off
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 403(b) savings plan
• Wellness Activities and initiatives
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Account
• FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Select discounts through LifeMart (i.e., Discount movie and theme park tickets, savings on T-Mobile)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Center on Site
• Discounts on Auto, Home and Renters Insurance
• Free Financial Planning/Analysis
• Public Services Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Professional Developmental:

• Tuition Assistance Program
• Financial support with monthly student loan payments
• FREE DDS Certificate (Human Service)
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Degree Completion Incentive

People Incorporated is committed to fostering a respectful and supportive work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce are key to the success of our agency. We strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported, appreciated, and motivated to grow.

People Incorporated offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes health, dental, 403(b),FSA, LTD, life insurance and generous accrued time off. To learn more about People Inc please visit us online at www.peopleinc-fr.org

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