Center Director

A little about us… Kidango (kidango.org) is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources. As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area, we provide thousands of children, especially those from low-income families, with safe, healthy, nurturing environments and relationships. Through our policy work, we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve, and drive change in early childhood education at the local, state and federal levels. Our goal is to make sure all children have the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to learn, grow and realize their potential.

About The Role

Provides supervision and administrative support to teaching staff and children, provides ongoing communication with public and private agencies, and support to families in a center with three or more classrooms or in a center designated as requiring a Center Director by the Deputy or Executive Director.

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Responsible for scheduling staff in accordance with licensing requirements and site needs.
• Manage all aspects of employee relations for all teaching staff in the center, i.e. interviewing, hiring, and terminations.
• Responsible for maintaining enrollment at capacity.
• Reviews performance of staff, substitutes, student teachers and volunteers.
• Responsible for meeting all licensing regulations, agency policies & procedures and the Education Code as applicable.
• Responsible for accurate update of records on site including but not limited to: enrollment, attendance, meal counts, daily logs, curriculum, child observations, and parent participation.
• Conducts monthly site meetings.
• Conducts quarterly Parent Advisory Council meetings.
• Is the legal designee to send and/or receive legal documents (i.e. restraining orders, suspected child abuse report, unusual incident reports, etc.)
• Maintains confidentiality of children, families and employees.
• Provides a pleasant, safe, and clean environment for children and staff.
• Assures that maintenance is completed in a timely fashion.
• Assures that fire and earthquake drills are conducted monthly.
• Maintains quarterly health and safety checklist.
• Keeps inventory orders and purchases site supplies as needed.
• Provides developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities for children.
• Using a team approach, implements the individual goals and objectives that are set for each child through their IFSP, IEP, or developmental assessment.
• Greets children, parents, staff and guests.
• Meets the individual needs and interests of children in relation to their cultural, social and economic background.
• Provides quality services to children and their families in accordance with NAEYC standards.
• Works as a member of the agency team by promoting the mission and philosophy of Kidango.
• Participates in activities that furthers own professional growth.
• Provides accurate information. Give tours of sites and classrooms.
• Maintains and encourages professional, positive, constructive communication with staff and families.
• Develops and maintains positive communication with public and private agencies (including school districts, regional centers, landlords, etc.)
• Represents the Agency at community functions as needed.
• Assists other centers when requested.
• All other duties as assigned by Regional Director, Deputy Director or Executive Director

 Preferred qualifications

• A.A. in Early Childhood Education
• 2 years teaching and 2 years of supervision experience
• Meet Title 5 and Title 22 requirements to qualify as a fully qualified site director plus 3 units of administration and 3 units of infant/toddler care if directing an infant program required.
• Site Supervisor Permit from the Department of Education Required
• Immunization records that comply with Senate Bill 792 (immunity for measles, pertussis, and influenza)
• Required to be a mandated abuse reporter
• Ability to provide leadership and accept responsibility
• Bilingual is a plus
• Required CPR/First Aid Training Certification
• Completion CCL Record Keeping Component; 16 hours of health and safety training which includes 1 hour of nutrition training
• Ability to provide leadership, accept responsibility, work independently and set own goals in a professional manner.
• Ability to work on a variety of tasks simultaneously and able to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

Compensation$98,022.96—$98,022.96 USD

Additional Requirements

• Must pass a health screening and TB test 
• Must pass background fingerprint clearance
• Valid Driver License 
• Must be 18 years or older 
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties
• The employee will be required to use hands for computer work, answering phone calls, etc.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to  perform the essential job functions

Perks

• An opportunity to improve real lives, solve hard problems, and change the world
• Friendly, supportive, and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleagues
• A comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package 
• Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world

Drug-Free Workplace

We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws, Kidango makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects of application procedures, hiring, advancement, transfers, reductions in force, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

EEO 

A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango’s culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission!

If you need assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@kidango.org. We’re happy to support you through the process.