Boston University

The Center is open year-round and serves children as young as infants through Pre-Kindergarten in a homelike setting, with an expansive outdoor space for the children to explore.. The Children's Centers philosophy is based on blending a variety of early childhood educational philosophies and approaches, including Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Constructivist.. The Director must abide by all EEC licensing standards, and all policies and procedures set forth in the employee handbook.. Required Skills Director II Certified by MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Assure compliance with local Public Safety, Health Department, and Fire Department regulations

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DIRECTOR, CHILDREN'S CENTER AND PARENT SERVICES, HR Children's Center
Tracking Code  23500046680714  Job Description    The Boston University Children’s Center is located in a newly renovated beautiful historic home in the Cottage Farm neighborhood of Brookline. The Center is open year-round and serves children as young as infants through Pre-Kindergarten in a homelike setting, with an expansive outdoor space for the children to explore. Please click  here   to learn more about our program and click  here   to see images of our Center and the classroom spaces.    Please note the Children’s Center is a full-time early childhood educational program that operates year-round.
Center Philosophy
The Children's Centers philosophy is based on blending a variety of early childhood educational philosophies and approaches, including Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Constructivist. Children at the Center are viewed as active participants in their own learning, making choices and seeking out experiences that further their development. Educators at the Center strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that supports children as they learn and grow at their own pace through play-based and child-centered experiences. Educators at the Center believe in viewing each child as an individual, and they understand the importance of getting to know each child and meeting them where they are developmentally.
Summary Description
The Director’s role is to lead and cultivate a vision and mission for the program; one that ensures a safe, quality early learning environment that meets the developmental needs of young children. The position encompasses the oversight and delegation of all aspects of the programs’ operations, and the implementation of all program policies and procedures. The Director is expected to create a professional atmosphere, which fosters supportive relationships among children, staff, and parents. The Director must abide by all EEC licensing standards, and all policies and procedures set forth in the employee handbook.
Required Skills    Director II Certified by MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)
Bachelor’s degree in child development, early childhood education or a related field—Master’s degree preferred
Minimum of five years’ experience in the early childhood education field
Minimum of three years’ experience in a direct supervisory role in the early childhood education field
Demonstrated leadership abilities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work cooperatively and communicate well with others
Ability to work well with individuals of diverse cultural and educational backgrounds
Strong administrative skills, including budget an financial oversight experience
Teacher training and mentoring experience
Self-motivated, reliable, able to work independently
Computer skills (MS Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook, WordPress, UpBup, Kaymbu, SAP)
Attentive to confidentiality of records and other personal information
Certified in First Aid & CPR
Reporting Structure
The Director of the Center reports to the Executive Director of Benefits in Human Resources
Essential Functions & Duties
Program
Articulate and carry through the program’s vision, mission, and philosophy
Develop and maintain high quality standards of early childhood education and care for all children
Develop and implement program policies and procedures, update as necessary
Oversee coordination of educational program and curriculum implementation
Assure compliance with EEC licensing regulations
Assure compliance with local Public Safety, Health Department, and Fire Department regulations
Assure compliance with program health and safety policies/procedures
Develop and manage staffing patterns and schedules to maintain appropriate classroom ratios
Oversee assessment and referral plans for children with special needs
Take part in short- and long-term strategic planning for program improvements
Conduct evaluations of programs and classrooms
Take part in observation of children
Assure that assessments of all children happen in a timely manner
Work with teachers and parents on transitioning children into new classrooms
Assure that all facilities, equipment, and materials are well maintained and in good repair
Communicate with facilities management on all indoor and outdoor daily cleaning, maintenance, and repairs
Participate in professional associations and community groups related to early education and care
Demonstrate expertise in program policies and procedures
Personnel
Take leadership role in recruitment and hiring of qualified staff
Assure that staff positions are filled and classrooms maintain appropriate ratios
Coordinate oversight and placement of all teaching and administrative staff, substitutes, student teachers, work study students and volunteers
Oversee orientation of new staff
Schedule, set agenda, and facilitate staff meetings
Work with Human Resources in staff termination cases
Complete annual Performance Evaluations of Assistant Directors and Mentor Teachers, and oversee evaluations being completed by Assistant Directors
Maintain employee handbook with personnel policies and operational procedures
Monitor time off requests
Provide resources to staff for professional development both onsite and offsite
Oversee onsite staff trainings
Conduct individual conferences with staff members when conflicts arise with other staff or families
Financial
Propose tuition rate increases to University Leadership
Oversee annual operational budget and ensure operations remain within budget
Prepare annual budget for review and approval
Oversee management of payroll
Oversee collection of tuition fees
Administration
Oversee and maintain all publications
Oversee program website content and update as needed
Oversee annual enrollment
Oversee all child and staff file record keeping
Oversee health and safety record keeping
Coordinate evacuation and emergency planning
Maintain relationship with Health Care Consultant
Oversee the daily, monthly, and yearly calendar of program, including events, meetings, trainings, and activities
Maintain maximum enrollment, and recruit new families through marketing activities
Conduct Center tours
Maintain and update enrollment waiting lists
Family Relations
Support families as they enter the program
Support staff in maintaining communication with families regarding their child’s development
Schedule family meetings and activities as needed
Maintain and update family handbook
Serve as a resource to families about child development and provide parenting support
Work with families who are experiencing conflict with staff or other families
Professional Growth
Keep up to date on all early childhood research and trends affecting the field
Continue to take course work as needed to meet performance goals
Participate in Director trainings and support groups as available in the community
Continue development of administrative and technological skills necessary to support all Center functions and operations
We are an equal opportunity   employer,   and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service,   pregnancy   or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Job Location  BOSTON, Massachusetts, United States  Position Type  Full-Time/Regular

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