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Reporting to this Role: Director, Family Child Care Network Educational Directors (ECE Site Directors) Associate Director of Social Services Associate Director, Education & Disabilities Manager, Quality Assurance & Compliance Administrative Assistant Position. Union Settlement’s current programmatic portfolio includes 8 core program areas: Early Childhood Education, Youth Services (including afterschool programs), Family Services (including the Family Enrichment Center and the Family Childcare Network), the East Harlem Community Partnership, Adult Education, Mental Health Services, Older Adult Centers, and Economic Development.. Representing the agency and maintaining strong working relationships with the Administration of Children’s Services (ACS), NYC Department of Education (DOE) and other government agencies, Day Care and Head Start employees’ unions, and other community and city-wide organizations.. Coordinates with the Chief Operating Officer, Executive Director of Business Operations, Compliance & Regulatory Affairs, and Chief Financial Officer to negotiate final contracts for space, seeking to secure the lowest rate possible.. Knowledge of policy implementation of NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, NYC Division of DOE Department of Early Childhood Education, Head Start Performance Standards Policy, and CACFP policies and guidelines.

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IMMEDIATE FT DIRECT HIRE OPENING - EAST HARLEM, NYC!!!! Position: Executive Director, Early Childhood Education (ECE) Department: Early Childhood Education (ECE)Location: East Harlem, New York CityReports to: President & Chief Executive OfficerHours: Full-time; On-site, with the potential for some remote workSalary: $140,000 - $160,000 FLSA: ExemptReporting to this Role: Director, Family Child Care Network Educational Directors (ECE Site Directors) Associate Director of Social Services Associate Director, Education & Disabilities Manager, Quality Assurance & Compliance Administrative Assistant PositionApply: For immediate consideration, please email CV and cover letter to cjason@networkesc.com. East Harlem Community Services organization services through 33 program sites in approximately 28 locations. Union Settlement’s current programmatic portfolio includes 8 core program areas: Early Childhood Education, Youth Services (including afterschool programs), Family Services (including the Family Enrichment Center and the Family Childcare Network), the East Harlem Community Partnership, Adult Education, Mental Health Services, Older Adult Centers, and Economic Development. The organization serves more than 10,000 individuals and nearly 1,000 businesses every year. Strengthened by a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative workforce of more than 350 employees, the organization also serves as a connector, convener, and advocate for East Harlem and its partners. Responsibilities include: • Build the capacity of the organization's Network and Early Childhood Education programs, providers, and educators to ensure a supportive environment and sustainable programs for the expansion of access to quality ECE.• Build strong relationships with all stakeholders – including parents, partners, donors, board members, community members, and local policymakers to enhance the reputation and outward-facing visibility of ECE.• Communicate effectively with external stakeholders to keep them engaged in the work of the Center.• Leads the management team in implementing a Community Needs Assessment, Health Service Advisory Committee, Policy Committee, and other committees as needed to meet the needs of families, children, and staff.• Foster and maintain positive and supportive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.• Leads the management team to develop, implement, and oversee quality improvement plans and quality improvement strategies.• Work collaborative with the management team in building relationships with community partners, and other community-based organizations in the provision of high-quality early childhood education services. Organizational Governance• Representing the agency and maintaining strong working relationships with the Administration of Children’s Services (ACS), NYC Department of Education (DOE) and other government agencies, Day Care and Head Start employees’ unions, and other community and city-wide organizations.• Implementation of the program’s delegate agency policy committee with support from the Director and the Board’s ECE Committee.• Ensure the monthly reports are prepared and reviewed for all DAPC meetings• Works with the Steering Committee to transition the organization from fiscal sponsorship under the St. Louis Community Foundation to an independent 50l(c)3 nonprofit organization. (By-Laws have been drafted and sent to the Secretary of State’s office for approval)• Responsible for overseeing, managing, and implementing community engagement services including the Health Service Advisory Committee and other community engagement groups and partnerships. • Establishes policies and procedures aligned with the organization’s current values and operating culture.• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Early Childhood Education and Family Child Care Network Programs program to ensure that all program services are of the highest quality.• Facilitates the continuing professional development of all staff as part of the commitment to excellence.• Help create and support a culture of high performance, continuing program improvement, and continuously enhanced program quality by collaborating with the management team including the Educational Directors in the day-to-day management of the various centers.• Maintains a close working relationship with the Chief Financial Officer and fiscal time for budget management to facilitate effective oversight of expenditures.• Maintains sound financial management over Early Childhood Education and Family Child Care Network Program budgets, as well as helping Educational Directors manage their program budgets and ensure timely collection of parent fees.• Stays abreast and assures compliance with all funding source mandates, all applicable laws and regulations, and assures that standards that exceed the minimum are being met.• Coordinates with the Chief Operating Officer, Executive Director of Business Operations, Compliance & Regulatory Affairs, and Chief Financial Officer to negotiate final contracts for space, seeking to secure the lowest rate possible. Operations, Compliance & Evaluation• Implementation of Head Start Program Performance Standards and the Birth to Five Policy Handbook• Lead the implementation of comprehensive birth to five services including administration, operations, and program initiatives, and ensure compliance with Head Start performance standards and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and requirements.• Assures remediation of any non-compliances found in delegate or grantee assessment and incorporates recommendations into planning for the improvement of the program.• In consultation Facilities team, ensure that classrooms and playgrounds are well-equipped.• Ensure compliance with ERSEA (policies regarding Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance) in Head Start by Head Start Performance Standards.• Prepare Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Reports for internal Leadership to review• Manage the implementation of an appropriate system of policies, internal controls, data collection, and procedures• Develop, evaluate, and refine performance indicators for Program Operations; - Provide analysis and recommendations for proactive strategies as required• Implementation of monitoring systems and use of data to inform program compliance and improvements. Enrollment, Partnerships, and Community Engagement• Reviews the current program model and develops strategies to ensure full enrollment in all Early Childhood Education/Head Start centers and the Family Early Childhood Education Network.• Works with other organizations in the community to foster collaboration as defined by federal Head Start.• Conducts a yearly complete Community Assessment for need and impact.• Reviews, mediates, and resolves community complaints about the program, seeking input from staff, parents, or the Executive Committee, as needed. Education, Curriculum & Performance Standards• Oversee the development and implementation of curriculum and educational activities that promote school readiness.• Responsible for overseeing data collection, monitoring, and Head Start five-year goal evaluation systems to measure program effectiveness.• Provides guidance and leadership to staff to emphasize the importance of the program achieving high standards of quality, internally and through public and private sector partnerships. Qualifications: • Must have the NYS Certification B-2 and BS and MS in Early Childhood Education• Must have 5-10 years of classroom experience• Knowledge of policy implementation of NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, NYC Division of DOE Department of Early Childhood Education, Head Start Performance Standards Policy, and CACFP policies and guidelines.• Demonstrated knowledge of the NYC Early Childhood Education programs available to young children is required• Master's Degree Preferred• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, and a minimum of five years professional leadership/management and supervisory experience preferably in an educational non-profit.• State Certified and 2 or more years of group teacher experience for children under 6 Years old ideal for related coverage.• Significant experience in administration, including knowledge of State licensing requirements and Head Start Performance Standards.• Strong knowledge of best practices and systems in the field of early childhood Head Start and/or Day Care.• Experience in design and delivery of training.• Strong computer skills, including internet and e-mail, MS Excel, and the ability to learn new systems as needed.• Current enrollment in Child Care Division – Central Background Registry.• A strong desire to help improve the lives of the residents of the local East Harlem. community, and an ability to listen to and address parent concerns with care and compassion. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Sustained concentration and ability to handle multiple tasks often simultaneously.• Significant diagnostic and problem-solving skills.• Ability to direct and assess the performance of program supervisors and consultants.• Ability to handle highly stressful and sensitive situations professionally.• Ability to interpret and implement complex policies and regulations.• Ability to work independently and maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in all employee interactions.• Strong organization and time management skills, ability to meet tight deadlines.• Facilitating Change: Approaches challenges with creativity and flexibility. Demonstrates analytical thinking. Guides change to meet goals.• ManagingPerformance: Evaluates and revises goals semi-annually with the team. Provides consistent supervision and documents performance highlights and concerns.

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