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­­­Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville announces its national search for an experienced and visionary leader to serve as the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (VCSA).
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is nationally recognized by U.S. News &amp; World Report as one of the top 10 public regional universities and by Washington Monthly as among the top 40 out of 673 private and public master’s universities nationally. SIUE provides students with a high-quality, affordable education and prepares them for successful careers and lives of purpose to shape a changing world.
A metropolitan university, SIUE serves a diverse student body of more than 12,500. The University has enjoyed several years of record enrollment and increasing retention and is nearing completion of a $300 million infrastructure and building program. The Edwardsville campus encompasses 2,660 acres of woods and rolling hills in the scenic beauty of southwestern Illinois. The University has a center in East St. Louis, including a charter high school; a nursing clinic and a School of Pharmacy; and a School of Dental Medicine in Alton. SIUE competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Ohio Valley Conference and the Mid-American Conference (wrestling). SIUE’s safety record has yielded a “Top 50 Safest College Towns in America” designation for the city of Edwardsville.
SIUE received the 2022 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education. SIUE
joins a select group of 11 institutions that have earned the distinction for at least nine consecutive years. SIUE is one of 62 university campuses in the world and the only public institution in Illinois to be part of the Sustained Dialogue Campus Network (SDCN), which helps University faculty, staff and students address issues of race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability status and other topics that often are not effectively discussed in diverse groups. The non-profit group Campus Pride ranked SIUE in the top 100 among the 2021 Most Affordable LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges and Universities. SIUE’s LGBTQ-Friendly Campus Climate index and Sexual Orientation scores are 4.5 out of 5 stars. SIUE's Gender Identity/Expression score is 4 out of 5 stars. SIUE is also nationally recognized as a 2022-23 Military Friendly® School and among the Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges.
The University's new VCSA will partner with the Chancellor to shape the future for a strong and valued Student Affairs program. In support of the vision and mission of the University, the VCSA will lead a team to work effectively with students, both individually and by supporting student government, student organizations and clubs.
The successful candidate will be a talented and visionary individual who can work to develop innovative strategies in collaboration with academic and administrative departments to support and enhance student success. A master’s degree from an accredited institution is required, with a doctoral degree preferred. Also required is a minimum of 7-10 years of relevant and progressive senior-level administrative and leadership experience in higher education. The strongest candidates will also have demonstrated success in carrying out the responsibilities of a higher education administrator including personnel supervision, fiscal management, and external relations.
Reporting directly to the Chancellor, the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs is a key leadership position responsible for providing strategic direction and oversight for all aspects of student affairs at the university. This role focuses on enhancing the overall student experience, fostering a supportive and inclusive campus community, and promoting student success and well-being. The Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs works collaboratively with various stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, and external partners, to develop and implement programs, services, and policies that meet the diverse needs of the student population.
The VCSA provides leadership for a variety of student support departments. The Student Affairs division is responsible for the traditional auxiliary units of a college campus, including University Housing, Dining Services, University Center (containing the bookstore and a textbook rental program), and Campus Recreation. Areas of responsibility for the student development support departments include: Dean of Students Office; Health Service; Counseling Services; Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Hub; an Early Childhood Center (an accredited daycare facility for children ages 2-5); and Career Development Center.
Poised at a moment of opportunity, the next VCSA will provide innovative, forward-thinking vision that leverages the commitment of student affairs units and university leadership to move SIUE student affairs into alignment with their peers. The VCSA is a member of the chancellor’s cabinet and acts as the bridge between the chancellor and the division. They will provide reliable and trustworthy counsel to the chancellor on all matters related to student affairs, including transparent communication associated with major decisions and important division matters. This position requires a talented and visionary individual who will work to develop innovative strategies in collaboration with academic and administrative departments to support and enhance student success.
Key Responsibilities for the VSCA Include:
<ul>
<li>Strategic Planning and Leadership</li>
<li>Student Development and Support</li>
<li>Campus Life and Community Engagement</li>
<li>Student Conduct and Welfare</li>
<li>Collaboration and External Relations</li>
<li>Advance diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and anti-racism</li>
</ul>
Key Traits and Attributes Include:
<ul>
<li>A self-starter with a “builder” mentality, bringing a diverse strategy that encompasses inventive student success models.</li>
<li>Strategic, forward thinking, innovative, and a future-oriented mindset. A visionary, but realistic.</li>
<li>A transparent leader.</li>
<li>Accountable.</li>
<li>Open communication style with excellent interpersonal communication skills. Approachable, engaging, and responsive.</li>
<li>An energetic, well-grounded, service-oriented personality.</li>
<li>A unifier. Able to influence and inspire others and get others excited.</li>
<li>High emotional intelligence.</li>
<li>Empathetic.</li>
<li>Student centered with a deep passion for student success and the student experience.</li>
<li>A highly visible and accessible approach to leadership.</li>
<li>An appreciation for serving the educational needs of an economically and demographically diverse population.</li>
<li>A commitment to educational equity and anti-racism.</li>
<li>An anti-biased educational approach.</li>
<li>Ability to create an environment of trust and respect.</li>
<li>Culturally conscious (demonstrative through current or previous work and organizational processes).&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ethical in word and deed.</li>
<li>Data informed.</li>
</ul>
The Search Committee invites letters of interest and nominations to be submitted directly to the search firm, Anthem Executive. Correspondence should include a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest describing relevant experience and interest in the position. Submit materials to Michael Ballew, Scott Watson, JR Wheless, or Florene Stawowy at:
<a href="mailto:SIUEVCSA@anthemexecutive.com" target="_blank">SIUEVCSA@anthemexecutive.com</a>
While applications and nominations may be accepted until the position is filled, interested parties are strongly encouraged to submit their materials as soon as possible to assure consideration. The deadline for applications is August 4, 2023; however, Anthem and the university reserve the right to end or extend the application and nomination process following this date. Expressing interest is the first step in receiving consideration and does not make one an applicant for the position.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville&nbsp;nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce, we will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran’s status.

Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs

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HEAD START LICENSED DIETICIAN
(Northampton)&nbsp;$7,500 Bonus&nbsp;
Community Action Head Start &amp; Early Learning Programs is looking for a motivated and passionate Licensed Dietitian to join our Early Childhood team to provide nutrition services to our children and families as required by Head Start Performance Standards and USDA guidelines.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical nutrition, dietary needs of young children be able to work in a fast-paced work environment. Job responsibilities include: develop and implement nutrition services for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, menu planning, CACFP monitoring, assessment of nutritional needs of children in the program and consultation. Candidate must be a Licensed Nutritionist or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with 1-year professional experience in a clinical or community setting, pediatric or early childhood preferred. This is a 37.50 hour/week position. Pay range: $28.40-$30.13.
Outstanding benefits, training, and professional development in a collaborative work environment. We offer Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending Plans, Vision Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Sick, Vacation, Float time and 12.5 paid Holidays. Community Action is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.&nbsp;
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background investigation, including CORI, DCF, SORI, and fingerprint-based national CORI, NCOR, and out of state checks if applicable.
Please go to
&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityaction.us/employment" target="_blank">https://www.communityaction.us/employment</a>
for a full job description, information
regarding benefits and to apply.&nbsp;
Community Action is committed to&nbsp;
a diverse workforce. AA/EOE/ADA

Head Start Licensed Dietician

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Title:
Early Childhood Education Coordinator
Site Supervisor for 2 sites in Fargo.
Reports to:
Head Start Director
Supervise:
Designated Teachers
Site Floats
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm, 10-month position, August-May. Must be fingerprinted for this position and start date depends on when state fingerprint results come back.
Purpose of Position:
Responsible for the implementation of the Performance Standards, as stated in the Federal Guidelines for Head Start. The primary purpose is to work with Head Start families to involve them in the program by providing activities and resources to help them work toward self-sufficiency.
Below are the essential duties of this position. Other duties may be assigned, as needed.
May be relocated within the SENDCAA Head Start or Early Head Start sites to best fit the program needs.
Benefits:
Employee Benefits and Wage: Starting pay $29.06/hr.
<ul>
<li>403(b)</li>
<li>Generous 403(b) company contribution with no match necessary after 90 days of employment.</li>
<li>Health insurance, dental and vision (eligible almost immediately-1st of the following month).</li>
<li>Paid time off</li>
<li>Sick Time</li>
<li>Holiday Pay</li>
<li>Professional development assistance</li>
<li>5% incentive increase after 90 days of employment bases on performance evaluation</li>
</ul>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Program
<ul>
<li>Works closely with the Project Director, Assistant Director, and other members of the management team assisting with self-assessment, grant goals, and overall program improvement.</li>
<li>Adheres to all principles of confidentiality: Shares appropriate information with co-workers, families, and the community. Displays appropriate discretion in confidential matters relating to program staff and participants.</li>
<li>Trained as a mandated reporter and will report any observations of concern to Cass County Social Services.</li>
<li>Participates in meetings, committees, and training sessions as recommended by the Project Director.</li>
<li>Involved in the hiring process when hiring new teachers at the sites.</li>
<li>Participates in the planning of regular training for classroom staff.</li>
<li>Train and mentor new employees in the classroom by following the guidelines of the Training Plan.</li>
<li>Responsible for applicable sections of the Program Information Report (PIR).</li>
<li>Responsible for following, implementing, and ensuring that all staff follows Head Start and SENDCAA program policies and procedures, which include Standards of Conduct, Naptime, Outdoor Play, Classroom Relief, Meal Time, etc.</li>
<li>Maintain a thorough or working knowledge of the Head Start Program Performance Standards.</li>
<li>Works to seek out new partnerships within the community.</li>
<li>Treats all staff with positive regard as defined in Head Start’s mission statement and standard of conduct and responds to and gives feedback respectfully and positively.</li>
<li>Participates in relevant meetings, including staff meetings, site meetings, reflective supervision &amp; case management meetings.</li>
</ul>
Education
<ul>
<li>Participates in monitoring the development of a comprehensive child development environment, The Head Start Child Development and Early Learning Outcomes Framework, along with Creative Curriculum and North Dakota Early Learning Outcomes Framework.</li>
<li>Helps ensure the use of developmentally appropriate practices, materials, equipment, and environment.</li>
<li>Provide regular visits to classrooms to monitor the environments, curriculum, assessments, and behavior support plans.</li>
<li>Educates teaching staff in all areas of the curriculum through relevant training.</li>
<li>Ensures classroom teachers are utilizing the Creative Curriculum to fidelity.</li>
<li>Monitors Weekly Planning Forms and ensures that the teacher is implementing as recorded and following study to fidelity.</li>
<li>Ensures Conscious Discipline is implemented at the West site.</li>
<li>Participates in CDAT meetings and may be asked to lead meetings or organize agenda for meetings.</li>
<li>Supports school readiness and transition activities in collaboration with families, Head Start and Early Head Start staff, and Local Education Agencies.</li>
<li>Ensures and documents the completion of two-family home visits and two conferences per family, per program year.</li>
<li>Files all education paperwork in the Education File for every child. Ensures all items are completed.</li>
<li>Ensures accommodations for children with disabilities are provided.</li>
<li>Remains in communication with the Mental Health and Disabilities Coordinator and will assist with social-emotional assessments (such as the ASQ:SE) and educational assessments (such as the Brigance Screening) and will help to record data.</li>
<li>Collaborates to promote and oversee the classrooms’ use of technology.</li>
<li>Works closely with the Region 8 Early Childhood Specialist regarding training.</li>
<li>Oversees site Behavior Support Plans, tracks overall data, and looks for data trends while keeping up with ongoing classroom observations.</li>
<li>Ensure teachers meet deadlines with weekly planning forms, monthly documentation, newsletters, and other forms.</li>
</ul>
Supervisor Duties
<ul>
<li>Ensures that a Professional Development Plan is created and completed yearly for each classroom staff member.</li>
<li>Complete required performance appraisals on teachers, site behavior support aide, and site float, implement performance improvement plans and memos, as needed</li>
<li>Create schedules for the on-site float teacher &amp; site behavior support aides</li>
<li>Meets with staff for reflective supervision (monthly) and case management meetings (4X/year)</li>
</ul>
Family
<ul>
<li>Treats all families with dignity and respect</li>
<li>Observe teacher interactions with parents/guardians</li>
<li>Communicate and meet with parents when there are concerns in the classrooms or at the sites</li>
</ul>
Health/Safety
<ul>
<li>Ensures no child will be left alone or unsupervised at any time</li>
<li>Ensures required monthly safety drills are scheduled by the site health coordinator &amp; verified when done</li>
</ul>
Site Supervisor
<ul>
<li>Leads site meetings monthly</li>
<li>Ensures that Daily Safety Checklists are submitted, signed, and turn in to the Family Support Coordinator</li>
<li>Fills out Maintenance Request forms and turns them in when items at the site need to be fixed</li>
<li>Order supplies for the site as needed</li>
</ul>
Position-Specific Duties:
<ul>
<li>Maintains CLASS reliability and conducts CLASS observations as requested</li>
<li>Will report issues, concerns, and problems to Project Director.</li>
</ul>
Other Duties:
<ul>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned or requested.</li>
<li>Occasional travel to other sites.</li>
<li>May need to attend meetings and training sessions outside of regular work schedule.</li>
<li>May have to help in the classroom based on program needs.</li>
</ul>
Education/Training Required:
<ul>
<li>A baccalaureate or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education</li>
<li>A Baccalaureate or advanced degree in a field related to Early Childhood Education, with experience teaching preschool children</li>
<li>CPR and First Aid certification and annual renewal of CPR and First Aid certification within the first 12 months of employment (or audit the CPR course if physically necessary).</li>
</ul>
Minimum Experience and Skills Required:
To perform the duties of this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below outline the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies that are required in this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
<ul>
<li>1-year experience teaching in an early childhood environment</li>
<li>Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood education.</li>
<li>Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with children, parents, and staff.</li>
<li>Ability to interact with others professionally and appropriately.</li>
<li>Ability to read and interpret child development reports and periodicals and general memoranda and other literature.</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of individuals, including clients and co-workers, and to maintain effective working relationships with SENDCAA clients and staff.</li>
<li>Ability to meet Head Start Performance Standards and regulations.</li>
<li>Ability to perform work with independence under the general direction of a supervisor.</li>
<li>Capable of reporting to work on time prepared to perform the duties of the position and willing to perform duties as workload necessitates.</li>
<li>Ability to carry out the duties of this position while helping to fulfill SENDCAA’s mission and while adhering to policies, procedures, and regulations.</li>
<li>Ability to follow protocols, (e.g., chain of command, confidentiality) when communicating with others in the program, families, governing body, policy group, committees, and those in other community programs.</li>
<li>Represents the community’s cultural and linguistic diversity throughout the program by ensuring that staff, committees, practices, materials, and activities reflect this diversity</li>
</ul>
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise employees in the classroom/education staff. Responsible for the direction, coordination, and evaluation of classrooms. Carries out supervisory responsibilities following the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training new employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems professionally.
The working conditions and environment and the physical requirements/activities listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Working Conditions and Environment: While performing the duties of this position, the individual generally has good working conditions. The employee is often exposed to moderate noise from children.
Physical Requirements/Activities: While performing the duties of this position, the individual is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, carry, balance, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, reach with hands and arms, use hands to fingers, handle, feel and use equipment/materials, push, pull, lift, twist, grip, see/observe, and communicate (talk and hear). Occasionally, the employee is required to exert up to 25 pounds of force and/or less than 25 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Intermittently, the employee is required to exert up to 40 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Intermittently, the employee is required to jump, crawl, or climb.
The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel in this position.
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Early Childhood Education Coordinator

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSalary: UP TO $50 PER HOUR 
Position Summary:
The Early Childhood Education (ECE) Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing individualized and group instruction aligned with the developmental needs of children ages 35 in inclusive classroom settings, in partnership with Elwyn. The ECE Teacher works closely with an Assistant Teacher to maintain a structured, supportive, and engaging classroom environment that promotes growth across developmental domains and aligns with each child's IEP. This role requires strong instructional leadership, inclusive practices, and effective collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teams.
 
 
Key Responsibilities:
Instruction &amp; Curriculum
<ul>
<li>Develop and implement daily lesson plans aligned with Creative Curriculum and/or other approved frameworks. </li>
<li>Differentiate instruction to meet the developmental levels and IEP goals of children with and without special needs. </li>
<li>Guide the Assistant Teacher in supporting small-group and individualized instruction throughout the day. </li>
<li>Utilize developmentally appropriate practices to promote childrens growth in all domains. </li>
</ul>
IEP Development &amp; Implementation
<ul>
<li>Assist in writing and updating present levels, annual goals, and progress reports in collaboration with the IEP team and service providers. </li>
<li>Ensure IEPs are implemented with fidelity in all instructional and non-instructional routines. </li>
</ul>
Data Collection &amp; Monitoring
<ul>
<li>Collect, analyze, and report student progress toward IEP goals using data-informed instructional strategies. </li>
</ul>
Behavioral Support
<ul>
<li>Implement Positive Behavior Support Plans and collect behavior data as needed. </li>
<li>Participate in Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and interdisciplinary team meetings as required.</li>
</ul>
Administer Developmental Assessments
<ul>
<li>Administer standardized tools such as the DAYC-2 as part of the re-evaluation process to assess each childs cognitive and social-emotional development.</li>
<li>Use assessment data to determine progress or regression in developmental milestones and to inform individualized intervention planning. </li>
</ul>
Staff Direction
<ul>
<li>Supervise and guide the Assistant Teacher in daily implementation of routines, instructional support, and behavior strategies. </li>
</ul>
Classroom Management
<ul>
<li>Maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment in collaboration with the Assistant Teacher. </li>
<li>Apply proactive behavior management strategies to support positive behaviors. </li>
<li>Ensure that classroom materials, activities, and interactions reflect cultural diversity and inclusion. </li>
</ul>
Collaboration &amp; Communication
<ul>
<li>Work collaboratively with the Assistant Teacher, therapists, families, and Elwyn administrators. </li>
<li>Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, IEP meetings, and other planning sessions. </li>
<li>Provide regular updates to families and document student progress toward IEP goals and developmental milestones. </li>
</ul>
Compliance &amp; Documentation
<ul>
<li>Complete all educational documentationincluding lesson plans, student observations, re-evaluation assessments, and progress reportsin a timely and accurate manner. </li>
<li>Ensure ongoing compliance with all requirements set by Elwyn, Abundant Life Family Services, and state licensing authorities. </li>
<li>Maintain up-to-date training through Relias and complete continuing education credits as required to uphold your teaching certification. </li>
<li>Adhere to all school-wide initiatives, safety protocols, and organizational policies.</li>
</ul>
 
 
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Masters degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related field (required) </li>
<li>Pennsylvania Instructional I Certificate in Early Childhood Education, PreK4 or N3 (required) or Special Education K-12 </li>
<li>Minimum 13 years of experience working in inclusive early childhood settings </li>
<li>Familiarity with IEP development, documentation systems (such as IEPWriter), and educational data collection tools </li>
<li>Completion of or willingness to complete training in CPR and de-escalation strategies (e.g., Safe Crisis Management or CPI) </li>
<li>Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and related service providers </li>
<li>Knowledge of IEPs, child development, and inclusive education practices </li>
<li>Excellent communication, organization, and classroom leadership skills </li>
<li>Ability to collaborate effectively with the Assistant Teacher and a multidisciplinary team </li>
<li>Clearances: PA Child Abuse, Criminal History, FBI Fingerprints (required prior to start)</li>
</ul>

Early Childhood Education Teacher

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Early Childhood Education Teacher Job Description Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: 
<ul>
<li>Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate preferred.</li>
<li>Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment.</li>
<li>Bachelor’s or master’s degree in early childhood education preferred.</li>
<li>Utilizing the Reggio education approach, the Child Care Teacher plans, develops and implements child centered creative, and adaptive lesson plans and provides a safe, secure, and engaging environment for children six weeks to six years age.</li>
<li>As part of a teaching team, the&nbsp; Child Care Teacher ensures that interactions with children support their self-esteem and promote their growth and development.</li>
<li>The Child Care Teacher makes learning a fun process that allows and encourages children to explore their full potential.</li>
<li>This position communicates effectively and with respect to parents and team members.</li>
<li>The Child Care Teacher supports parents in achieving their parenting goals.</li>
</ul>
Required:
<ul>
<li>2 years of previous experience working with children aged 6 weeks to 6 years of age (paid or unpaid)</li>
</ul>
Experience Preferred:
<ul>
<li>Experience specifically working with children 6 weeks to 2 years old</li>
<li>Previous experience working with children in a care center environment</li>
<li>Familiarity with the Reggio philosophical approach to education for children, Education/training.</li>
</ul>
Required:
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma or equivalent.</li>
<li>Minimum of 40 hours of coursework in early childhood education or related field (i.e., Child Psychology, Children’s Literature) Education/training</li>
</ul>
Preferred:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's or master’s in early childhood education or Elementary Education strongly preferred</li>
</ul>
Independent action(s) required:
<ul>
<li>Respond to the needs of children.</li>
<li>Plan, develop, and implement lesson plans for the assigned classroom.</li>
<li>Document children’s daily progress and activities and prepare reports for parents.</li>
<li>Ensure that the classroom is clean and neat and free of health hazards or infection control risks.</li>
<li>Prepare ongoing assessments and documentation regarding children and children’s activities.</li>
<li>Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): Supervise teacher aides and volunteers assigned to their classroom or within their scope of practice throughout the Center.</li>
</ul>
Additional position requirements:
<ul>
<li>All positions are required to be available for shift rotations, holidays, and weekends.</li>
<li>Preparation of the environment for classroom activities, including weekends and evenings,&nbsp;is required.</li>
<li>Ensuring that classrooms are kept in a manner that supports infection control, a pleasing environment in terms of aesthetics, and readiness for the next class assigned to that area is required.</li>
<li>Reviewing the area for safety, both indoors and outdoors,&nbsp;is essential.</li>
<li>Preparation of lesson plans for the week and assigned weekends is required.</li>
</ul>
Age-specific groups served:
<ul>
<li>Pediatric, Adult Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):</li>
<li>Physical - Lifting less than 20 lbs. Activities: Frequent bending, Climbing (steps, ladder, other)</li>
</ul>
Mental/Sensory:
<ul>
<li>Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking,</li>
</ul>
Creativity Emotional:
<ul>
<li>Fast-paced environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Salary Range:$37,000.00 To $50,000.00 Annually
The Early Childhood Education (ECE) Coordinator provides administrative support to the Children’s Learning Center in maintaining high quality education. The ECE Coordinator will be responsible for providing administrative support to the center to ensure compliance with accreditation, funders and licensing requirements. The ECE Coordinator assists the Early Childhood Education Manager in creating and operationalizing the overall recruitment and engagement strategy.
 The ECE Coordinator is responsible for acquiring and maintaining current knowledge of the Children’s Learning Center, including admission and eligibility criteria; for inquires, tours and enrollments of potential families and children for childcare and preschool. The ECE Coordinator is responsible for providing accurate billing and food program data. The position provides leadership in coordinating family and community events and volunteer opportunities.
 The ECE Coordinator provides coverage in the absence of the ECE Manager and is a back-up at times the manager is unavailable. The position reports to the Early Childhood Education Manager in Pontiac.
Recruitment and Enrollment Management
Program Administration
<ul>
<li>As part of the ECE leadership team, provides coverage and back-up to the ECE Manager when they are off, on vacation or unavailable.</li>
<li>Organizes and maintains appropriate documentation and an efficient database system for funder, state and national reporting purposes as it pertains to enrollment.</li>
<li>Tracks and audits staff professional development and credential records to ensure state and/or national compliance. Will coordinate with the ECE Manager when there is non-compliance.</li>
<li>Maintains all child files (electronic and physical), ensuring they remain in compliance with licensing, funding, and NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) requirements.</li>
<li>Audits Child Files quarterly to ensure compliance.</li>
<li>Responsible for data reporting for Michigan Department of Education, the Bureau Licensing and Regulations, Oakland County Health Department, Oakland Schools and the Great Start to Quality.</li>
<li>Processes all billing and payment information in accordance with the agency and MDHHS protocols and submits information to the RDMA for final processing.</li>
<li>Tracks all DHHS approvals, monitoring status and expirations. Keep a record of family correspondences and reviews with the ECE Manager for additional follow-up.</li>
<li>Maintain all necessary financial documentation for billing and financial audits.</li>
<li>Submits and reviews the weekly tuition payments and balance report to the ECE Manager.</li>
<li>Maintains the ProCare database; enters and updates family profiles, ensures information remains up to date and assists families in setting up digital access.</li>
<li>Maintains all necessary enrollment and documentation for compliance with the CACFP program.</li>
<li>Distributes, collects, and reviews all CACFP meal and attendance documentation, and enters all classroom meals and attendance sheet data. Submits required documentation to RDMA for billing.</li>
<li>Ensures all new staff complete the appropriate CACFP trainings and current staff complete annual trainings as needed.</li>
<li>Supports ECE Manager in the maintaining and auditing of program files to ensure compliance with GSRP, State Licensure and NAEYC accreditation.</li>
<li>Attends CLC and Agency staff meetings and all agency Leadership meetings as directed.</li>
<li>Maintains and adheres to standards of State licensure including knowledge of all licensing rules and timely reporting of potential violations to both internal and external authorities.</li>
<li>In partnership with the ECE Manager, determines each child’s free lunch status according to Federal guidelines, A, B and C coding.</li>
<li>Assists the ECE Manager with maintaining and auditing of program files to ensure compliance with GSRP, State Licensure and NAEYC accreditation.</li>
<li>As requested, meets with other departments to review quality assurance standards, compliance expectations and data reporting.</li>
<li>Provides support to the program in maintaining high quality education by providing training on key administrative and reporting processes within the centers.</li>
<li>Completes necessary center and agency paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.</li>
<li>Responsible for assisting with licensing required on-boarding processes for new staff under the direction of the ECE Manager, fingerprinting, on-line trainings, etc. Assures all documents are filed in the personal file timely and in accordance with requirements.</li>
<li>Responsible for incorporating principles of diversity, equity and inclusion in work processes and in job functions. Responsible for promoting a feeling of welcoming, belonging, and acceptance to all clients and staff. </li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Engagement
<ul>
<li>Preplans classroom events partnering with teachers on scheduling i.e. vision and hearing screenings, dental visits, picture days, special guest/volunteers, etc.</li>
<li>Creates an annual calendar of planned events that is distributed to employees and families and is posted throughout the center.</li>
<li>Coordinates all events as listed above, communicating with families, teachers and strategically organizes all aspects of the events, including set ups, purchases, requesting assistance from facilities etc.</li>
<li>Actively seeks out other resources for events, volunteer opportunities and parent engagement.</li>
<li>Supports the program and teachers in making appropriate referrals to services for families that need additional support.</li>
<li>Utilizes and updates the onsite community resource frequently board and materials for families. This may include recalls, upcoming events, announcements, etc.</li>
<li>Coordinates program volunteer opportunities, donations, and supplies drives with the Development Department. Presents volunteer opportunities at interested organizations and businesses.</li>
<li>Represents the Agency in the community by participating in community events to promote and recruit for the Children’s Learning Centers and the Early Childhood Department.</li>
<li>Frequently communicates, initiates and meets with the Marketing Department for social media needs related to enrollments, upcoming external and internal planned events.</li>
<li>Ensures media releases are updated annually.</li>
</ul>
Does this Describe YOU?
<ul>
<li>Bachelor/s degree in Early Childhood, Human Services, Business, or related field.</li>
<li>Two to four years' experience as a GSRP teacher with supervisory or leadership experience preferred.</li>
<li>Has experience with demonstrating a strong foundation in child development and education in a past role(s).</li>
<li>Prior experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a childcare setting is highly valued.</li>
<li>Advanced skills in childcare recruitment, marketing and enrollment strategies preferred.</li>
<li>Experience working with GSRP and tuition-based programs strongly preferred. Similar settings will be considered.</li>
<li>Experience using the High Scope approach to learning is preferred. Similar curriculum approaches will be considered with the understanding the candidate will adapt to High Scope.</li>
<li>Proficient in problem solving and critical thinking strategies.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively, speaking clearly and communicating and building positive relationships with parents, teachers and children.</li>
<li>Accurate and excellent attention to detail with strong organizational skills.</li>
<li>Has experience building relationships and a proven track records with both internal and external partners.</li>
<li>Understanding and knowledge of state and local regulations governing childcare centers is crucial for ensuring a safe and compliant environment</li>
<li>Demonstrated skills and proficiency in documentation, tracking, billing, auditing and other related administrative skills including DHHS billing, knowledge of CACFP preferred.</li>
<li>Ability to work well under pressure and able to balance multiple demands at one time and work with frequent interruptions to perform duties and tasks to expected levels of professionalism.</li>
<li>Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.</li>
<li>Ability to accept supervisory direction and to work independently on assigned tasks and meet deadlines as required. </li>
<li>Selected candidates for this position must possess a sensitivity to the diversity of the Agency’s service population including (but not limited to) differences of culture, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation and socioeconomic characteristics.</li>
<li>Special abilities and skills that are necessary to perform the required tasks and that best meet the needs of the Agency will also be considered. Any standard above may be waived when compensating specifications or circumstances exist.</li>
</ul>
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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
***$1,000 sign on bonus &amp; Benefits***
Family Service Association is seeking passionate Full Time EEC certified Teachers to join our incredible team at our Kids Academy program. Our staff at Kids Academy are the heart and soul of our center. Joining our team means you’ll be directly supporting the development of the children and their education every day. You’ll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping children reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact you’re making on the lives of the children and their families—and knowing that your work matters. Teachers at Kids Academy oversee the day to day functioning of the classroom and ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children. With the support and guidance of our leadership team, teachers will design and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that will promote social-emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. A few things that set us apart:
<ul>
<li>Newly remodeled facility including outdoor learning environment</li>
<li>Set Monday-Friday schedule</li>
<li>35 hour per week schedule at $19 per hour</li>
<li>We truly work life balance which is one of the many reasons why we offer THREE weeks of vacation! (for full time employees)</li>
<li>Comprehensive benefits package including: •&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Medical, dental, vision insurance •&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Long term disability insurance •&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Life insurance •&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;403b pension plan •&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Flexible spending account •&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Three weeks paid vacation •&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Twelve paid holidays •&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Generous earned sick time</li>
</ul>
Family Service Association is eligible as a site for loan repayment under the Ma Repay Program and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.&nbsp; These Programs are contingent upon the availability of funding. **This information is intended for informational purposes and does not constitute a guarantee of future benefits.** Check out these links to determine if you qualify: Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid Our Programs | MA Repay Program
Candidates must be 18 years of age, meet Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) teacher requirements, and pass a DCF /CORI/SORI background record check.
Family Service Association is a comprehensive private, non-profit social service agency dedicated to the development and implementation of services designed to provide strength and support to individuals and families throughout southeastern Massachusetts.&nbsp; Headquartered in Fall River, Family Service Association strives to increase the capacity of individuals and families to cope with the stresses of family life and interpersonal relationships in a positive, productive and health-improving manner.&nbsp; This agency is a leading provider of professional social services in the South Coast region of Massachusetts, with a 130-year tradition of high quality.
Family Service Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Teacher - Early Childhood Education

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Employment Status:&nbsp;Full Time (40 Hours) or Part-Time (30 Hours)
Schedule: Day Shift, Monday - Friday
Salary:&nbsp;$18-$23/Hour
Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Dental Insurance</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
<li>Employee Discount Program</li>
<li>Free Family Membership</li>
<li>Health Insurance</li>
<li>Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance</li>
<li>Paid Time-Off (Vacation and Sick)</li>
<li>Vision Insurance</li>
<li>403(b) Retirement Plan</li>
<li>13 Paid Hoildays</li>
</ul>
 
About the Organization&nbsp;
Founded as separate organizations in 1948, Jewish Long Beach and the Barbara and Ray Alpert JCC (AJCC) are the newly merged single agency serving the functions of a Jewish community center, Jewish federation, and Jewish community foundation for the Long Beach and west Orange County areas. Jewish Long Beach and the AJCC administer a wide variety of programs and services, rooted in Jewish values but open to all, including early childhood education, summer camp, and after-school programs, adult education, services for seniors, leadership development, fitness and wellness programs, advocacy, and much more. Jewish Long Beach also awards nearly $500,000 in grants annually to a variety of nonprofit agencies throughout the Long Beach area and overseas. The organization owns and operates an eight-acre multi-use campus in east Long Beach, has an annual operating budget of approximately $7 million, and manages approximately $35 million in philanthropic assets.&nbsp;
Position Summary&nbsp;
The teacher is responsible for the health, safety and education of young children, parents and families.&nbsp;Priorities are direct programming with children, parent education and program development.&nbsp;
Essential Position Responsibilities&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Direct care and supervision of children.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Writing and implementing lesson plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Program and curriculum development, independently and in collaboration with other staff and parents.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Prepare a weekly letter to parents communicate with parents about special events using the electronic note system and telephone calls if necessary.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Prepare and participate in parent conferences.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Attend and participate in all staff training and meetings.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Prepare classroom including set-up at the beginning of school and clean-up at the end.&nbsp;</li>
<li>On time performances of Duty Schedule assignments are crucial responsibilities within the work day.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Develop and present parent and family education.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Maintains the highest quality of courtesy, friendliness and service excellence toward members, visitors and other staff.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Other responsibilities as assigned.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Behavioral Expectations&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Clearly communicate the “mission,” ensuring everyone works toward the same goals.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Create a positive environment where two-way communication, accountability, and strong trust are established.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Promote teamwork and respect, both internally between staff as well as in community-facing contexts with donors, volunteers, members, and other stakeholders.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Demonstrate the ability to respond with a high degree of responsiveness to the needs and requests of others, internally and externally. Understand the impact of their work on others.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Deal constructively with conflict and focus on the situation, issue or behavior and not on the person by diffusing situations before conflicts arise, resolving conflicts directly and actively promoting and gaining cooperation from others.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Accurately provide and receive information in oral and written communications.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Consistently provide ideas, opinions, or information in an articulate, professional way.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Actively listen to others and demonstrate understanding of other points of view.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Willingness and ability to adjust to changing conditions or priorities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Take the initiative to identify and act on problems, and lead by example. Consistently make decisions that resolve problems and act decisively when necessary.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
 
Requirements&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>All employees must be fingerprinted and cleared by the State Department of Justice.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Health Exam Screening with Negative TB test or proof of a clear Tuberculosis test or chest X-ray. A doctor’s certification is acceptable in place of an annual chest X-ray.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Current Pediatric CPR and First Aide certification and Health &amp; Safety class required within the first 3 months of employment.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Immunization record: Influenza or waiver, Tdap (Pertussis), and MMR (Measles)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Mandated Reporter training required within first month of employment&nbsp;</li>
<li>Must be able to relate well to children.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, Jewish holidays, traditions and life cycle events.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Obtain a minimum of 8 continuing education hours per calendar year. Remain current with educational trends. (Staff Development trainings can be used as continuing education hours)&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>React to change productively and successfully manage multiple details and deadlines.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Education and/or Experience&nbsp;
A High School diploma or equivalent required. A bachelor's degree in a related field or successful completion of 24 units ECE/CD including core courses [1] + 16 GE units 1 year classroom experience preferred.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Language Skills&nbsp;
Excellence in customer service requires the ability to deal effectively with people in a variety of situations in person and in writing.&nbsp;Ability to communicate effectively with individuals or groups of members or employees in English. Ability to read and interpret English language documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write reports and compose correspondence by hand and/or by computer.&nbsp;
Mathematical Skills&nbsp;
Basic math skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.&nbsp;
Reasoning Ability&nbsp;
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. The ability to ask for assistance to draw valid conclusions as necessary.&nbsp;
Physical Demand&nbsp;
While performing the duties of this job, the ECE teacher is regularly required to use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, and speak or hear.&nbsp;This person is required to stand and move about the entire building and grounds, as well as off-site area. Due to the nature of the job, it is necessary to be able to pick up a 45-pound child and navigate both classrooms and playground. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision and distance vision up to 75 feet.&nbsp;
Work Environment&nbsp;
Primarily the ECE wing is comprised of offices, classrooms and playground. Noise level, toys on the floor and clutter will be as normal to childcare environments.&nbsp;Some programs and responsibilities will occur in other parts of the campus or at off-site venues not owned or under the control of the Jewish Long Beach.&nbsp;
 
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or requirements of this position. Employees are expected to perform other functions as assigned or requested to further support the organization’s mission.&nbsp;
 
Jewish Long Beach is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer-Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability.
 
Compensation details: 17-20 Hourly Wage
 
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