The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence
Watertown, NY
The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence is one of 35 local Chapters of The Arc New York, the largest provider of supports and services for people intellectual and developmental disabilities in New York state. In addition to the programs The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence offers in Jefferson and St. Lawrence County, Chapters of The Arc New York collectively support more than 60,000 people with disabilities and their families in every county of the state, and employ more than 30,000 people in our shared mission to provide people with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities the ordinary and extraordinary opportunities of life.
As part of this larger statewide organization, The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence is able to draw on a rich network of expertise and statewide resources to ensure the highest quality services for the people we serve, and to raise the unified voices our Chapter communities and nearly 100,000 members statewide to strengthen our advocacy efforts.
Founded by families more than 75 years ago, The Arc New York has driven transformation and progress in the lives of people with disabilities, fought and ended the abuses of institutionalization, and developed a robust system of community support that provides opportunity, dignity, and integration for people with disabilities. Together with The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence and other Chapters across the state, The Arc New York continues to be an influential advocate for our system of care, and the rights and opportunities of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Job Specifications
Watertown, NY
On-site
9 days ago
Bachelor's Degree
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Preschool Coordinator - Bright Beginnings Early Learning Center
Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree, including or in addition to 12 credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field; one year teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or other early childhood program; one year supervising staff in a child care program. OR Associate’s Degree with 2 years teaching experience and 2 years supervising staff. OR Child Development Associate Credential with 2 years teaching experience and 2 years supervising staff. Those with an Associate’s or CDA will be required to have a plan of study to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree. Requirements are based on OCFS Site Director Requirements.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance - Authorized to work in the United States.
Summary/Objective- In conjunction with the Preschool Administrative Team, direct the planning, development, and execution of preschool programing.
Essential Functions – Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Oversee daily operations of all preschool classrooms and wrap around childcare
Maintain compliance with New York State Education Department (NYSED) 4410 regulations, Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) child care regulations, Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) requirements and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
Supervise teachers, teachers’ aides and administrative support specialists
Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching and mentoring
Responsible for recruitment, onboarding, orientation and retention of staff
Coordinate staff schedules and classroom coverage
Maintain documentation of licensing visits, audits and monitoring
Ensure required staff training and certifications remain current
Support emergency preparedness, evacuation drills and incident reporting
Support implementation of curriculum aligned with the NYS Early Learning Standards
Monitor lesson planning and child assessments
Ensure implementation of Individuated Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with the Special Education Coordinator and related service providers
Monitor enrollment and classroom capacity
Promote inclusive educational practices for children with and without disabilities
Support accreditation and quality improvements initiatives
Provided leadership in curriculum instructional practices and professional development including design and delivery of training to support staff competency and program effectiveness
Competencies –
Ethical Conduct
Time Management
Organization Skills
Detail Oriented
Confidentiality
Excellent writing skills
Excellent communication skills
Working knowledge of computer programs including but not limited to: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
Energetic
Supervisory Responsibility - Supervise teachers, teachers’ aides and administrative support specialists
Travel - Minimal travel is required between counties for various meetings.
Work Environment – The position operates out of the Bright Beginnings Early Learning Center and may require lifting of children, playing with students on the floor or outside. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands - The position operates out of the Bright Beginnings Early Learning Center and may require lifting of children, playing with students on the floor or outside.
Other Duties – This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. I have read and received a copy of the above job description and understand the responsibilities fully. I understand that the preceding job description will be reviewed/updated at least annually; more frequent updates will depend on contract needs.
AAP/EEO Statement – The Arc Jefferson – St. Lawrence has and will continue to provide all employees and applicants’ equal opportunity in the manner provided by law in all aspects of employment regardless of their age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition, or carrier status, or marital status. These individuals will be recruited, referred for hiring consideration, and employed with regard to the positive and appropriate utilization of their skills and capabilities. Qualified employees will be afforded non-discriminatory consideration for promotion and job advancement, and there will be no discrimination with regard to assignments, rates of pay, promotions, transfers, training, termination, accessibility, working conditions, and benefits.