Director of Early Childhood Education - Longwood at HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC | NY | Rezi

Director of Early Childhood Education - Longwood at HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC

Director of Early Childhood Education - Longwood

HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC · NY

2 months ago

Director of Early Childhood Education - Longwood

HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC · NY

2 months ago
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About the Role

Manage the daycare and Pre-K center at Homes for the Homeless (HFH) in the Bronx. Develop a high-quality program for a vulnerable population, contributing to an organization that values community impact.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a team comprised of a Head Teacher, Assistant Teacher, Daycare Helper, and Enrollment Specialist.
  • Oversee a classroom of up to twenty children between 2-5 years old, if the Head teacher is unavailable.
  • Lead staff recruitment and student enrollment efforts.
  • Spearhead curriculum development and daily lesson planning alongside Head Teacher.
  • Collaborate with administration and other department directors regarding child and family progress assessments and needs.
  • Coordinate with administration for staff training, development, and background check clearances.
  • Provide reports to agency administrators and program funders as needed.
  • Liaise with appropriate City agencies including DOE, DOH, and ACS.

Requirements

  • Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education.
  • Current NYS Teaching Certification.
  • At least two years of lead teacher experience in a program for children less than six years of age.
  • Demonstrated supervisory experience.
  • Ability to effectively lead a team and coordinate with other department directors as needed.
  • Enthusiasm and a positive, strengths-based approach to program management and development.
  • Must be willing to consent to a multi-phase criminal background check.
  • Ability to lift 40 or more pounds.
  • Ability to sit on the floor, bend down, and pick up children throughout the course of an eight-hour shift.

Location

  • Longwood area of the Bronx

Work Type

  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • Director
  • Supervisory

Education Level

  • Master's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Early Childhood Education

Salary/Compensations

  • $80,000

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
  • Employer-funded 403(b) retirement plan
  • Commuter benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Work/Life Assistance Program
  • 3 weeks paid vacation
  • 10 sick days
  • 3 personal days
  • 12 paid holidays

About the Company

  • Homes for the Homeless operates shelters for families experiencing homelessness in NYC.
  • Family residences offer onsite programs accessible to residents and the local community.
  • The goal is to positively impact families, enabling them to thrive long after leaving shelters.

Equal Opportunity

  • Homes for the Homeless is committed to promoting an inclusive organizational environment of dignity and respect.
  • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to equal treatment, and prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, arrest or conviction, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law.