Program Director

OPERATIONS

• Develops and directs the implementation of goals objectives policies procedures and work standards where applicable for the assigned program; interprets and complies with all applicable federal and state regulations.
• Model effective teaching observation and assessment as well as child support through classroom coverage and teaching.

• Monitors and directs or performs daytoday operations of the assigned program to ensure that policies and procedures are being followed that goals and objectives are met and that services and projects are being accomplished efficiently and effectively; takes corrective action as necessary and where subordinates are present.
• Oversee technology systems and supervise coordination of all data management systems logic model MOCHA CARES time and activities logs etc.

• As the TICDC Program Director guides and assists in the planning of curriculum according to the Creative Curriculum guidelines incorporates the California Foundations and Curriculum Frameworks Desired Results Developmental Profiles (DRDPs) CSEFEL strategies and the observations of children which evolves and expands over time according to the needs and interests of the children.
• Assures staff complete and submit DRDP assessments on time.
• Oversees and is responsible for the observation recording and assessment of child in a group that results in an environment supportive of the changing needs of children.
• Seeks information relevant to the needs of the children s/he is serving for example information on school readiness bilingual development special needs and ages and stages of development.
• Actively involves parents/guardians in classroom and center activities.
• Guides center tours application processing and file compliance understanding and implementing Dept of Ed regulations (both file compliance and throughout the program); Understanding and implementing Community Care Licensing standards and regulations.

ACTIVITIES

• Develops systems and maintains records that provide for the proper evaluation control and documentation of assigned activities; prepares a variety of written correspondence reports procedures directives and other materials.
• Responsible for scheduling and conducting parentteacher conferences twice a year (Nov and May).
• Promotes and enhances the childs and familys participation in all program events.
• Implement program of food service according to center policies and established food handling and nutritional guidelines and a written menu.
• Is familiar with Community Care Licensing regulations and assures classroom is in compliance at all times including ratios sign in sheets are completed daily and daily health checks are done.

FISCAL MANAGEMENT

• Carry out sound fiscal management practices to include develop monitor and stay within program budget.
• Complete billing coding and submissions to accounts payable.
• Coordinate payroll approval and completion.

EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT

• Manage the time usage and recording of reporting staff to include training disciplining scheduling directing developing and performance management of employees.
• Plans organizes administers reviews and evaluates the work of subordinate professional technical support and operational staff where present through subordinate supervisors and lead workers.
• Solicits and responds to the families requests and suggestions and communicates them to appropriate staff.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Provides for the selection training professional development and work evaluation of subordinate staff and makes recommendations on hiring termination promotion and discipline as required.

• Is Responsible for maintaining active teaching permit including renewal upgrading and all required professional development work required.

• Works with Program Leadership to facilitate onsite opportunities helps create a professional development plan for classroom teachers and creates feedback for annual teacher evaluations.
• Confers with and represents the program and the department in meetings with other City departments and divisions; including but not limited to: a variety of public entities businesses community groups and organizations; fosters collaborative working relationships to the benefit of the program and the department.

LEADERSHIP

• Assist Leadership in the development maintenance and improvement of Performance Quality Standards PQI client and partner feedback and followup where necessary to ensure prompt and appropriate services.
• Collaborative Leadership: Proven ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment through effective communication shared decisionmaking and consistent support.
• Participate as a member of an organizationwide Management Team to deliver the highest quality of services in keeping with the mission vision and values of the organization.
• Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience:

Teaching Credential / or equivalent plus 25 ECE Units or BA College Degree plus minimum 25 ECE Units/ equivalent 24 ECE units are the norm for this position)

• CDPR Pesticides Training Certificate
• Child Care Center Operations and Record Keeping Orientation Certificate
• Minimum of 5 years documented relevant experience
• Site Supervisor or Program Director Permit required. Three of the required units shall be in administration or adult supervision; adult supervision in ECE is only a 2unit class administration classes are 3 units; four years of teaching experience are required.
• BA or Masters in a relevant field
• Complete 16 hours of Health and Safety training pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866
• Mandated Reporting Training Certificate
• Must be certified in Pediatric CPR and First Aid.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Achievement oriented.
• Must demonstrate an understanding of child development theory and practice and experience with class planning and implementation as well as experience conducting observations of children and teaching staff.
• Knowledgeable of social issues such as poverty violence racism that impact children and families.
• Understands emotional and social development including the emergence of identity and selfesteem.
• Understanding of the needs of the workingpoor and marginalized communities.
• Ability to supervise others and display healthy leadership skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure display organizational skills.
• Ability to be punctual and responsible ability to work in a fastpaced environment and manage competing demands.
• Bilingual in Spanish and/or Chinese dialect preferred but not required.
• Ability to provide for the care and safety of children without physical or verbal exploitation or prejudice.
• Ability to communicate positively and actively develop ongoing interaction with parents in order to discuss daily activities.
• Customer oriented.
• MOCHA (citywide database for enrollment and DRDP reporting

• Demonstrates the necessary attitudes knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in crosscultural situations.

Prerequisites Required Prior to the First Day of Employment:

Fingerprints: Required

TB Screening: Required

First Aid Certificate: Required

• Is responsible for accurate and timely data entry that aids Performance and Quality Improvement (PQI) reporting and case record reviews.
• Is responsible for accurate and timely submission of case records.
• Serves on a quarterly case record review committee for Performance and Quality Improvement
• Serves on department or program Performance and Quality Improvement PQI Committee responsible for monitoring goals and reporting.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent bending standing stooping kneeling reaching twisting and walking.
• Intermittent lifting pushing and pulling.

• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and extensive reading.
• Driving is required for this position.

If driving a car is required for the position the incumbent must have a valid California drivers license and be able to provide proof of DMV record and personal insurance (if required.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Exposure to children ages 3 months to 5 years of age
• The work environment includes contact with many children who may be loud and at times behaviorally challenged.
• Contact with clients who may have behavioral and psychiatric problems including shouting use of profanity and inappropriate behavioral choices.
• Noise level in work environment is usually moderate and consistent with a normal office setting.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

In accordance with the requirements of title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) Catholic Charities SF does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services programs or activities. Furthermore Catholic Charities SF does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under title I of the ADA

CATHOLIC CHARITIES IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is committed to providing equal employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin ancestry age sex sexual orientation gender identity legal domicile status veteran status disability or AIDS/HIV status or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Required Experience:

Director