The Sari Isdaner Early Childhood Center at the Katz JCC is actively seeking a dedicated and motivated Assistant Director to join our administrative team. As an award-winning provider of early childhood education in South Jersey for over 50 years, we are committed to fostering a strong community that embraces diversity in faiths, cultures, and backgrounds. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities:

Daily Staffing Coverage/Changes:

• Manage daily staffing coverage and changes, ensuring adequate support for classrooms.
• Facilitate seamless transitions in staffing arrangements.

• Oversee absences and time-off requests, ensuring proper coverage and adherence to policies.
• Streamline the approval process for staff time off.

• Ensure strict adherence to licensing regulations and compliance standards.
• Conduct regular audits to guarantee the center's compliance with NJ licensing requirements.

• Lead emergency procedures and drills, ensuring staff and students are well-prepared.
• Maintain up-to-date emergency response plans.

• Stay informed about universal preschool research and integrate relevant findings into program development.
• Continuously enhance the quality of early childhood education based on research insights.

• Support the Director in the day-to-day operations of the school.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment for both students and staff.

• Provide supervision and support to Occupational Therapists and Board Certified Behavior Analysts.

• Oversee external specialists working with the center, ensuring collaboration and alignment with the center's goals.

• Provide guidance and supervision to the Room Parent Coordinator.

• Conduct prospective parent tours, showcasing the center's facilities and educational programs.

• Handle parent phone calls related to student illness or injury with empathy and efficiency.

• Contribute to the development and enhancement of the center's curriculum.