Waldo Community Action Partners is seeking a Site Supervisor!

Sign on Incentive of $2,000 Available - $500 payable after successful completion of 90 days, $750 payable after successful completion of 6 months and $750 after successful completion of one year.

Monthly Early Childhood Educator Workforce Salary Supplement of $200 is available for all active, full and part-time employees in our Early Childhood Program.

WCAP is a charitable, educational, 501(c)(3) private non-profit organization. It is designed to utilize and mobilize public and private resources to assist low-income Waldo County residents in the alleviation of poverty and address its underlying causes.

WCAP's Early Childhood Program services children and families in Waldo County. Pre-K programs are available in school districts where WCAP collaborates with the public schools.

The Site Supervisor facilitates effective teamwork at assigned sites through supervision and support of teaching staff. This position promotes a culture of collaboration, professional reflection and learning.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Effective Staff Management:

1. Assist staff in carrying out daily classroom duties as necessary including providing direct support, training, technical assistance.

2. Establishes staff schedules, including approval of time off requests, and coordinates placement of classroom substitutes.

3. Assists with classroom coverage when necessary.

4. Ensures primary caregiving and continuity of care practices are followed.

5. Provides direct supervision of assigned sites and staff including but not limited to:

a. Monthly reflective supervision to Lead Teachers and other staff as needed.

b. Monthly site visits and reports.

c. Facilitates monthly staff meetings.

d. Assists with staff coverage as needed.

e. Provides in classroom support as needed.

f. Participates in Family Team Meetings and Case Conferences/Reviews as needed.

g. Requests assistance from Program Managers as necessary to support the nutrition, health, mental health and disabilities needs of children.

h. Monitors site needs and communicates budgetary needs to supervisor.

i. Annual evaluations of direct service staff.

6. Works collectively with coach to make recommendation for professional development for staff to supervisor.

7. Supports staff to maintain compliance and deadlines with timelines and policies.

8. Collaborates with other Site Supervisors, Coach, and Child Services Manager regarding teacher site/classroom assignments.

9. Participates in new hire interviews as applicable for site openings. Conduct site visits with candidates as necessary.

Promoting achievement for children and families:

1. Assists in promoting education outcomes for children by:

a. Collaborates with Child Services Manager as necessary to ensure services for eligible children are received.

b. Assist in annual developmental, behavioral, and health screening of children.

c. Participate in and facilitate, when necessary, case conferences between Family Advocates and classroom staff.

d. Monitors education plans and other required documentation for children and classrooms.

e. Facilitates team lesson planning, using children’s progress data, to ensure effective teaching methods.

2. Maintains positive relationship with parents and assists in resolving parent and community complaints.

3. Teams with all classroom and family service staff to promote a positive work culture and positive environment for children and families.

Oversight of Head Start Center:

1. Ensures facilities can operate within Head Start and Maine Child Care Licensing Standards and monitors on a daily basis.

2. Participates in recruitment efforts of program participants to help maintain full program enrollment.

3. Works with Facilities Coordinator to address any facilities needs as they arise.

4. Assists in maintaining classroom inventory.

5. Assists in completing classroom environmental checks

Records Coordination

1. Administrative support ensures all Head Start performance standards and state licensing requirements are met.

2. Assists in oversite of Childplus database and reporting for assigned sites.

Qualifications:

General Requirements:

· Must be able to pass a physical examination and TB screening.

· Must have adequate transportation, a valid driver's license and meet WCAP's insurance requirements.

· Must meet WCAP’s background clearance requirements.

· Valid Criminal Record History Check (CHRC) through DOE.

Experience and Skill Requirements:

The following experience and skills are considered essential:

· At least two years of experience working with infants and toddlers and/or preschool aged children, preferably in a Head Start Program.

· At least two years of supervisory experience and strong supervisory skills.

· Knowledge of typical and atypical child development.

· Knowledge of local resources for families and the processes for accessing resources.

· Familiarity with disabilities services, including Child Development Services (CDS), and other community resources for supporting children with special needs.

· Familiarity with Head Start Standards, preferred.

· Ability to work cooperatively and as a supportive member of a dynamic and interdisciplinary team.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Strong time management and organizational skills.

· Proficient skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Education Requirements:

You must meet the following education requirements:

· Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Special Education, Child Development or Early Child Education. Bachelor’s degrees in other fields will be considered on a case by case basis.

** All requirements and skills are considered to be essential, unless otherwise indicated

Waldo Community Action Partners has adopted a policy on mandatory vaccination to safeguard the health of our employees, clients and community from the hazard of COVID-19. All employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a term and condition of employment at WCAP as of January 31, 2022, unless an employee has an approved medical or religious accommodation on file.

A detailed job description is available on our website: www.waldocap.org. Please submit a completed WCAP employment application also available on our website to: Human Resources, WCAP, PO Box 130, Belfast, ME 04915. This position will remain open until a suitable applicant is found. WCAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.36 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
• Ed Tech II (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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