Location and Job Title:

Early Childhood Program Manager
JCC of Central NJ
1391 Martine Ave
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076

Principal Responsibilities:

The JCC of Central NJ is a non-profit agency whose mission is to educate, enrich and empower our community - from generation to generation. The JCC is a membership based, non-profit agency which offers educational, recreational, fitness & wellness, cultural and communal programs and activities to people of all abilities and all stages of life.

Summary of Position:
The JCC is looking for a passionate, energetic, creative, and motivated individual to join the leadership team of our Early Childhood program. The Brody Family Early Learning Center has a stellar reputation and robust enrollment, serving nearly 300 students. The ideal candidate has experience working with children and their families in both educator and administrative roles, and is able to work in a fast-paced, creative, hands-on environment. The Early Childhood Program Manager will share responsibilities for supporting the curriculum and pedagogical needs of the school, mentoring and coaching teachers, organizing professional development, and supporting operational needs of the department. This is a 12-month position reporting to the Director of Early Childhood. It is a 40-hour a week, overtime exempt role, generally working 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. Some nights and weekends may be required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide pedagogical leadership for infant and toddler teaching teams
• Supervise and manage all infant and toddler lead and co-teachers at the main site and Annex site(s)
• Plan, execute, lead, and supervise up to ten vacation days over the course of the school year on days when school is not in session
• Reimagine, plan, and execute all "Grown Up and Me" programming, including a Stay and Play/January Two's class, baby playgroups, and vendor-based classes
• Oversee and supervise early childhood late stay programming
• Partner with Early Childhood Parent Committee (ECPC) to enhance family engagement efforts
• Support the purchasing of equipment and supplies in alignment with pedagogical approach, including expense tracking and supply ordering
• Work with Director of Inclusion and Diversity to provide support to early childhood families
• Work with Children's Services team members to create synergy and connection within all children's programming
• Support the EC Operations Manager to maintain licensing standards and operations protocol
• Attend Early Childhood Department meetings and JCC staff meetings
• Support the Camp Yachad Leadership Team to create continuity between camp and school programs
• Represent the Early Childhood program in cross-functional teams, committees or agency-wide initiatives
• Clearly communicate regularly with colleagues to ensure transparency, coordination, and total agency support
• Other relevant duties as assigned

Physical Demands:

• Sit stationary at a desk working on a computer for part of the day
• Move freely around the building, and travel between on-site and offsite location(s)
• Spend time outdoors during the school day when needed
• Lifting up to 30 pounds

Key Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Medical and Dependent Care FSAs; HSA
• Mass transit and commuter parking FSAs
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off
• Complimentary membership with use of facilities (fitness, aquatics, programs)
• Program discounts for the entire family

Salary Range: $65,000-$70,0000 annually depending on degree, skills, and experience

The JCC of Central NJ promotes a diverse workforce where all employees are treated fairly. All employees must work together with mutual respect. The Center complies with all applicable state and federal laws and holds its employees accountable to do the same.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required, Master's degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience as an early childhood educator or working in an early childhood setting
• Strong leadership skills, including ability to build relationships, lead effectively, and supervise others
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to effectively multi-task
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing
• Creative thinker
• Ability to maintain high energy throughout the day

Salary:

$65000

Agency Information:

The JCC of Central NJ's mission is to educate, enrich and empower our community - from generation to generation.

Our Vision is: In our community, with our community for our community.