Youth Program Assistant Director
Description
Job Summary:
Position Summary: The Edna Martin Christian Center’s (EMCC) Youth Program Assistant Director is a position based within EMCC’s Leadership & Legacy Youth Program. This is a full-time, non-exempt position. The role of the Youth Program Assistant Director is to ensure the integrity and quality of the day-to-day program, support the program administratively facilitate communication with staff, families and program partners, and provide direct service to the youth, as needed
The purpose of this position is to ensure that school-based youth programs at EMCC operate efficiently and cohesively by giving the Youth Program Assistant Director responsibility for day-to-day program operations. The Assistant Director supports the Site Coordinators, who facilitate daily programming and represent EMCC priorities and values amongst school administrators, students, teachers, and parents. The Assistant Director is responsible for proactive planning with Site Coordinators with scheduling and site assignment, program activities and program fidelity.
Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with fidelity and in alignment with program-specific and organizational policies and procedures. Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- In collaboration with the Youth Program Director, oversees enrollment processes for incoming families and students in partnership with each Site Coordinator; manage student waitlist.
- Work cross-departmentally to refer the need for counseling, academic support and other supportive services to appropriate EMCC programs and external partners.
- Provide direct communication with families including, but not limited to, a weekly update for programming, changes to program schedules, and special programs.
- Provide direct coordination and communication with daily transportation staff, maintain and provide the team with updated rosters and routes.
- Establish and maintain professional, friendly, effective relationships with school staff, teachers, and partners.
- Lead and coordinate centralized family engagement events and activities with the Youth Program Director and Site Coordinators.
- Provide opportunities for youth-focused content creation, including drafting program reports, writing blogs, creating programs, leading discussions, research, etc.
- Sustain imperative partnerships for programs including direct support for students, professional development for staffing, technical assistance and evaluation, etc.
- Maintain inventory of supplies, technology, and materials and coordinate needs with Youth Program Director.
- Conduct tours of program sites.
- Create and adjust daily schedules to ensure ratios are met at all times.
- Partner with Youth Program Director for the overall operation of Edna Martin Christian Center’s facilities and ensure program alignment with grant metrics, the EMCC mission, vision and strategic plan.
- Partner with the Youth Program Director in coordinating and supervising curriculum implementation in all age groups, and in planning and developing the appropriate educational documentation at program sites.
- Communicate with the Youth Program Director regarding daily schedule, urgent needs, adjustments, etc.
- Provide direct service at all sites as needed.
- Other Youth Program Assistant Director related duties as assigned.
Staffing & Support:
- Provide direct oversight to the Youth Program Site Coordinators and Youth Program Assistants. This includes scheduling and organizing coverage, as needed, proactive program planning and appropriate coaching.
- Provide regular technical support and professional development to Site Coordinators to ensure best practices are being implemented and evaluated.
- Lead on-site staff (Site Coordinators, Youth Program Assistants, volunteers) in implementing educational and recreational activities such as MyOn Reader, IXL, STEM activities, tutoring, games, crafts, field trips, etc.
- Schedule, participate, and lead interviews and recruitment efforts.
Federal & State Regulations:
- Ensure that the academic needs of youth are identified and corresponding homework help, remediation and/or lesson plans are implemented at the program-level.
- Partner with the Youth Program Director and Director of Data and Impact to ensure grant-based data requirements, including but not limited to, grades, NWEA BOY (beginning of year), MOY (middle of year) and EOY (end of year) and semester-end grades and scores are collected and submitted into program-specific data systems including, but not limited to, Cayen Systems and ETO.
- Maintain data privacy and overall student and family confidentiality. Also, maintain an up-to-date database, Brightwheel, from each program site of the following;
- Demographic data and family contact information.
- School-based data including, but not limited to, attendance, school grades, etc.
- Ensure that monthly fire drills are held in compliance with EMCC and State standards and procedures and Legally Licensed Exempt Provider compliance is always maintained.
Complexity of Work:
- Within the scope of the job, it requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment, and adapt to change quickly.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- Willing to obtain a professional Child and Youth Care credential within two years of employment
Required Credential(s)
- Valid Driver’s License and have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, as demonstrated by good driving record
- First Aid/CPR training as required by the State of Indiana
- Up to date Fingerprints/background check, drug screening as required by the State of Indiana
- Computer literate (Google Workspace & Microsoft Office)
Required Education:
- A minimum of an Associate's degree in a relevant field, such as K-12 Education, Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or Youth Development, or an equivalent qualification, along with 3-5 years of direct experience.
Preferred Work Experience:
- Experience educating and supporting youth from all backgrounds; elementary through high school-age youth
- Supervision and/or program management experience
The preceding statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of tasks and functions for this position. Other tasks and functions may be assigned as needed to fulfill the mission of the organization.
Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Childcare Ministry Teacher
Description
Job Summary: The Edna Martin Childcare Ministry teacher has the overall responsibility of providing direct support to children and communication with families. The teacher operates the program within the confines of state, local and agency policies and budget.
Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Maintain a rich, child-focused, developmentally appropriate environment for the children in his/her care.
- Plan and implement a rich, child-focused, developmentally appropriate curriculum for the
- children in his or her care. Share weekly plans.
- Ensure that we meet state guidelines and that reports are submitted.
- Gather data about each child and keep records that lead to completion of summary reports. The data will be gathered for these reports through anecdotal records, developmental checklists, and portfolios.
- Understand and implement positive behavior management.
- Assist in the general operations of the classroom, including but not limited to: serving meals and snacks, cleaning the classroom when the children have left.
- Attend in-service training and local conferences, and read articles or books that keep him/her abreast of issues and trends in early childhood education.
- Complete all necessary continuing education as required by state, NAEYC and licensing.
- Participate in early childhood staff meetings, and all staff meetings.
- Support, cooperate with, and communicate with other administration,
- Maintain a positive attitude, and contribute to the general well-being of staff and students.
- Work and communicate with families in a positive manner, and on a regular basis.
- Communicate with parents by phone once per month, and send home newsletters.
- Work assigned hours, be punctual, and be regular in attendance
- Behave, speak, and dress in a professional manner.
- Carry out any other task as may be required by the lead teachers or early childhood directors, and carry out the goals and philosophy of the program.
Complexity of Work:
Within the scope of the job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment, and adapt to change quickly.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
Minimum Qualifications:
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- Valid Driver’s License and have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, as demonstrated by good driving record
- First Aid/CPR training as required by the State of Indiana
- Up to date Fingerprints/background check, drug screening as required by the State of Indiana
- Knowledge and ability to facilitate growth of the program.
- Ability to lead ministry work within the classroom while maintaining academic and social standards.
- Respect and love for children.
- Disposition to work positively with others.
- Able to meet requirements per licensing/ministry regulations
Education:
Minimum of Associate's degree or CDA in Early Childhood (preferred), or experience in early childhood development programs with a plan to gain CDA or pertinent degree within one year of being hired.
Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
To apply send cover letter and résumé to [email protected]
Youth Program Assistant
Job Summary: Youth program assistants promote the personal, educational and social development of young people ages 5-13 years. The Youth Program Assistant position is under the supervision of the applicable Site Coordinator. It is a part-time, non-benefited position requiring 20 hours per week. The position includes management of classroom and social activities, executing lesson plans that are consistent with the educational needs of the students, tutoring or coordination with teachers, and other duties as assigned. Staff in this position are expected to facilitate programming in accordance with the goals and objectives established by EMCC’s director and Board of Directors.
Responsibilities:
- Implement lesson plans and activities as directed and participate in planning as requested
- Develop weekly behavior reports that may be used in conjunction with Class DOJO app and create incident reports and accident reports if/when they occur
- Work with the Site Coordinator and Academic Success Coach to provide young people with meaningful alternatives (e.g. educational programs, social interaction, recreational activities, and employment opportunities) that will draw them from negative lifestyles.
- Provide direct service to enrolled students by leading educational and recreational activities including tutoring, games, crafts, field trips, etc.
- Communicate the need for counseling, casework, and support services to the Site Coordinator
- Administer daily snack/meal program
- Provide transportation home at the end of program or act as bus/van monitor
- Ensure that classrooms, other school areas, and vehicles are safe, clean, and well-maintained
- Work with participants to value EMCC and school-based resources
- Work to publicize programming, activities and recruit prospective participants
- Collect daily and weekly student data and input in EZ Reports as required by EMCC and IDOE
- Perform other related responsibilities as assigned
Complexity of Work:
- Within the scope of the job, it requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment, and adapt to change quickly.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- Must be willing to obtain a professional Child and Youth Care Credential within two years of hire
Required Credential(s)
- Valid Driver’s License and have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, as demonstrated by good driving record
- First Aid/CPR training as required by the State of Indiana
- Up to date Fingerprints/background check, drug screening as required by the State of Indiana
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Work Experience:
- None required; at least one year of experience in childcare or school-age youth programming preferred
Incoming Salary: $12-18/hour
Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
To apply send cover letter and résumé to [email protected]
Family Success Coach
Department: Martindale Brightwood Education Zone
Job Summary: The Family Success Coach works to ensure each participant is receiving assistance across all service areas. If warranted, adults may be enrolled in the Center for Working Families (CWF) or the Community Solutions and Entrepreneurship Center based on eligibility requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Comprehensive Assessment and Coaching for Individuals & Parents/Guardians
- Work with clients to assess and develop a family success plan that encompasses the needs and goals of adults as well as children in the household
- Conduct regular one-on-one sessions with participants to continually monitor participants’ efforts and measure progress; empower and encourage families to participate in program activities
- Maintain knowledge about other programs offered by EMCC and community partners, and connect individuals to these services when appropriate
- Conduct informational and skills-based workshops
- Coach participants to achieve their long term educational, financial and employment goals as applicable
Employment
- Identify growing employment sectors and develop relationships with potential employers
- Work with employers to identify specific skills and job requirements of positions they seek to fill; develop a process for residents to acquire those skills
- Provide one-on-one employment coaching: help individuals connect with employment or skills training to advance to a better job, analyze reasons why individuals are not hired or are fired, provide job and career coaching, follow up, and job retention services
- Advocate for hard-to-employ residents such as the disabled and ex-offenders
Financial Development
- Assist clients in resolving current financial situations, while providing a wide lens on their financial health to shift the approach to proactive financial management
- Work with clients to complete a detailed financial assessment
- Work with clients to document budget and provide strategies for budget improvements
- Develop plans to action and provide tools, resources and accountability to the client to help them meet their goals
- Develop relationships with local financial institutions and community organizations
Adult Education & Training
- Conduct educational assessments for participants that include TABE and HSE testing to ascertain placement in available programs and options
- Work with HSE/ABE programs housed at EMCC to ensure participants are engaged and making adequate progress
- Provide 1:1 educational assistance when needed
- Refer participants to educational options (including post secondary) and/or employment training opportunities as applicable
- Foster partnerships with Ivy Tech, Marian University, Martin University, IUPUI, UIndy and other educational institutions to create positive options for participants
Income Supports
- Provide one-to-one income supports counseling with program participants
- Assist with crisis needs including accessing internal and external resources to eliminate or minimize barriers.
- Conduct a general benefits screening; discuss all benefits for which the client is eligible and assist clients through the application process
- Develop relationships with local government offices and community organizations
2-Generation Support for Families
- Connect pregnant mothers to appropriate prenatal health services
- Work with parents with children 0-5 to enroll in local high quality childcare services
- For school-aged children, communicate closely with the Academic Case Manager (ACM) to monitor student progress and/or education needs
- Together with ACM and parents/caregivers, develop strategies to support student’s education needs and maintain communication with families to support implementation of strategies
Data & Development
- Monitor client’s eligibility to ensure funder compliance
- Ensure enrollment and development screening tools are completed in accordance with the time frame of internal processes.
- Accurately create and manage participant files; ensure data is correctly entered into the Efforts to Outcomes (ETO), a client management system within internal deadlines
- Perform follow-up assessments and subsequent data entry according to internal deadlines
- Attend professional development workshops and seminars to further develop expertise
- Attend local round-tables and other learning/networking opportunities in order to deepen knowledge of coaching/case management best practices and resources available for clients
Complexity of Work:
- Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in stressful environment, and adapt to change quickly.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
Required Credential (s)
- Valid Driver’s License and have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, as demonstrated by good driving record
- Up to date Fingerprints/background check
Education
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited institution preferred
Work Experience:
- Ability to work with diverse populations. Previous work experience with the target population, and/or the ability to provide services in a culturally sensitive manner
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited institution or 3-5 years of direct case management experience required
- Previous work experience in the social services sector preferred
- Knowledge of the Center for Working Families bundled services model preferred
- Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team as a cooperative and successive team member
- Knowledge of education systems, community resources and the ability to build relationships
- Excellent written, verbal, communication and organizational skills
- Technologically savvy with solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office, databases and the internet. Efforts to Outcome (ETO) experience a plus.
- Must be available to work a flexible schedule beyond normal business hours.
- Able to advocate for participants to access additional education and/or training opportunities
- A strong understanding of personal finances, particularly in the areas of budgeting, asset building and credit building
- Competent at following directions, filling out forms, and applications (both paper and online)
- Knowledge of educational assessment tools including administration, scoring and interpretation of results that will benefit participants preferred
- Ability to multi-task a variety of activities and remain focused on the best customer service.
Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
To apply send cover letter and résumé to [email protected]
Grants Financial Analyst
Department: Administration
Job Summary: The Grants Financial Analyst position at the Edna Martin Christian Center is a highly administrative role which involves monitoring the performance of departments and programs relative to expenditures and reimbursement of grant awards and federally funded programs. The employee performs a variety of routine daily tasks; prepares reports and provides guidance on federal grant activities in adherence and compliance to the applicable policy and guidelines. Duties also include, but are not limited to, coordinating financial and grants management activities, distributing information for federal programs, coordinating and assisting with training sessions, audit conferences, grant award analysis and reconciliations, and other related
accounting duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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- Monitor expenditures and revenues of all local, state, and federal grant-funded programs.
- Conduct and maintain detailed analysis of various grant awards and funds received.
- Provide support and assistance with financial audits and examinations.
- Prepare and compile information for budget and reporting purposes and/or support program leaders in this capacity.
- Ensure that reimbursement claims are initiated, compliant with funding guidelines, received, and reported in a timely manner.
- Coordinate financial and grants management activities; serve as liaison between program/department managers and finance team for efficient management of grant programs.
- Document and recommend new procedures for better accountability, controls, record-keeping and reporting for grant programs.
- Research historical records for grants and effect draw downs.
- Review budgets and prepare account analysis to ensure proper recording of federal funds through the G-6 system.
- Maintain follow-up communication with staff and external entities to address issues in a timely manner.
- Prepare various reports and follow-up with departments/agencies to ensure compliance.
- Works to create and maintain positive working relationships with families at school and community-based sites
- Perform account reconciliations and reconciliations of grant activities program.
- Assist with training relative to grant activities.
- Performs other accounting related duties as required.
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Complexity of Work:
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- This position entails the financial oversight and review of grant-funded programs/ projects within the agency. Must be able to work in a stressful environment, and adapt to change quickly.
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Personal Protective Equipment:
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- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
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Minimum Qualifications
Required Credentials
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- Possess a high-level of professionalism and confidentiality.
- Possess high level of computer literacy and proficiency, especially in the Google Office Suite and latest Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of QuickBooks preferred.
- Possess exceptionally efficient and effective oral and written communication skills with considerable experience and demonstrated ability to serve the public and others in a courteous and professional manner.
- Ability to exercise efficient time management.
- Ability to coordinate and handle multiple tasks, meeting established deadlines.
- Ability to analyze and evaluate data, create spreadsheets, charts, graphs and presentations.
- Ability to prepare financial data analysis.
- Ability to read and comprehend.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of and ability to understand and implement programs within federal guidelines.
- Knowledge of Government Financial/Cost Accounting.
- Knowledge and ability to conduct training and seminar sessions.
- Ability to coordinate activities between program managers and other federal and local government departments.
- Ability to interact with senior management personnel (internal and external); and to establish strong relationships with co-workers and staff of other departments and agencies.
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Education:
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- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance and/or Management and at least two (2) years of relative working experience in Accounting
- OR Associates Degree or Certificate from an accredited institution in related accounting, business administration, finance or management field; and a minimum of five (5) years of related accounting work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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- Ability to work with diverse populations.
- Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team as a cooperative and successful team member.
- Commitment to respect and demonstrate love for our community including children, teens, adults, and seniors.
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The preceding statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of tasks and functions for this position. Other tasks
and functions may be assigned as needed to fulfill the mission of the organization.
Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity
and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status,
disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, outlining why they consider themselves an excellent candidate for the position, as well as their resume, to [email protected] with the subject line: Employment Interest: Family Navigator
UBI Program Manager
Department: Community Development
Our Mission: The John Boner Neighborhood Center inspires neighbors and partners to improve the quality of life on the Near Eastside by providing tools for change and growth.
Position Goal to Support Mission: Ensure families have access to tools, resources, and opportunities to achieve economic mobility and build intra- and intergenerational wealth.
Position Summary:
John Boner Neighborhood Centers, Edna Martin Christian Center, and Southeast Community Services seek a mid-level, experienced, and effective program manager to serve as the Universal Basic Income (UBI) Program Manager. This position will report to the Eastside Economic Mobility District Director and serve as the primary liaison and facilitator of the UBI Program. The UBI
Program is an asset-building initiative that provides monthly financial support to families across the three community centers. The program is a joint partnership of Eastside Economic Mobility District with Edna Martin Christian Center, John Boner Neighborhood Centers, and Southeast Community Services.
Primary Job Function:
The UBI Program Manager will be responsible for managing the development and implementation of the UBI Program, working with the leadership and staff of multiple Eastside community-based organizations to facilitate program delivery, report on milestones, and foster
participant engagement.
Essential Functions:
- Program Management: Responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the UBI Program. In partnership with the Economic Mobility District Director and leadership and staff from partner organizations, the UBI Program Manager will work to ensure the program yields impactful results. Monitors program performance to ensure compliance, goals, and objectives are met. Provides accurate collection of program data and submits timely reports as required by various funding sources and partners.
- Relationship Building: Communicate and coordinate with program partners, ensuring all partners are up-to-date and knowledgeable about the program. Facilitate partner meetings and gather feedback about programmatic decisions is essential to building trust and community relationships.
- Accountabilities: Ensures compliance with program and funding guidelines for UBI Program. Has full knowledge and understanding of all program aspects as assigned. Responsible for participant experience and reporting benchmarks. Ensures all program reporting is accurate and submitted timely.
- Continuous Improvement: Ensures optimal utilization of resources and maintains quality programming. Works with community and program partners to continually identify areas of improvement through effective evaluation of results. This includes collaborating with third-party evaluators to analyze program data and develop reports.
Responsibilities:
- Work with staff and case managers across three community centers to ensure quality programming and participation.
- Ensure successful distribution of monthly UBI payments.
- Track participant progress.
- Collect information and data needed for program evaluation.
- Build relationships with program participants and implementation partners.
- Plan and implement program-related events.
- Facilitate meetings and regular updates with program staff and leadership.
- Build a presence at all three community centers.
The preceding essential functions and responsibilities statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of tasks and functions for this position. Other tasks and functions may be assigned as needed to fulfill the mission of the organization.
Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, community development, or a related field preferred. Three or more years of work experience or related certifications will also be considered.
- Two or more years of experience in program development and/or project management preferred.
- Ability to work with diverse populations. Previous work experience with the target population, and/or the ability to provide services in a culturally sensitive manner strongly preferred.
- Requires strong written/verbal communication and critical thinking skills.
- Requires strong organizational skills.
- Requires the ability to build and maintain relationships with multiple parties including program partners, participants, and staff.
- Requires the ability to be flexible in your day-to-day work schedule including day, evening, and weekend hours if necessary.
- Requires ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Requires ability to track and perform multiple tasks and projects.
- Requires access to reliable transportation.
Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, outlining why they consider themselves an excellent candidate for the position, as well as their resume, to Guaranteed Basic Income (GBI) Program Manager @ The John H. Boner Community Center Inc
EMCC Parents as Teachers (PAT) Administrative Support
Department: Martindale Brightwood Education Zone
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Salary, $38,000
Job Summary: The Edna Martin Christian Center’s (EMCC) Parents as Teachers (PAT) Administrative Assistant is a position based within the Martindale Brightwood Education Zone department, serving the IndyEast Promise Neighborhood (IEPN), and reports to the PAT Program Supervisor.
The purpose of this position is to perform administrative duties for the PAT Affiliate program/PAT program, answering general calls, emails, and inputting data into our Visit Tracker and Efforts to Outcomes (ETO) systems as directed. This position will also maintain the inventory of diapers in the PAT storage area, along with the books and other PAT materials.
Training required (provided upon hire), including but not limited to:
- Training specific to agency systems, including but not limited to: Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, Canva, etc.
- Trainings specific to Visit Tracker, Power BI, and ETO
- Other trainings related to position, as assigned
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Greet visitors, assess the nature of the visit and assist them directly or directs individual to appropriate person or resource
- Answer and screen incoming telephone calls, determine purpose of call and provide information directly or refer calls to the proper person
- Compose/prepare correspondence, reports, memos, etc. process mail and faxes
- Track office calendars of Parent Educators, PAT Supervisors and other PAT team members
- Setup and maintain various filing systems for PAT records and storage as needed
- Input PAT intake information into Visit Tracker and ETO
- Maintain PAT department inventory
- Order and maintain supplies
Qualifications Needed:
- Demonstrates problem solving skills and mature and discreet judgment
- Ability to get along with others and handle confidential matters
- Familiar with EMCC and PAT policies and procedures
- Knowledge of office practices and procedures
- Possesses excellent communication skills in both speaking and writing
- Proficient in organizing tasks, managing time, and prioritizing responsibilities to ensure timely completion
- Computer skills including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Publisher and Google Suite
- High school diploma and minimum one year secretarial experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must successfully pass a background check
The preceding statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of tasks and functions for this position. Other tasks and functions may be assigned as needed to fulfill the mission of the organization.
Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity EEO) employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, outlining why they consider themselves an excellent candidate for the position, as well as their resume, to [email protected] with the subject line: Parents as Teachers (PAT) Administrative Assistant
Director of Early Childhood Education
Department: Early Childhood Education
Summary
Our mission at Edna Martin Christian Center is to invest in the lives of all in Martindale Brightwood and surrounding neighborhoods through community-driven opportunities that foster stability, growth, and a vision of hope. The Director of Early Childhood Education will help us to grow our organization to better serve the community.
Job Summary
The Director of Early Childhood Education (ECE) is part of the Edna Martin leadership team and reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer. This position is responsible for the overall day-to-day program operations of the ECE program. This individual will interact regularly with children and their family members and will oversee and manage the staff of two (2) Level 3 Early Childhood Education Centers: a center for children ages 6 weeks-through 2 years, and a Preschool with students ages 2.5-5 years. This individual will supervise the ongoing monitoring and compliance of federal, state, and local regulations with regards to early childhood education. This includes compliance with USDA Food Program, Paths to Quality (PTQ) Performance Standards, compliance with local health and safety codes, and FSSA licensing compliance. It also includes ensuring compliance with all mandated internal and external reporting requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain a rich, child-focused, developmentally appropriate, safe and healthy environment and curriculum for the children in his or her care.
- Monitor and maintain classroom ratios; filling in as needed.
- Ensure compliance with local, state and federal guidelines.
- Establish/maintain administrative and operating policies and procedures to assure effective program operations and service delivery in compliance with applicable Federal and State rules and regulations.
- Monitor program components for compliance with performance standards such as Kindergarten Readiness Indicators (KRI), Family Engagement Tool Kit and ISPROUT.
- Supervise staff, including teachers, food prep and administrative; provide leadership, vision and direction for the program congruent to the EMCC mission.
- Attend in-service training and local conferences and read articles or books that keep him/her abreast of issues and trends in early childhood education.
- Proactively prioritize equity among staff, children, and families.
- Work with senior finance staff and the Chief Operating Officer to establish and manage an annual program budget; identify and work to reach and maintain annual enrollment goals.
- Complete all necessary continuing education as required by state or other licensing entities such as IAEYC or other accrediting bodies.
- Establish and maintain effective management and service delivery systems to ensure the implementation of quality services to children and families.
- Maintain a positive attitude and contribute to the general well-being of staff and students.
- Work and communicate with families in a positive manner, and on a regular basis. Maintain an open channel of communication with parents.
- Build and nurture positive relationships with existing and prospective students' families to encourage or maintain enrollments and referrals.
- Attend and report on benchmark objectives/goals at board, program and advisory committee meetings.
- Participate in organizational and departmental strategic planning as requested.
- Participate in the process of developing and implementing grants at the organizational and departmental levels as requested.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Directly supervises two Assistant Directors of Childhood Education at two (2) Level 3 Early Childhood Education Centers including all ECE staff.
Qualifications
- Self-starter. Deadline-oriented.
- Flexible schedule. (available 7am-6pm)
- Management experience required.
- Excellent relational and customer service skills.
- Ability to communicate and work comfortably with a diverse population of staff, children, and families. (come up with something more about the heaviness of those we serve)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills required. Knowledge and ability to facilitate growth of the program. Respect and love for children.
- Ability to meet requirements per licensing/ministry regulations. Attention to detail and organizational skills required.
- Ability to operate office equipment (laptops, copiers, scanners, more) required.
Educational and/or Experience
A bachelor’s degree or higher in child development, early childhood education or equivalent required. Three to five (3-5) years of administrative and management experience in a licensed early childhood/education program required.
Language Skills
English, including speaking, writing, punctuation and grammar, required. Spanish proficiency would be helpful but is not required.
Reasoning Ability
Analytical skills required.
Computer Skills
Ability to type 60 wpm.
Advanced technology skills including data entry, data processing, communication tools (Zoom, Google Meet, more).
Skilled using Microsoft Office Suite or similar software. (Excel)
Willing to learn new software.
Physical Demands
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Able to lift 50 lbs. as necessary.
Work Environment
In the office.
Travel
Minimal.
Edna Martin Christian Center (EMCC) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, outlining why they consider themselves an excellent candidate for the position, as well as their resume, to [email protected] with the subject line: Parents as Teachers (PAT) Administrative Assistant