Sr. Administrative Director of Education

Cardinal McCloskey Community Services

• $110K — $130K *
Bronx, NY 10451In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in educational leadership, Public Health, Child Development, Business Management, or related field.
  • 12+ years of executive-level management experience in early childhood education, including 5 years in a supervisory role.
  • Strong knowledge of Early Education philosophy and Head Start practices.
  • Experience with Federal, State, and Local regulators and funders.
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with parents in children's education.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

  • Manage childcare programs in compliance with funders' requirements.
  • Make decisions on program operations alongside the Senior VP of ECED.
  • Coordinate and ensure timely completion of program assessments and strategic plans.
  • Provide leadership to staff to maintain high-quality program standards.
  • Monitor employee responsibilities through observations and meetings.
  • Address non-compliance issues and integrate recommendations for program improvement.
  • Attend Policy Council meetings and perform additional duties as requested.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Work Schedules
Full Job Description
Sr. Administrative Director of Education

Cardinal McCloskey Community Services is seeking a compassionate and skilled Sr. Administrative Director of Education to join our dedicated team. The Senior Administrative Director of Early Education is responsible for the administration and leadership of the Early Childhood Education Division (ECED) by developing and maintaining all necessary systems for successful program management.

Position Responsibilities:
  • Manage the CMCS childcare programs according to our various funders' requirements.
  • Decision making in conjunction with the Senior VP of ECED regarding program operations.
  • Coordinate and ensure timely completion of the annual program self-assessment, community assessment, ECED strategic plan and service plans and other related program requirements.
  • Provide guidance and leadership to staff to emphasize the importance of the program achieving high standards of quality, internally and through public and private sector partnerships.
  • Monitor the implementation of the responsibilities of employees through observation, supervisory meetings, team meetings and review of files and documentation.
  • Assure remediation of any non-compliance found in delegate or grantee assessment and incorporate recommendations into planning for the improvement of the program.
  • Attend Policy Council meetings.
  • Perform other duties as requests.

Essential skills, experience, licensure, certification:
  • Master's degree in educational leadership, Public Health, Child Development, Business Management or a related field.
  • Minimum of 12 years of successful executive level management with fiscal/budgeting, employee relations and experience in early childhood/head start education, program development, management and business processes with 5 years of supervisory experience.
  • Knowledge and experience in philosophy and practices of Early Education, especially head start.
  • Experience working with Federal, State and Local regulators and funders.
  • Extensive experience in collaborating with parents in the education of their children.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently, strong organizational problem-solving skills.
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft office applications including word, excel, PowerPoint and outlook.

CMCS offers:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Work Schedules
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If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and be part of a compassionate, dedicated team, apply today and start your journey with CMCS!

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