Early Childhood Program Site Supervisor - Recreation Specialist I
Recreation Specialist I -Early Childhood Program Site Supervisor
Site Supervisor duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Supervise and conduct on-site operation of an educational program for approximately 10 to 60 preschool aged children/youth.
Complete understanding and implementation of Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) licensing standards.
Understanding and implementation of The Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) Observation Guidelines and Mixed Delivery Program (MDP) Guidelines.
Knowledgeable of curriculum and able to assess and train teachers in its implementation.
Develop systems to safeguard the health and safety of the site and children.
Adeptly incorporate universal programming and behavior support practices as part of a successful classroom management strategy.
Implement adapted activities to account for the varying learning styles of students and guide teachers through these strategies. Create an environment which is inclusive for all children/youth.
Sound understanding of early childhood and preschool developmental milestones in children.
Complete required paperwork and reports – including, but not limited to, staff and participant files, licensing documents, participant sign in/out sheets, participant attendance sheets, incident/accident reports and medication forms.
Ensure classrooms are set according to ECERS3 Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale and educate teachers to the standards.
Inventory, purchase, and receive all equipment and supplies necessary to operate the program and site.
Oversee the arrival and release of all program participants and ensure all Safety Protocol Standards are being upheld at the site. Educate and hold staff accountable to these standards.
Establish protocols that ensure all program areas are secured and only approved, authorized individuals are able to enter.
Ensure main program entrance is secured and monitored by staff at all times.
Follow established protocol in reporting any suspected child abuse and neglect concerns.
Respond to and follow through in emergency situations.
Post signs, posters and bulletin boards to promote and publicize program and events.
Proactively promote a positive work environment.
Onboard, supervise, coach and evaluate staff and volunteers.
Handle discipline issues and develop/enforce rules and regulations.
Provide staff/volunteers with on-the-job training.
Establish and maintain a cooperative relationship with recreation operations, teachers, parents, and participants.
Create an environment which is inclusive for all children/youth. Work with Inclusion Specialist to provide support to staff and participants in implementing modification plans for children with diverse needs.
Request and maintain program supplies, equipment and other necessary materials. Maintain confidentiality of participant/family and staff information.
Support positive youth development and empower youth.
Provide basic first aid to staff and children/youth.
Plan and conduct special events and monthly activities for the program site.
Attend and participate in all scheduled in-service trainings, staff meetings, and mandatory trainings. Ensure all mandatory trainings/certifications are current and maintained throughout employment.
May be required to operate motor vehicle in carrying out assigned duties.
Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less. Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs.
This position provides direct childcare in programs licensed by the State Department of Social Services. Convictions of any barrier crime set forth in Virginia Code §63.2-1719 shall be an automatic disqualification for employment in this position. For a list of barrier crimes: Click here.
This position requires that the candidate meets the State Department of Social Services Program Director qualifications. Click Here.
MINIMUMS:
Requires a Bachelors degree in recreation management, therapeutic recreation, exercise science, or a related field; OR any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to four (4) years in fields utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities and associated with such positions as recreation leader or recreation program supervisor.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Please see job link in the posting description.
This position is being advertised as a pool, and applications could be used to fil current vacancies and any other similar Recreation Specialist I positions that become available within six months from the closing date of this posting.
Requires a current and valid Driver’s license in accordance with Virginia or North Carolina DMV driver’s license eligibility requirements.
This is an Alpha I position, which may require reporting to work during periods of emergency or inclement weather, regardless of the City’s operational status.
Our programs operate Monday through Friday, from 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM with occasional weekend work for training and special events. However, this position may work shifts that require the possibility of beginning work at 6:00 AM or ending after the last child is picked up at the end of programs, with the possibility of working split shifts. Additionally, supervisors are expected to be available as needed to meet the needs of staff and customers.
As a condition of employment, all employees must attend P&R Connection (Department Orientation). If selected for the position, you will be provided an approximate training date at the time of hire. Training is held from 8:30am-5:00pm, every other Friday, at the Parks & Recreation Administration Building. When an exemption is permittable, a hybrid version of the training is available, but will require training attendance on a weekend.
