Preschool Program Manager

What do benefits, membership to a state-of-the-art fitness center, up to 20 paid holidays, PTO and working at the JCC have in common? Read below to find out! Pay Range: $75,000-80,000 /annual Do you have managerial experience, speak Hebrew, and have a passion for educating the next generation? If working at a preschool program in a large community center with full fitness facilities inspires you, this might be the job for you! Year-round positions available. The job: As the Preschool Program Manager, you will manage 4-5 (Ulpanon and Gesher) specific classrooms to ensure Preschool teachers are implementing the OFJCC Leslie Family Preschool vision, guiding principles and SHEVA Early Learning Framework through proper training and assistance with curriculum development. The Place: The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC) is an exciting and innovative non-profit organization in the heart of Silicon Valley. We create fun, meaningful, inclusive and joyful experiences through educational, social, cultural, spiritual, fitness and wellness programs. Join us! The Core Duties: Supervise 4-5 classrooms including but not limited to Ulpanon and GesherLead and facilitate team meetings focused on curriculum planning, documentation processes and problem-solving childcare situations. Ensure meetings are reflective and drive collaborationSupervise, coach, observe and evaluate teachers through regular classroom observations, ongoing feedback and continuing professional growth trainings that support the teachers. Provide guidance when teachers are managing through challenging educational situations and assist with solutions. Create, design, lead and facilitate workshops and training opportunities that focus on program goals and preschool best practices. Provide classroom coverage when necessary due to staffing and ratio requirements The Essentials: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or a related field required; Master’s Degree preferred24 ECE/CD Units: Must include core coursework (child growth and development; child, family, and community; and program/curriculum)16 General Education Units: At least one course in humanities/fine arts, social sciences, math/science, and English/language arts6 Specialization Units: Focused in a specific area like infant/toddler care, bilingual development, or exceptional needs2 Adult Supervision Units: Coursework covering the supervision of adults in a classroom settingMinimum five years of preschool teaching experience, including experience in curriculum leadership, mentoring or staff supervisionStrong leadership, coaching, interpersonal, communication and presentation skillsDemonstrated knowledge of Reggio Emilia-inspired education or play-based, emergent curriculum, child development and preschool best practicesExperience with Hebrew language immersion education preferredJewish studies background or demonstrated knowledge of Jewish traditions, values, holidays and Israeli culture, preferredKnowledge of Transitional Kindergarten standards and kindergarten readiness practices, preferredCleared Background Check (Fingerprints, Child Abuse Index Check and Medical/TB exam)Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certified or willing to obtainAbility and desire to work independently and as a team member with the community and other employeesProven ability to work collaboratively across the organizationAbility to work nights and weekends occasionally The Perks: Medical, dental, vision insurancePaid holidays and paid time off403(b) retirementFree membership at our award-winning fitness centerFun, motivating workplace Benefits exceptions apply, based on # hours worked per week Texting Privacy Policy and Information: Message type: Informational; you will receive text messages regarding your application and potentially regarding interview scheduling. Message frequency will vary depending on the application process. Msg & Date rates may apply. OPT out at any time by texting “Stop”. Powered by JazzHR mPESuhLsRa