Children's Center Assistant Director (AS)

Company: California State University, Northridge
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: April 14, 2025

Job Description:

Children's Center Assistant Director (AS)Apply now Job no: 545762Work type: AuxiliaryLocation: NorthridgeCategories: Excluded, Administrative, At-Will, Child/Youth Education and Development, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)JOB SUMMARYUnder general supervision of the Director, supervises Supervising Teachers in developing, planning and implementing curriculum programs, supervising teachers, student employees and interns, and evaluating the achievements of the children; assumes responsibility for the Center in the absence of the Director; and performs related work as required.The AS Children's Center is a high-quality early childhood education program that provides a safe and nurturing environment while promoting the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of young children. The center's programming is centered around age and developmentally appropriate and inclusive school readiness services for children between the ages of 18 months and 5 years.Assistant Director's Duties Include:

• Provides leadership in the creation and implementation of the child development program including the philosophy and educational goals of the program. Serve as resource for education staff on methods and techniques of presenting concepts to children and adults of various ages and development levels, to include children with disabilities.
• Ensures that individual child assessments are completed according to the established timelines and are used to inform classroom curriculum and individual planning for children consistent with the program philosophy and goals.
• Supervise, train, coach, and evaluate Supervising teachers, teachers and student assistants. Conduct meetings with Supervising Teachers to design classroom lessons and activities.
• Assist the Director in assessing staff professional development needs. Prepare and present in-service staff development workshops.
• Assisting in overseeing the work of office supervisor, assistant office supervisor in assessing the CSUN student family's eligibility for Ca. State Dept. of Education child care subsidies.
• Assist Director in the analysis of program data and preparation of required reports. Assume responsibility for the Center in the absence of the Director.
• Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSA minimum of 5 years of experience teaching young children in a group setting, at least 3 of which must be in a setting that included children with disabilities in classrooms with typically developing children.A minimum of 5 years of experience coaching adults in a group setting.Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Family Services or Related field. California Children's Center Site Supervisor or California Child Development Permit Matrix Program Director permit required. Must have/obtain all required fingerprint clearances.This position is employed through Associated Students (AS). AS offers an excellent benefits package including Medical, Dental & Vision insurance, Life Insurance, Vacation, Sick Leave, 14 paid Holidays, company sponsored retirement program and more.The pay range for the position: $58,618.56 to $87,927.84.The anticipated hiring range: $58,618.56 to $79,000.00 annually, dependent upon qualifications and experience.HOURS: Full-Time, Exempt at 40 hours per week; schedule is generally Monday - Friday during business hours but periodically varies to accommodate working evening and weekend events.General InformationA background check (including a criminal records check) and LiveScan Fingerprint check must be completed satisfactorily upon verbal offer of employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check or LiveScan Fingerprint check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment. Proof of license and current vaccinations for Measles, Pertussis/Tdap [Whooping Cough] and any other required by licensing will be required as part of the pre-employment process.Candidates should apply by completing the online application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careersABOUT ASSOCIATED STUDENTSThe CSUN Associated Students is a 501(c)3 corporation integrated with California State University, Northridge. Its mission is to serve as the primary advocate for students at CSUN and to provide excellent, meaningful programs and services designed to create and enhance a spirited, learning-focused campus environment.ABOUT CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, NORTHRIDGECalifornia State University, Northridge (CSUN) is a comprehensive university that delivers award-winning undergraduate and graduate programs to nearly 38,000 students annually and counts more than 330,000 alumni who elevate Southern California and beyond.
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