SITE SUPERVISOR

Company: Mount Washington Preschoo
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: May 14, 2025

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: Site Supervisor EMPLOYER: Mount Washington Preschool and Child Care Center DEPARTMENT: Administration REPORTS TO: Executive Director EFFECTIVE DATE: May 2025 SUMMARY: The Site Supervisor works under the supervision of the Executive Director and in collaboration with the leadership team to design, implement, evaluate and enforce culturally and developmentally age-appropriate programs for all children at MWPCCC. The Site Supervisor is responsible for the overall day-to-day operation of the center, implementing program policies and procedures, and ensuring that all regulations and requirements for licensing are met and maintained. This position requires some paid overtime after-hours, evenings and weekends. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the philosophy, policies, and procedures of MWPCCC are upheld, and implementation are aligned with Title 22 regulations and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
• Implement State licensing regulations for the center and maintains are appropriate records.
• Ensure the center, rooms, and play area are maintained in a clean, orderly, and safe condition and intentional for children's learning at all times.
• Maintain appropriate staff level to accommodate children enrolled in the program in accordance with CCLD regulations and aligned with NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
• Monitor and maintain child enrollment to ensure fiscal viability of the center and maintain accurate fiscal reporting to Executive Director is accurate for fiscal reporting.
• Oversee parent-teacher conferences in accordance with program regulations and ensure each child is assessed using DRDP.
• Monitor teachers to ensure quality of teaching methods and support for program goals. Ensure that staff consistently complete, submit, and facilitate classroom curriculum on a weekly basis.
• Report incidents of suspected child abuse to proper authorities.
• Plan and coordinate staff meetings to promote ongoing communication.
• Work in the classrooms as a teacher on an as needed basis for coverage and for training purposes.
• Attend and collaborate with the Executive Director and Center Admin in delivery of team and group meetings that meet the needs of MWPCCC including hiring and training of staff.
• Have a comprehensive knowledge of theory relating to early childhood education and care and the ability to implement theory into practice.
• Supervise and directly interact with children in a warm and positive way.
• Develop and provide developmentally and culturally appropriate activities for children and adults.
• Consistently implement conflict management and problem-solving strategies with children, parents and staff.
• Implement food service within the program according to established nutritional and food handling guidelines.
• Follow universal health precautions.
• Follow agency policies and procedures for health and safety.
• Implement emergency procedures as required.
• Communicate positively and actively develop and nurture reciprocal relationships with children, families, and staff members.
• Develop plans and assist in facilitating parent program events.
• Participate in ongoing development of staff including supervision, documentation, and evaluation.
• Work collaboratively with community including Center board and building facility staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly supervises 20 employees within the Center department.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Associate Degree (AA) from two-year college or university, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Certificates, Training and Immunizations required:
  • CPR Infant & Child Certification.
  • First Aid Certification.
  • Must have current immunization shots: including MMR, Tdap, TB test, Influenza Shot or waiver.
  • Must be up to date on all required trainings set forth by the Community Care Licensing division of the Department of Social Services.
  • Computer skills required: Internet Software; Spreadsheet Software (Excel); Word Processing Software (Word); Electronic Mail Software (Outlook); and Presentation software (PowerPoint).
  • Other skills required:
    • Bachelor's Degree in child development plus 3 units in ECE Administration. (preferred)
    • Must have 3 Infant/Toddler units.
    • Minimum 5-year experience teaching at a child development center.
    • Experience overseeing a developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children ages 6 week to 5 years which supports overall growth.
    • Strong knowledge of child development theory and experience with current developmentally appropriate early childhood practices.
    • Possess strong supervisory, leadership and communication skills as well as the interpersonal skills to lead and interact effectively with employees, parents, and professionals affiliated with the center.
    • Ability to read, write, and speak English to be understood by young children, parents, employees, and professionals affiliated with MWPCCC.
    • Ability to build a strong team and create a nurturing and stimulating environment for children, employees, and parents.
    • Ability to solve conflicts among children, parents and employees in an effective and professional manner.
    • Ability to act quickly and appropriately during emergencies and hazardous situations.
    • Demonstrate the interpersonal skills to interact effectively with employees in a positive, effective and professional manner.COMPETENCIES:
      • Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
      • Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
      • Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
      • Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
      • Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
      • Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
      • Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
      • Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
      • Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
      • Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
      • Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
      • Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
      • Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
      • Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
        • Frequently required to stand.
        • Frequently required to walk.
        • Continually required to sit.
        • Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
        • Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
        • Continually required to talk or hear.
        • Occasionally required to taste or smell.
        • Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
        • While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
        • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
        • Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision; distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception and ability to adjust focus.The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
          
          Compensation details: 25-30 Hourly Wage
          
          
          
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