Associate Director of Acorn Center for Early Education and Care
Full-Time Regular | Boston, MA | On-Site
Acerca de BCNC
Make a lasting impact on the lives of immigrant families and thrive professionally while contributing to our mission-driven culture. For more than 50 years, BCNC has been providing new immigrants, especially Asians, with the support and resources they need to thrive in the United States. With deep roots in Boston’s Chinatown neighborhood, BCNC now serves people from three locations in Greater Boston. Its holistic, family-centered programs reach 13,000 children, youth, and adults each year, setting them up for success in school, work, and life. BCNC also builds vibrant communities through Pao Arts Center, along with its collaborations and research.
Por qué unirse a nosotros
En BCNC, nos apasiona marcar una diferencia significativa en nuestra comunidad. Nuestro equipo está impulsado por un compromiso compartido con el impacto social y es a la vez solidario e ingenioso. Creemos en el fomento de un entorno de trabajo inclusivo en el que cada persona pueda contribuir, crecer y prosperar. Si estás buscando una carrera gratificante que te permita alinear tu pasión con un cambio significativo, explora nuestros puestos vacantes y únete a nosotros en nuestra misión de allanar el camino para un mañana mejor.
** Hiring bonus of $6000 available **
Qué va a hacer
The Associate Director of Acorn Center for Early Education and Care is a member of the BCNC Acorn Center for Early Education and Care team. The state licensed and nationally accredited child care center supports the growth and learning for children from 15 months to 5 years. You will work collaboratively with a team of professional teachers to strengthen children and families by providing high-quality education and care so parents can work or further their education. You will report directly to the Director of Acorn Center for Early Education and Care.
En este puesto, te encargarás de:
- Partner with the Director of Acorn Center in running the daily operation of the center
- Serve as the primary on-site contact for the center administration, teachers, children, and families during the Director of Acorn Center’s absences
- Provide support and assist the Director of Acorn Center in the center’s regulatory visits preparation (Department of Early Education and Care (EEC), National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC))
- Manage and work with the Director of Acorn Center on interviewing, hiring, and training new staff, and supervising and conducting the evaluations of all staff
- Collaborate with and support the Assistant Director in maintaining daily staffing coverage and developing staff schedules to meet Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) teacher and staff ratio guidelines
- Partner with the Family Engagement Coordinator in the recordkeeping of children and families following agency and contract regulations; provide center tours and orient new families to the program; advocate for families and children with special needs; and carry out all Boston Pre-K responsibilities
- Partner with the Education Coordinator in observing teachers, assistant teachers, volunteers, and interns in the classrooms, and provide them with feedback
- Provide mentoring and coaching support to assigned teachers
- Plan, implement, and evaluate the center’s professional development with the Director of Acorn Center
- Manage and support the Senior Volunteer Program and Substitute pool
- Onboard new teachers, substitute teachers, volunteers, and interns
- Assist in running the center’s Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
- Review and approve staff timecards and time off requests accurately in ADP
- Realizar otras tareas asignadas por el supervisor
Qué buscamos
- A bachelor’s degree is required in Early Child Care or the Child Development field with a minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience
- Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Certifications of Lead Teacher Preschool, Infant-Toddler Teacher, Director I, and Director II are required
- Must meet Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) health and background check requirements
- Debe estar certificado en Primeros Auxilios y RCP dentro de los 6 meses de empleo.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other related applications
- Excelentes dotes de organización y capacidad para gestionar múltiples tareas en un entorno de ritmo rápido.
- Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, communication, and collaboration skills
- Experience with mentoring and coaching
- Respect for differences and the ability to work well in a multicultural environment
- Knowledge of the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Regulations are highly preferred
- Knowledge of SafeServe guidelines is a plus
- Bilingual in oral and written skills in English, Cantonese, and/or Mandarin is a plus
Qué ofrecemos
- Paquete retributivo competitivo
- Amplia cobertura sanitaria, de vida y de invalidez
- Plan de jubilación con participación de la empresa
- Política de tiempo libre favorable
- Desarrollo profesional
Condiciones de trabajo
- Debe estar disponible para trabajar en un horario flexible y puede requerir desplazamientos locales durante la jornada laboral.
- This position involves performing essential job functions in typical work environments, including but not limited to offices, classrooms, or community settings. Duties may require routine movement such as walking, standing, and bending. Depending on the role, responsibilities may also include the ability to move items weighing up to 25–50 pounds, and the use of computer equipment and effective communication. All essential functions can be performed with or without reasonable accommodations
Compensación
$60,000 – $73,000 annually
Cómo solicitarlo
Le animamos a que solicite este puesto aunque no reúna todos y cada uno de los requisitos enumerados. Valoramos el talento, el empuje y el entusiasmo. Tu pasión, dedicación y ganas de aprender pueden marcar una diferencia significativa en nuestro equipo y en la comunidad.
Atención
Debe estar autorizado a trabajar en Estados Unidos. BCNC no proporciona patrocinio para un visado de trabajo de empleo.
BCNC es una organización sin ánimo de lucro que apoya la diversidad y anima a todos los empleados y candidatos a presentar su candidatura. El requisito de competencia lingüística se basa únicamente en las necesidades del puesto y es esencial para cumplir con las responsabilidades del mismo. BCNC está comprometida con la no discriminación y la igualdad de oportunidades para todos sin distinción de raza, color, religión, edad, sexo, nacionalidad, discapacidad, genética, condición de veterano protegido, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de género, o cualquier otra característica protegida por las leyes federales, estatales o locales.

