Regional Director

A little about us... Kidango (kidango.org) is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources. As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area, we provide thousands of children, especially those from low-income families, with safe, healthy, nurturing environments and relationships. Through our policy work, we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve, and drive change in early childhood education at the local, state and federal levels. Our goal is to make sure all children have the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to learn, grow and realize their potential.

What You'll Be Doing

• Promote and maintain program quality and educational integrity for enrolled children.
• Administer agency programs according to pertinent laws, guidelines, policies and contract conditions.
• Coordinate, implement and evaluate agency programs.
• Promote the agency and issues affecting children and families through community outreach and represent the agency at community functions.
• Establish and maintain a regular visitation schedule for sites.
• Coordinate parent education activities and other related events.
• Address parent and staff concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Ensure sites are in compliance with Title V and Title XXII of the Education Code.
• Communicate expectations of agency to staff supervised and follow up to ensure understanding and compliance.
• Interview, hire and orient Center Directors with the approval of the Executive Director.
• Assist Center Directors to interview, hire, and orient Lead Caregivers with the approval of the ED.
• Directly supervise and evaluate Center Directors. Work with Center Directors to supervise and evaluate Master Teachers.
• Set up an annual training plan with the Director of Program Quality for Center Directors, Lead Caregivers, Caregivers, Teacher Aides, volunteers and interns and implement the plan.
• Motivate, monitor, and assist teaching staff in fulfillment of educational requirements.
• Conduct meetings with staff to facilitate communication and enhance the quality of the program.
• Monitor classroom expenditures to ensure that they are within budget for classroom supplies and equipment.
• All other duties as assigned by the Director of Education and Executive Director.
• Maintain confidentiality of children, families and staff. Work as a member of the agency team by promoting the mission and philosophy of Kidango.
• Participate in activities that further professional growth of staff and self.

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor (BA/BS) degree required in early childhood education, social services, or other related field.
• Obtain a Program Director Permit issued by California Department of Education within 3 months of employment.
• Two years of work experience in a position with several of the duties outlined above.
• 3 to 5 years of work experience supervising others.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.
• Ability to work independently and set own goals.

Compensation

$124,488-$124,488 USD

Additional Requirements

• Must pass a health screening and TB test
• Must pass background fingerprint clearance
• Valid Driver License
• Must be 18 years or older
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions

Perks

• An opportunity to improve real lives, solve hard problems, and change the world
• Friendly, supportive, and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleagues
• A comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package
• Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world

Drug-Free Workplace

We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws, Kidango makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects of application procedures, hiring, advancement, transfers, reductions in force, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

EEO

A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango's culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission!