The Early Childhood Education Academic Director is responsible for providing comprehensive academic counseling, support services, and placement to our MAOF employees in the early childcare field. This role primarily involves assisting students in transcript review, educational planning, accessing foreign and domestic transcripts, data analysis, and offering in-person and virtual support during occasional evenings and weekends.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Educational Planning and Intern Coordination: Collaborate with students to develop personalized educational plans that align with their academic and career goals. Assisting with internship compliance and works with our external partners.
Multilingual Support: Provide counseling and guidance in multiple languages to cater to the diverse needs of the MAOF staff team.
In-Person Meetings: Conduct face-to-face meetings with staff throughout our MAOF service areas during evenings and weekends, offering flexible scheduling options to accommodate their availability.
Virtual Support: Conduct remote counseling sessions via Zoom or other online platforms to assist MAOF employees who cannot meet in person.
Data Analysis: Analyze student data to identify trends to inform MAOF educational trends, pathway development, and compile relevant reports.
Resource Referral: Connect students with relevant campus resources, such as tutoring, financial aid, and career services, including job placement, to enhance their overall academic experience at their campus of choice.
Cultural Competency: Foster an inclusive and culturally sensitive environment to support students from diverse backgrounds.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of counseling sessions and academic progress to ensure compliance with organizational, state, and federal policies and regulations.
Required Qualifications:
The minimum education, experience, or other background required to be considered eligible to apply for, or otherwise perform the duties of the position being applied for. Candidates must meet all required qualifications to be eligible for employment.
Bachelor's degree in counseling, education, or related field(Bachelor’s or Master's degree or Early Childhood Education, preferred).
5-7 years’ experience in academic advising or counseling.
Proficiency in English and Spanish to effectively communicate with a diverse student population.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Knowledge of transcript evaluation and educational planning.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
Familiarity with Zoom or other virtual meeting platforms.
Cultural competence and sensitivity to the needs of diverse learners.
Bilingual Skills: Fluency in Spanish and English is essential for effective communication with community members and educators.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms.The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work may include evenings and weekends.
MAOF Sponsored Benefits:
MAOF offers a comprehensive package of benefits and perks for both part- and full-time employees, including:
Personal Time Off(PTO) - Vacation/personal days or sick time).
Paid Sick Time – 48hours
Paid Holidays per Calendar Year - 12 paid holidays.
Bereavement Leave – 5paid days.
Jury Duty – 5 paid days.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid 100% by MAOF.
403(b) Retirement Plan- 5% employer match – 100% vested.
Basic Life and Accidental Insurance.
Pet Insurance.
Supplemental life insurance.
Professional development opportunities.
Employee Assistance(EAP) – For team members and dependents; counseling, legal assistance,financial planning, identity theft, etc.
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Early Childhood Education Academic Director
Application Procedure
To apply directly online, follow the link below. You can also download the application, fill it out and email it to jobs@maof.org Contact information below if you would like more information regarding this position. Phone Number: (323) 890-9600 Fax Number: (323) 890-9632 Email: jobs@maof.org
In order for your application to be accepted, the following documents are REQUIRED:
College Transcripts are REQUIRED when applying for the MAOF Head Start, Child Care and Pre-School programs,
Degree along with college transcripts REQUIRED for any positions that require a BA or higher degree,
When applying for positions of Associate Teacher, Teacher, Head Teacher or Site Supervisor a copy of the Permit from the California Commission of Teacher Credentialing is REQUIRED,
When applying for positions that do not require transcripts or degrees a High School diploma or equivalency REQUIRED,
Updated resume REQUIRED for all positions,
2 letters of PROFESSIONAL recommendation REQUIRED for all positions.
Minimum qualifications must-be-met by the close of filing date.
MAOF offers the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Accidental Insurance, Employer Contribution and Employer Match 403(b) Retirement Plan with 100% vesting, Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs (EAP), Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, 501(c)(3) Designation Public Service Loan Forgiveness, other supplemental benefits such as AFLAC, Credit Union Membership and Discount tickets to Southern CA theme parks and attractions.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.
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