Child Development Center Director (Small)

Summary

The purpose of the Child Development Center (CDC) Director position is to administer a small/medium center based developmentally appropriate early childhood program for up to 100 children of eligible patrons. A variety of child care services are provided in accordance with demand and availability of funding to include full-time child development programs for ages six weeks through five years, emergency care, special needs care, annex facility, and extended hours care.

Duties

• Program Management Applies professional knowledge of child development principles to supervise the CDC's developmental programming. Ensures implementation of a developmentally appropriate program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children in the age categories served. Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees and the safety of children in accordance with Department of Defense, Department of Navy, and local policies and standards. Ensures the development, implementation and analysis of surveys and needs assessments of staff and patrons to ensure appropriate programming and hours of operation. Collects and maintains up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes in accordance with higher headquarters and statutory requirements and for the purpose of maximizing spaces and ensuring that resources accommodate the needs of command personnel. This may include hours of operation and programming needs of the military community. Maintains liaison with local institutions and community organizations to stay abreast of trends and changes in the community. Budgeting and Financial Management Develops integrated budget input, conducts written analysis of budget variances, and prepares justification for funding of program resource requirements and repairs or maintenance of facilities and equipment. Oversees the collection, accurate accounting and reporting of funds received from patrons. Ensures compliance with all regulations governing the use of appropriated and nonappropriated funds. Adheres to authorized methods of acquisition. Personnel Management Supervises employees and volunteers. May include supervision of the Assistant Director, Program Leaders, Program Assistants, Operations Clerk(s), Cook(s), Food Service Workers, and Custodian(s). If the CDC has one or more annex facility, the CDC Director will also supervise the CDC Program Supervisor. Ensures proper and timely initiation and implementation of all personnel actions and assures quality related to selection, assignments, training, promotions, disciplinary actions, and recognition of employees and volunteers. Supports/carries out all established EEO objectives and policies in matters of personnel management and supervision and communicates support of these policies to subordinates. Oversees the development of staffing schedule in accordance with established ratios and group sizes and coordinates use of employees who work across CY programs with other installation CYP Directors. Ensures program meets the required child to adult ratios and that over-staffing is avoided. Establishes local performance standards for employees and volunteers using established standards and requirements and evaluates performance. Provides guidance to employees and volunteers regarding compliance with standards and execution of management directives. Receives and ensures resolution of complaints related to personnel and takes disciplinary action as necessary. Works with the Training and Curriculum Specialist to identify training needs of employees, provide or make provisions for training to accomplish those needs, and assess application of training. Ensures training is competency-based and tied to career progression. Encourages and facilitates the pursuit of continuing higher education, including the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or college-level classes. Program Operations Gives input into the development of CYP standard operating procedures (SOPs) as required. Ensures implementation of these SOPs. Works with other CYP Directors to establish and implement a combined Parent Involvement Board (PIB) that includes parents and representatives from the CDC, Child Development Home (CDH), School Age Care (SAC) program, and Youth Program (YP) (as applicable to each installation). Gives input into the development of CYP employee and parent handbooks and ensures distribution of these handbooks. Works collaborativ…

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate possesses the following: 3 years of fulltime experience working with children and/or youth and appropriate education OR a combination of education and experience. Mastery knowledge of child development theory, methodology, and practices relating to physical, intellectual, social and special education needs and center management. Mastery knowledge of the principles of child development and in designing and managing an exceptionally complex program that includes, but is not limited to safety, security, disease prevention, employee training, developmentally appropriate activities, parent involvement, and facility management. Knowledge of DoD, DON, local and state regulations, instructions and procedures pertaining to military child care. Knowledge of and skill in applying both Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect. Knowledge of facility design, functional use, and maintenance concepts; DoN, local and state child regulations and procedures as well as other regulations and instructions pertaining to military child care. Knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and purchasing as it pertains to a child development program. Skill working with military families and an understanding of military lifestyles is preferred. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills. Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations, including evacuations, child illness, and physical and emotional disorders. Ability to supervise others, exercise sound business skills, and provide positive personnel management.

Education

A bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education (concentration in ECE), Home Economics (early childhood emphasis), Child Care Administration or related field of study and three years of full-time experience working with children and/or youth. OR A Master's degree in the related field of study (see above) AND minimum of 1 year professional experience working with children. OR A combination of education and experience; education must include courses in a child-related field (see above) and total minimum of 24 higher level semester hours. In addition, three years of full-time experience working with children and/or youth is required. Note: A copy of your H.S. diploma, GED, or college transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) MUST be submitted when applying.