Child Care Center Director
Child Care Center Director
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Job Description
Job Title: Child Care Center Director Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional
Primary Purpose:
Direct and manage the operations of the district childcare center. Plan and implement operations and program following the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and district guidelines.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Child Development Associate credential or Certified Child Care Professional credential with six college credit hours in management
Valid Child Care Center Directors Certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Thorough understanding of childcare center operations
Effective organizational communication computer and interpersonal skills
Ability to coordinate center functions
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Demonstrated knowledge of state childcare guidelines and licensing requirements
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Experience:
Two years experience in a licensed childcare center
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Child Care Operations
- Maintain high quality childcare standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Facilitate the planning and coordination of the childrens educational programs and activities.
- Assure consistent compliance with all Texas HHSC Minimum Standards including maintenance of annual fire health and other inspections.
- Coordinate the annual licensing of the childcare center with Texas HHSC.
- Maintain consistent open and effective communication with parents while providing education training and support as needed.
- Provide reliable accurate and timely information about the childcare center to interested parties.
- Attend professional development seminars to maintain an understanding of the current best practices of curriculum and administrative functions of child development programs.
Policy Reports and Law
- Implement federal and state lawTexas Health and Human Services Commission Department of Family Protective Services rule and board policy
- Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required.
- Maintain accurate records on children enrolled in the program to include their development attendance immunization and general health.
- Prepare reports to Child Protection Services (CPS) and other agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of enrollees.
- Ensure employee time records are accurately maintained and data necessary to process payroll is delivered in a timely manner.
Budget and Inventory
- Develop and administer budget based on documented needs and ensure operations are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.
- Develop and implement inventory and stock control program for equipment and supplies and recommend replacement and disposal of obsolete equipment as necessary.
- Execute an effective marketing plan (both internal and external) to maintain desired enrollment.
Professional Growth and Development
- Oversee the training and professional development of all childcare staff.
School or Community Relations
- Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
- Articulate the centers mission to employees and other stakeholders and solicit support in realizing the mission.
- Interact with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds with sensitivity and fairness.
Personnel Management
- Select train supervise and evaluate staff and make recommendations relative to assignment retention discipline and dismissal.
- Prepare review and revise job descriptions for childcare center positions.
- Develop training options and improvement plans to ensure exemplary operations.
Safety
- Ensure measures are in place and operating to protect students staff supplies and equipment.
- Maintain safety standards conforming with federal state and insurance regulations and develop a program of preventive safety.
- Implement and follow district safety protocols and emergency protocols.
- Maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid certifications.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise evaluate and recommend the hiring and firing of childcare center staff*
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and printer.
Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling squatting bending and stooping
Motion: Moderate walking climbing lifting balancing and handing or moving materials
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying
Environment: Work inside; exposure to noise. Occasional district-wide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress and self-control in the presence of children.
Greenwood Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin age sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation) or disability in admission or access to or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the Schools compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504) or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) may contact the Assistant Superintendent or Human Resources. In accordance with Title IX the district does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational program or activities. The requirement not to discriminate extends to employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX to employment should be referred to Title IX Coordinator Superintendent Elliott 2700 FM 1379 Midland TX 79706 to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education or both.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
