Child Development Center Director (Medium/Large)
About the role
The Child Development Center (CDC) Director position oversees a large center providing comprehensive early childhood programs for over 200 children of eligible patrons. Services include full-time child development programs for ages six weeks through five years, emergency care, special needs care, annex facility, and extended hours care.
Responsibilities
Applies professional knowledge of child development principles to supervise developmental programming.
Ensures implementation of a developmentally appropriate program promoting social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth of children.
Provides oversight and accountability for employee performance and child safety.
Recommends modifications to program goals and interprets child development philosophy and DoN policies.
Maintains liaison with local institutions and organizations to stay informed on community trends and changes.
Manages budgeting and financial management, including budget input, analysis, and reporting.
Supervises employees and volunteers, ensuring proper training, discipline, and recognition.
Maintains compliance with DoD, DoN, and USDA regulations and standards.
Serves as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services.
Requirements
4 years of full-time experience working with children and/or youth and appropriate education, or a combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of child development principles and designing complex programs.
Understanding of DoD, DoN, local, and state regulations and procedures.
Knowledge of Federal and State laws related to child abuse and neglect.
Experience with facility design, maintenance, and financial management.
Ability to supervise others, manage finances, and communicate effectively.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education (with ECE concentration), Home Economics (with early childhood emphasis), Child Care Administration, or related field.
Total minimum of 24 higher level semester hours in a child-related field.
Four years of full-time experience working with children and/or youth.
Additional Responsibilities
Serves as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services.
Conditions of Employment
Pass E-Verify employment verification check.
Pass pre-employment physical, provide immunization evidence, and be free of communicable diseases.
Obtain appropriate security clearance as needed.
Complete required training certificates and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal, State, and/or national accreditation institutions.
Benefits
Details on benefits will be provided at the time of hire.