Center Director (Mesquite)

Sunrise Childrens Foundation; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 66,420,000 - 69,916,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

PTO with accrual starting at hire

COVID Paid Sick Leave

10 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Sunrise Childrens Foundation in Las Vegas, NV, seeks a Center Director to oversee infant/toddler classrooms within Early Head Start locations. You will guide teachers, monitor attendance, and ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.

The role requires a CDA Infant/Toddler Credential with 12 ECE units, and strong leadership to manage enrollment, data, and parent engagement. A helpful bilingual skill is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• CDA Infant/Toddler Credential with 12 ECE units required.
• Minimum 3 months of supervised field experience.

Responsibilities

• Guide, model, and support teachers; ensure screenings occur timely.
• Supervise center activities to maintain safety and health.
• Assist with enrollment policies; maintain attendance records.
• Prepare requisitions for supplies and inventory of equipment.
• Maintain records and analyze data for evaluating and planning services.
• Maintain regular communication with parents and families.
• Plan transitions, attend meetings, and implement safety procedures.

Skills

Clear communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Organized

Flexibility

Knowledge of child development

Head Start standards

CPR/First Aid

Live Scan Fingerprinting

Drug/alcohol testing compliance

Bilingual (English-Spanish) – helpful

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA Infant/Toddler Credential with 12 ECE units

Minimum 3 months supervised field experience

Associate's Degree in ECE (12 units) – preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Las Vegas - Las Vegas, NV

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $23.18 - $24.40 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Early Childhood Education

Abstract of the Position:

Under the general supervision of the Education Manager, the Center Director oversees the daily operations of infant and toddler classrooms within Early Head Start center-based locations. The Center Director provides direction, guidance, and support to teachers assigned to the center; monitors child attendance; organizes and conducts parent education and parent participation activities; complies with Early Head Start regulations, local licensing, health, safety, and all other applicable state, local and federal requirements and guidelines.

Responsibilities/Duties (including but not limited to):

• Provides guidance, modeling, and support to teachers, and ensures that all screenings occur in a timely manner.
• Monitors and supervises activities within the center to ensure a safe and healthy environment.
• Assists with enrollment policies and procedures, and maintains accurate attendance records.
• Prepares and submits requisitions for supplies and materials and maintains an inventory of center equipment.
• Maintains accurate records and analyzes data for evaluating, planning, and improving services.
• Maintains regular communication with parents and families.
• Plans and conducts transition activities, attend meetings, and carries out emergency and safety procedures.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Working environment: childcare center, office, and client home settings
• Physical abilities required: lifting up to 50 pounds, dexterity for office equipment, walking, standing, sitting, kneeling, reaching, stooping, crouching, and sitting on floor or preschool chairs
• Visual and auditory abilities required: reading, seeing, hearing, speaking for face-to-face, virtual, and telephone communication
• Driving ability required for work off-site as needed
• Tolerance to exposure to communicable diseases and moderate to loud noise levels
• Travel may be required within and out of the county, including overnight travel for conferences, meetings, and other duties
• Ability to maintain concentrated attention to detail for long periods of time
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualifications Education & Work Experience

• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a minimum of a CDA Infant/Toddler Credential with 12 units of Early Childhood Education (ECE).
• Must have a minimum of 3 months of supervised field experience.

Preferred

• An Associate's Degree (or higher) in Early Childhood Education (ECE) with 12 units of ECE is preferred (not required).
• Alternative degrees can be considered with ECE experience.
• At least (1) year of experience managing 4 or more people in a childcare environment is desired (not required).
• Bilingual (English-Spanish) speaking and writing skills are helpful.

Skills & Abilities

• Must be at least 21 years old, have held a driver's license for at least 3 years, and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.
• Clear communication skills (verbal and written) in English are required.
• Must display strong time management skills, attention to detail, and be organized to meet client and program needs.
• Patience, tact, and professionalism are essential when interacting with children, families, staff, and supervisors.
• Must be flexible with schedule to fulfill job functions and program responsibilities.
• Knowledge of child growth and development, appropriate practices, and adherence to Head Start and Early Head Start Performance Standards are mandatory.
• Other requirements include acquiring CPR/First Aid training, Live Scan Fingerprinting, negative TB results, physical, and passing drug/alcohol testing.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Supplementary Benefits
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
• PTO with Accrual Starting at Hire
• 401(k) with a match
• COVID Paid Sick Leave
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Hardship Assistance Fund
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Programs