CES Concord Academy Director

Young World Physical Education; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 13,933 - 19,845; Full time

Job summary

McCracken Concord Elementary School in Paducah, Kentucky seeks a Child Development Center Director to plan, implement and oversee operations that meet district and Kentucky Day Care licensure standards. The role requires supervising staff, preparing budgets and reporting progress to families.

Responsibilities include coordinating curriculum, maintaining safety, ensuring regulatory compliance and communicating with parents to support child development in a learning-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and directing child development programs.
• Understanding of licensure requirements for day care centers.
• Experience supervising staff and handling budgets and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and administer Center operations to meet district and licensure requirements.
• Supervise center staff and monitor performance; manage time sheets.
• Develop procedures for recording child progress and informing parents.
• Prepare center budgets and oversee special programs and events.

Skills

Plan and direct center activities

Program development and evaluation

Explain growth and development

Curriculum planning knowledge

Budget preparation and control

Effective communication

Time management and scheduling

Team supervision and training

Education

Child Development Associate or AA in child development

Job description

CES Concord Academy Director

McCracken Concord Elementary School - Paducah, Kentucky. Open in Google Maps. This job is also posted in McCracken County Schools.

Job Details

Job ID: 5836786

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

CLASS TITLE: CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER DIRECTOR

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Plan, implement and administer a Child Development Center operations and activities to meet the established requirements of the District and the Kentucky Day Care Licensure Board.

BASIC REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Implement all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines as adopted by the Board of Education and/or the school SBDM Council.
• Supervise the total operations and maintenance of a Child Development Center.
• Plan, organize and establish the type of physical facility necessary to meet licensure requirements.
• Implement Center programs and assist in curriculum development.
• Supervise, monitor and report performance of center staff, including time sheets.
• Develop and implement procedures for recording progress of students and for reporting progress to parents to include organizing parent meetings and informing parents of Center policies and events.
• Prepare regular reports of center activities, special events and progress toward goals as required.
• Prepare, submit and maintain Center budgets under direction of FRYSC Coordinator.
• Oversee the Center's special programs such as a food program including maintenance of inventory to maximize efficient and effective operation.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Remain at work during the entire workday unless excused by immediate supervisor or designated representative.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Incorporate the use of technology in daily tasks.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Current concepts used in Early Childhood Development.
• Subject matter and curriculum planning for a child development program.
• Basic child psychology and principles and theories of child growth and development.
• Principles and theories of parent-child relationships.
• Policies, procedures and philosophy of a child development center.
• Principles of supervision and training.
• Health and safety requirements of children.
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Methods of observing, evaluating and recording child behavior.
• Budget preparation and control.
• Equipment, materials and supplies used in a children's center.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:

• Plan and direct the activities of the Child Development Center.
• Plan, develop, organize and evaluate learning programs and experiences for the development of children in a learning lab environment.
• Explain principles, theories and practical application of growth and development of children.
• Develop and revise instructional materials appropriate for assigned age levels.
• Purchase, inventory, store and maintain supplies and equipment for the Center.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with employees, preschool children, students and parents.
• Provide work direction and guidance to Center employees, volunteers and students.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Complete work with many interruptions.
• Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
• Maintain a healthy and safe learning environment.
• Apply appropriate first aid.
• Apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others, including a variety of ages and cultures.
• Lift heavy objects.
• Plan and organize work.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: Child Development Associate or Associate of Arts with emphasis in child development and two years satisfactory full-time experience in working with young children in a group setting and two years experience in supervision and training of a day care center staff.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Certification in Pediatric First Aid, CPR and six hours of State approved childcare training annually.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Education.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Personnel.

Position Type: Increment

Salary: $12.26 Per Hour

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > After School Programs

Contact Information

• Wes Newsome, Principal
• Concord Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]