Child Care Program Specialist

Richmond Traditional Martial Arts; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensations

Professional Growth Opportunities

Positive Work Environment

Job summary

Richmond Traditional Martial Arts in Mechanicsville is seeking an experienced Child Care Program Specialist to manage educational programs for our students. This role involves organizing activities and curricula that uphold our educational mission while ensuring compliance with state standards.

The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in child development and be adept at building relationships with staff and families to provide engaging experiences year-round.

Qualifications

• Must meet state-specific guidelines and hold applicable certifications.
• Experience in direct care and education settings with children.
• Strong ability to build relationships with families and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Organize programs and lesson plans for students.
• Utilize compliant programs that meet state standards.
• Manage supplies for classrooms according to curriculum.
• Train staff based on curriculum and program guidelines.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Strong relationship-building skills

Program organization

Education

State-specific certifications

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensations
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Positive Work Environment

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Child Care Program Specialist to join our team! As a program specialist, you will oversee all aspects of education, curriculum, and activities for our students. You will choose programs, curricula, and activities that align with our beliefs and educational mission, ensure compliance within classrooms, and help train staff. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of child development and education, and can work well with staff and families alike to ensure educational, fun activities year-round.

Responsibilities

• Organize programs and lesson plans for students under your supervision
• Utilize programs that meet state minimums and standards
• Order and manage supplies for classrooms based on chosen curriculum standards
• Train staff based on chosen curriculum and program guidelines

Qualifications

• Meet state-specific guidelines and hold any applicable certifications
• Experience previously working directly with children
• Ability to build strong relationships with coworkers and families to ensure a positive learning experience