Children’s Center Director

Opportunities Inc.; Texarkana (TX); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Opportunities, Inc. seeks a Program Manager/Director of Childcare to supervise the Early Intervention Day Treatment program on-site and to serve as Director of Childcare for the facility.

The role ensures compliance with state standards and oversees curriculum, staff, and community relations. The position requires a human services degree, relevant certifications, and experience in licensed childcare settings, with strong leadership and organizational skills to support children and families

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field is required.
• Twelve college credit hours in child development and six in management required.
• At least one year of experience in a licensed child-care center required.
• Two or more years’ experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Childcare Center Director’s Certificate
• Valid driver’s license
• CPR/First Aid Certification

Responsabilités

• Oversee daily operation of the Early Intervention Day Treatment program.
• Oversee as Director of Childcare for the entire facility.
• Ensure compliance with Texas Minimum standards for Child-Care Centers.
• Monitor curriculum, treatment plans, and lesson plans weekly.
• Maintain program facilities and inventory of supplies.
• Represent the program to parents, visitors and the public.

Connaissances

Computer Proficient

Interpersonal skills

Planning skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Calm under pressure

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in human services

12 college credit hours in child development

6 college credit hours in management

Outils

Windows OS

Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Aspyre

Kid Kare

Description du poste

Summary

The Arkansas Children’s Program Manager/Director of Childcare has the daily, on-site responsibility for the operation of the Early Intervention Day Treatment program, as well as operating as the Director of Childcare for the entire childcare facility.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• · A Bachelor’s degree in a human services field required
• · Twelve (12) college credit hours in child development and six (6) college credit hours in management required
• · At least one year of experience in a licensed child-care center required
• · Two (2) or more years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred

Certifications/Licenses:

• · Childcare Center Director’s Certificate
• · Valid driver’s license
• · CPR/First Aid Certification

Required Skills/Abilities:

• · Computer Proficient
  • o Basic navigational skills for Windows operating system
  • o Ability to write and send professional emails in Microsoft Outlook
  • o Basic use of Microsoft Word and Excel
• · Excellent interpersonal skills
• · Exceptional planning and organizational skills
• · Effective problem-solving skills
• · Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• · Knows and complies with the Texas Minimum standards for Child-Care Centers.
• · Knows and complies with Rules for the Arkansas Division of Developmental Disabilities Early Intervention Day Treatment.
• · Monitors the implementation of the curriculum, individual treatment plans, and lesson plans on a weekly basis.
• · Ensures program activities include areas of cognition, communication, social and emotional, motor, and adaptive skills.
• · Recognizes and respects the uniqueness and potential of all children, their families, and their cultures.
• · Oversees all aspects of operations, including maintenance, housekeeping, and repairs of ARC Program facilities.
• · Oversees maintenance of client service data in Aspyre, and Kid Kare the Agency’s online documentation systems.
• · Interacts with children in a positive manner.
• · Represents the program to parents, visitors, and the public in a positive way.
• · Immediately reports any information regarding health and safety concerns to the Nurse, Executive Director, and/or appropriate agency, as required.
• · Ensures that no child is abused, neglected, or exploited while in the care of the center; and reports suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of children to Texas Department of Family and Protective Services as specified in the Texas Family Code.
• · Completes required annual training, and ensures all staff within EIDT completes training.
• · Purchases program materials/supplies and maintains inventory of program supplies.
• · Communicates services offered by Opportunities, Inc. with community agencies and other programs.
• · Oversees onsite visits by local, state, and federal agencies.
• · Initiates/conducts investigations into incidents and ensures proper reporting requirements are met.
• · Recommends and/or revises policies and procedures as necessary for the operation of the program.
• · Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the five core values of Opportunities, Inc.-integrity, compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence.

Physical Requirements

• · Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• · Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Supervisory responsibilities: Teachers and Assistants, Early Childhood Development Specialists, Program Services Asst, Office Manager, Meal/Housekeeping Aides, and/or any other staff assigned to ARC.

Reports to: CEO/Executive Director