Early Childhood Development Lead (Birth to 3)

Maryland Nonprofits; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Nonprofits is seeking a Child Development Supervisor to oversee early childhood programs for infants and toddlers, ensuring safe and nurturing care. You will plan developmentally appropriate activities, assess children's progress, and collaborate with Center staff to meet families' needs.

The role requires deep knowledge of early childhood development, hands-on leadership, and strong communication with parents.

Qualifications

• Understand and be committed to the overall philosophy of Family Support.
• Maintain confidentiality of information divulged by participants.
• Relate to people from diverse educational, cultural and economic backgrounds.
• Be willing and able to do aggressive outreach and recruitment.
• Model appropriate interaction with young children and parents.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member and leader.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the health, safety and well-being of all the children.
• Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate program for infants and toddlers, including screenings and development of classroom plans.
• Demonstrates a sound knowledge of teaching practices and child growth and development.
• Participate in program staff meetings and trainings.
• Report to Center Director concerning Child Development Program and other responsibilities.
• Function as a member of the Center program management team.
• Provide parents with information and support in their parenting role.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
• Ability to get up and down off the floor.
• Complete all required paperwork.

Skills

Child growth knowledge

Team leadership

Child development

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child Development or related field

1 year supervisory experience with young children birth to three

Job description

Maryland Nonprofits is seeking a Child Development Supervisor to oversee early childhood programs for infants and toddlers, ensuring safe and nurturing care. You will plan developmentally appropriate activities, assess children's progress, and collaborate with Center staff to meet families' needs.

The role requires deep knowledge of early childhood development, hands-on leadership, and strong communication with parents.