Child Development Center Program Director
Company: Child Care Resources Inc
Location: Tucson
Posted on: May 25, 2023
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Job Description:
Summary The Erik Hite Foundation is a non-profit organization
that focuses on the support of the families of the first responders
and military members in our community. Our main program is the
Child Development Center that serves these families with affordable
fees and flexible hours. We are committed to partnering with
families to provide the best care and beginning education for the
children of our heroes. We want to serve and care for their
families following godly principles close to the heart of Erik, as
these men and women serve and protect our community. Duties
Responsibilities: Responsible for the development and
implementation of the program and finding the resources to meet the
set goals Knowing and maintaining Licensing standards. Coordination
of program activities with other youth serving agencies and
community service agencies, if applicable. Supervision of staff.
Preparation of required program reports and forms to funding
sources. Responsible for ensuring the general safety of
participants by stressing safety principles to leaders. Performs
regular supervision with staff, to maintain open communication and
identify continuous quality improvement activities Fill in as staff
when needed. Participate in recruitment, interview, and selection
of program staff. Assist staff with program planning, supply
orders, etc Establish contact with community resources to enhance
and grow the program. Increase enrollment to full capacity Assist
in the pursuit of accreditation and maintain accreditation for the
center Develop and revise program procedure manual and personnel
handbook as needed. Participate in National, state and local
professional organizations and other appropriate alliances.
Completes required paperwork and turns it in on time. Maintains
Fingerprint Clearance Card and training as required by Licensing.
Be able to explain program and promote program to school staff,
parents and the community Participates in continuous quality
improvement activities. Participates in professional development
opportunities Perform other duties as assigned. Management
Responsibilities: Ensure that the Foundation's management
principles, policies and programs are consistently practiced.
Ensure that the Performance Management program is administered
uniformly and effectively. Be a backup for the Director of
Operations Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Minimum
Associates or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education or a
related field, and 3+ years management experience in a licensed
child care facility or related program, or some combination of
experience/education. A minimum of 3 years experience with children
6 weeks-12 years old. Ability to enjoy children, and show
sensitivity to their needs and ideas. Ability to communicate
effectively with parents, staff and other community agencies
Ability to recruit and train staff. Knowledge of and ability to
utilize community resources. Ability to supervise staff and direct
on-site program activities. Flexibility in schedule to include some
evenings and weekends. Respect for cultural and ethnic differences
of program participants. Adheres to foundation policies &
procedures Meets department performance/productivity standards Must
be eligible and able to obtain a fingerprint card. Must be
certified in CPR/First Aid Current and valid fingerprint card
Current and negative tuberculosis skin test. Ability to lift up to
75lbs (Average children weight at 5 years old) All employees are
expected and required to adhere to the Foundation's Code of Ethics
and Principles of Conduct and Values for what our organization was
founded. Nice To Haves Benefits Benefits: Competitive hourly pay
rate depending on experience and education Flexible schedule (If
enrolled in school) Subsidized Medical Insurance 40 hours of
accrued sick pay annually Paid training opportunities and
continuing education assistance Paid Annual Early Childhood
Conference at UofA in December ECE Classes Reward paid with
completed classes and a C or higher grade Recruiting Cash Incentive
SIMPLE IRA Plan with employer contributions 3-paid holidays/year 80
hrs of paid vacation after 12 months of employment Quarterly
Wellness paid day off Birthday - paid day off Bereavement paid
leave Time off for Jury Duty/court appearance leave, time to vote,
Military Leave, etc Child Care Scholarship available Family
oriented atmosphere- working in a team-player school
Keywords: Child Care Resources Inc, Tucson , Child Development Center Program Director, Executive , Tucson, Arizona
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