Early Learning Center Director

Overview

Early Learning Center Director Jobs in Lexington, KY at The Salvation Army

Position: Early Learning Center Director

Department: Youth Services
Classification: Full-time
Reports To: Family Ministry and Youth Service Director

Schedule:
Monday – Friday 1st Shift; 40 hours/week

Job Focus:
The Director is the professional responsible for the operation of the on-site childcare program. The major function of the
Director shall be the supervision of the entire Early Learning Center program and the efficient functioning of the staff.

Essential Functions:
 Development and supervision of the daily childcare program
 Supervision and orientation of teachers, substitutes and volunteers
 Supervision of child recruitment; maintain contact with state and local agencies, which refer preschoolers
 Conduct on-going parent/child interviews as well as interviews for admission and/or discharge from center
 Develop curriculum for center and implement, supervise and evaluate the same
 Make regular and periodic observation of each classroom
 Coordinate teachers and teacher’s aides in developing classroom plans and objectives
 Plan, supervise, and drive for special events and field trips
 Conduct annual evaluation of department staff
 Coordinate in-service training for department staff
 Monitor compliance with regulations for the CHR, the Department of Education, and the local health department
 Attend all pertinent community meetings related to the Early Learning Center as assigned
 Work with the Fiscal Manager in planning and developing an annual budget
 Plan & carry out annual fund raisers to benefit the Early Learning Center
 Prepare for and participate in all regulatory inspections
 Assist in preparing and presenting United Way request for funding
 Keep very detailed records required per state regulations
 Provide other services as required for the efficient functioning of The Salvation Army

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

 Bachelor’s degree in early childhood development/education and 3-5 years of similar experience.
 Classroom, administrative and supervisory experience required
 Familiarity with CHR licensing regulations & CACFP policies and procedures preferred
 Must meet requirements of city and state licensing agencies (CPR, First Aid & TB Skin test)
 Flexibility & strong work ethic
 Good communications skills (written & oral)
 Must be prompt and maintain regular attendance
 Have a clean and neat appearance
 A passion for The Salvation Army’s mission

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 – $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Supervisory: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lexington, KY 40508: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Title: Early Learning Center Director

Company: The Salvation Army

Location: Lexington, KY

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