Center Manager/Child Dev. Coordinator - Plymouth, Wisconsin

UMOS, Inc.•Plymouth, WI

2d•$24•Onsite

About The Position

The Center Manager/Child Development Coordinator (CDC) is responsible for overseeing various aspects of the center's operations, including staff management, program monitoring, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This role involves direct supervision of staff, ensuring the physical environment meets standards, monitoring child development and wellness programs, and managing administrative tasks related to child eligibility, health services, nutrition, and transportation. The position also requires budget management, fostering community partnerships, and ensuring adherence to all UMOS policies and Head Start Performance Standards.

Requirements

Be 21 years of age or older.
Possess a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
Childcare Administrator’s Credential or ability to obtain within two years.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Must have at least 2 years of classroom experience and/or combination of 1-year classroom and 1 year of supervisory experience.
Possess presentation/training experience.
Intermediate or advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Have own transportation, possess a valid driver’s license, and have adequate insurance.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a physical exam and TB screening test showing absence of tuberculosis within 30 days of employment.
SIDS & Shaken Baby Training prior to working with children (pre-service training).
Fire Extinguisher Training (Training is provided at the Center).
Proof of Certification of Infant/Child CPR and First Aid within 30 days.
Complete the online training modules and become reliable in Teaching Strategies within 30 days.
Register and provide evidence of Childcare Registration.
Complete the CLASS testing modules within 30 days.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Bilingual in Spanish and English (oral and written).

Responsibilities

Participate in the hiring, orientation, and training of staff, including developing work schedules, submitting overtime requests, and reviewing timesheets.
Provide direct supervision to coordinating staff, Teachers, Health Services Worker, Family Services Advocate, Bus Driver, Bus Monitor and Food Services Manager, including training, performance appraisals, and professional development.
Ensure physical environments conform to federal, state, and local regulations, including ADA, Head Start Performance Standards, state licensing, and OSHA.
Monitor the Child Development and Wellness program, including case reviews, classroom observations, child file reviews, and coordination of services.
Review and verify eligibility of children, including documentation review and signature of the certificate of eligibility.
Monitor classroom teachers for compliance with job duties, employee evaluations, and classroom management.
Provide guidance and support to the Health Services Worker in implementing Health, Nutrition, and Disabilities programs.
Monitor CACFP/SFSP in accordance with USDA regulations, including compliance with menus, meal scheduling, and food safety procedures.
Complete all required documentation for assigned program areas, including data entry, CACFP forms, and child progress reports.
Responsible for the collection and completion of assigned nonfederal shares through planning and coordination of activities that generate In-kind.
Implement UMOS Purchasing procedures and maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
Review and process all teaching staff documentation, including field trip requests, recruiting volunteers, and child case reviews.
Plan and coordinate case reviews, core team meetings, staff meetings, and CLASS Observations.
Assist in the development of the center budget and monitor expenditures.
Promote, support, and maintain active supervision of children during loading/unloading of buses and ensure staff-child ratios.
Complete and submit all required documentation in a timely, organized, and legible manner.
Assist in building and fostering partnerships and trust with families, center staff, and the community.
Perform other duties as assigned.