Child Care Program Administrator - Kensington, MD

The Arc Montgomery County•Derwood, MD

About The Position

For a limited time, all new hires are eligible for the benchmark incentive payments totaling up to $1000.00!! More information is on our Employee Benefits page on our website. Come join us and find out what it’s all about! Under the supervision of the Director of Children & Youth Services, the Program Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day operations, monitoring and supervision of the After All program worksite which assigned. The Program Administrator is responsible for the safety of all students, developing, maintaining and evaluating the educational component of the After All program and ensuring professional development for all staff. The Program Administrator is responsible for supervising the Group Leader, Group Aide and Substitutes.

Requirements

Director qualified of a licensed MSDE childcare center or meet qualifications within a year, plus a Masters’ degree in any field plus three years of relevant professional experience; or bachelor’s degree in any field plus five years of relevant professional experience; or associate degree in early childhood with at least 15 semester hours of approved coursework plus seven years of relevant professional experience. Three years of experience must be at a supervisory level.
Must meet childcare regulations; must maintain at a level 6 or higher credential.
Must communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

Direct and monitor educational program for After All
Coordinate placement of children entering and exiting the After All program.
Maintain internal controls by assisting the Director of Children & Youth Services
In collaboration with all After All staff, be accessible and attentive to the needs of families
Participate in appropriate internal and external training programs, conferences, courses, workshops or other staff development opportunities for professional growth.
Shall be knowledgeable of the developmental status, health, special needs (IEP) goals/programs, background/families of all of the children supported within the Longview After All program.
Will maintain active communication with families of children and be responsive to any family or child’s crisis situation (in conjunction with the Director of Children & Youth Services) to include the involvement of appropriate resources/agencies.
Will ensure professional growth and development of staff in conjunction with the Director of Children & Youth Services
Work directly with the Directors of Employment & Meaningful Day, Personal Supports and Community Living to provide information about transition services and transitioning youth; Attend Transitioning Youth information sessions throughout Montgomery County.
Work cooperatively with Director of Children & Youth Services to monitor grants