CES Concord Academy Director

McCracken•Paducah, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Plan, implement and administer a Child Development Center operations and activities to meet the established requirements of the District and the Kentucky Day Care Licensure Board. This role involves supervising the total operations and maintenance of the center, planning and organizing the physical facility, implementing center programs, and assisting in curriculum development. The Director will also supervise, monitor, and report on the performance of center staff, develop and implement procedures for recording student progress and reporting to parents, and prepare regular reports on center activities. Additionally, the role includes overseeing special programs like the food program, managing inventory, and performing related duties as assigned. Maintaining a professional appearance, incorporating technology, ensuring regular attendance, and adhering to the Professional Code of Ethics are also key aspects of this position.

Requirements

Knowledge of current concepts used in Early Childhood Development.
Knowledge of subject matter and curriculum planning for a child development program.
Knowledge of basic child psychology and principles and theories of child growth and development.
Knowledge of principles and theories of parent-child relationships.
Knowledge of policies, procedures and philosophy of a child development center.
Knowledge of principles of supervision and training.
Knowledge of health and safety requirements of children.
Knowledge of appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Knowledge of methods of observing, evaluating and recording child behavior.
Knowledge of budget preparation and control.
Knowledge of equipment, materials and supplies used in a children's center.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Ability to plan and direct the activities of the Child Development Center.
Ability to plan, develop, organize and evaluate learning programs and experiences for the development of children in a learning lab environment.
Ability to explain principles, theories and practical application of growth and development of children.
Ability to develop and revise instructional materials appropriate for assigned age levels.
Ability to purchase, inventory, store and maintain supplies and equipment for the Center.
Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with employees, preschool children, students and parents.
Ability to provide work direction and guidance to Center employees, volunteers and students.
Ability to work independently with little direction.
Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Ability to complete work with many interruptions.
Ability to maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
Ability to maintain a healthy and safe learning environment.
Ability to apply appropriate first aid.
Ability to apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others, including a variety of ages and cultures.
Ability to lift heavy objects.
Ability to plan and organize work.
Ability to meet schedules and time lines.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Child Development Associate or Associate of Arts with emphasis in child development.
Two years satisfactory full-time experience in working with young children in a group setting.
Two years experience in supervision and training of a day care center staff.
Certification in Pediatric First Aid, CPR and six hours of State approved childcare training annually.

Responsibilities

Implement all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines as adopted by the Board of Education and/or the school SBDM Council.
Supervise the total operations and maintenance of a Child Development Center.
Plan, organize and establish the type of physical facility necessary to meet licensure requirements.
Implement Center programs and assist in curriculum development.
Supervise, monitor and report performance of center staff, including time sheets.
Develop and implement procedures for recording progress of students and for reporting progress to parents to include organizing parent meetings and informing parents of Center policies and events.
Prepare regular reports of center activities, special events and progress toward goals as required.
Prepare, submit and maintain Center budgets under direction of FRYSC Coordinator.
Oversee the Center's special programs such as a food program including maintenance of inventory to maximize efficient and effective operation.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Remain at work during the entire workday unless excused by immediate supervisor or designated representative.
Maintain a professional appearance.
Incorporate the use of technology in daily tasks.
Maintain regular attendance.
Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.