Director of MHCC

Arc of Greater Prince William • Salem, VA

7d • $0 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Muriel Humphrey Child Care Center (MHCC) will oversee and maintain overall organization and services for MHCC, families and staff. This is a full-time position working Monday-Friday 9am
– 6pm with flexibility required for staff coverage. The starting salary is $65K depending on experience.

Requirements

• Must be comfortable supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Must have a valid Virginia Driver's License and meet agency insurance driving records requirements.
• Ability to pass criminal background checks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to carry up to 50 pounds.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Self-starter with a proactive attitude.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks.
• Must have a professional demeanor and ability to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Must maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
• Program directors shall be at least 21 years of age and shall meet one of the following educational qualifications:
• A graduate degree in a child-related field such as elementary education, nursing, or recreation from a college or university and six months of programmatic experience; OR
• An endorsement or bachelor's degree in a child-related field such as elementary education, nursing, or recreation from a college or university and one year of programmatic experience; OR
• Forty-eight semester hours or 72 quarter hours of college credit from a college or university of which 12 semester hours or 18 quarter hours are in child-related subjects and one year of programmatic experience; OR
• Two years of programmatic experience with one year in a staff supervisory capacity and at least one of the following education backgrounds:
• A one-year early childhood certificate from a college or university that consists of at least 30 semester hours;
• A child development credential that requires: High school program completion or the equivalent; 480 hours working with children in a group which could include a supervised practicum; Determination of competency in promoting children's development, providing a safe and healthy environment, managing the classroom environment or childhood program, and promoting positive and productive relationships with parents or guardians; and At least 120 hours of child-related training taught by an individual or by an organization with expertise in early childhood teacher preparation provided that the training facilitator: Documents the student's mastery and competence; Observes the student's application of competence in a classroom setting; Has a combination of at least six years of education (leading to a degree or credential in a child-related field) or programmatic experience; and Has at least 12 semester hours or 180 hours in a child-related field, a child development credential or equivalent, and two years of programmatic experience with one year in a staff supervisory capacity; or
• A certification of qualification from an internationally or nationally recognized Montessori organization.
• Program directors without management experience shall have one college course in a business-related field, 10 hours of management training, or one child care management course that satisfactorily covers the management functions of: Planning; Budgeting; Staffing; and Monitoring.
• Management experience is defined as at least six months of on-the-job training in an administrative position that requires supervising, orienting, training, and scheduling staff.
• For program directors of therapeutic child day programs and special needs child day programs, education and programmatic experience shall be in the group care of children with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policies and objectives of the Program in cooperation with the Board of Directors, including the Executive Director and the Assistant Executive Director.
• Maintain a healthy and safe atmosphere for the children in the child care center.
• Assist with the preparation and implementation of a budget, which includes, personnel, equipment, supplies, and training.
• Develop and execute an on-going program of activities which contributes to the care, growth and development of the children at the child care center and of each child as an individual.
• Responsible for the hiring and retention of staff. This is to include maintaining progressive disciplinary policies and procedures and the termination of staff.
• Provide or make in-service trainings available for staff.
• Make written evaluations of staff members once a year and discuss individually with each employee.
• Work with parents and children to develop effective relationships.
• Maintain knowledge of first aid.
• Supervise general condition and upkeep of the building and grounds.
• Maintain a system of records (in accordance with the State Child Day Center Licensing Procedures) for financial and statistical purposes.
• Evaluate facilities, resources, teaching and support personnel, and make recommendations or decisions about promotions, salaries and dismissals.
• Work with the community to establish a relationship, which will aid in the successful implementation of goals and objectives for the center.
• Working with the teachers to devise a progress report on each child to be given to the parents twice a year.
• Work with the kitchen staff on menus and maintain standards of food service in accordance with the health department.
• Attend seminars, and trainings and/or conferences in order to keep up to date on developments in the field of childcare and in aid to in-service training.
• Serve as a mentor and model to the staff on professional conduct, including confidentiality, best practice, and quality service to children and families.
• Shall have knowledge of the groups of children being served and skills specific to the special needs of the children in care including, but not limited to; functional abilities, accommodation, and assessment techniques, behavior management, and medical and health concerns.
• Work with parents including: Interviewing each parent who enrolls a child in the center.
• Being available for telephone or personal parent conferences when necessary.
• Planning and attending parent meetings

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Health insurance with zero out of pocket costs for co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles
• Dental, vision and life insurance benefits
• Company paid LTD and life insurance
• 403b retirement plan
• Generous Paid-time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager