Early Childhood Development Center Director
About The Position
The Early Childhood Center Director is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and supervision of the Nelson Mandela Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC). The Director ensures high-quality early childhood education through effective management of daily operations, staff supervision, and implementation of curriculum and assessment systems, including Teaching Strategies GOLD. The position ensures full compliance with Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Child Care Licensing regulations and promotes a safe, developmentally appropriate learning environment that supports school readiness and positive child outcomes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in early childhood education.
- Knowledge of Nebraska DHHS Child Care Licensing regulations.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
- Ability to analyze data and support instructional improvement.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a childcare or preschool setting preferred.
- Experience with Teaching Strategies GOLD assessment system preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the early childhood center, including staffing, scheduling, enrollment, and program implementation.
- Develop and maintain systems that ensure efficient and effective program operations.
- Ensure compliance with Nebraska DHHS Child Care Licensing regulations and maintain readiness for monitoring, inspections, and audits.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment that supports early learning and child development.
- Supervise and evaluate teachers, paraprofessionals, administrative support staff, and kitchen staff.
- Conduct regular classroom observations and provide coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations.
- Plan and implement ongoing professional development aligned with early childhood best practices.
- Foster a positive, collaborative work environment focused on accountability and continuous improvement.
- Ensure the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with early learning standards.
- Oversee the use of Teaching Strategies GOLD (TS GOLD) for ongoing child assessment and documentation.
- Monitor completion of assessment checkpoints and ensure accuracy of developmental data.
- Support staff in using assessment data to guide instruction and meet individual scholars' needs.
- Analyze program-wide data to inform decision-making and improve instructional practices.
- Promote strong partnerships with families through consistent communication and engagement opportunities.
- Support and monitor family engagement activities.
- Ensure adherence to all licensing regulations, including staff qualifications, training requirements, and staff-child ratios.
- Maintain accurate records, including scholar files, staff records, and required documentation.
- Oversee implementation of health, safety, and sanitation policies and procedures.
- Ensure proper incident reporting and emergency preparedness procedures are in place and followed.
- Lead continuous quality improvement efforts aligned with program goals and NME school board expectations.
- Utilize data from assessments, observations, and family feedback to drive program improvements.
- Prepare reports related to program performance, child outcomes, and compliance as required.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
