Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) ยท 12 hours ago
Child Development Center Director (Small)
Portsmouth, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expNavy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) is seeking a Child Development Center Director to oversee a small/medium center-based early childhood program for eligible patrons. The director will be responsible for program management, budgeting, facility operations, and ensuring compliance with regulations while promoting the growth and development of children in the program.
Military
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees and the safety of children in a small CDC with up to 100 children enrolled in accordance with Department of War (DoW), Department of Navy (DoN), and local policies and standards
Establishes policies and procedures for accomplishment of age-appropriate programs to all children through individual and group developmental and educational settings to stimulate and sustain social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth of children
Ensures implementation of a developmentally appropriate program that promotes the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth of children in the age categories served
Ensures the development and implementation of the established curriculum
Establishes higher-level program goals and interprets and applies child development philosophy/principles and DoN policies based on patron needs and program evaluation and assessment
Conducts studies and surveys to evaluate program effectiveness and cost efficiency
Develops integrated budget input, conducts written analysis of budget variances as necessary, and prepares justification for funding of program resource requirements and repairs or maintenance of facilities and equipment
Oversees the collection, accurate accounting and reporting of funds received from patrons. Ensures program meets established financial goals
Ensures compliance with all regulations governing the use of appropriated and nonappropriated funds
Develops, administers and evaluates an ongoing program of individual and group developmental and educational activities for staff implementation and execution
Establishes review systems for the organization that make certain government needs are met and validated, and that economy and quality of operations are maintained or improved
Provides input into the development of CYP standard operating procedures (SOPs) as required for the efficient operation and management of facility and programs. Oversees implementation of these SOPs
Ensures facility and grounds are well maintained in accordance with Department of War (DoW), Department of Navy (DoN), and local policies and standards. Ensures CCTV, intercoms, telecommunications, security access points, egress points, and computer systems are functioning properly. Follows established protocols to resolve issues, initiate trouble calls, report faulty/broken equipment, and respond to data calls
Determines adequacy of facilities and identifies additional facility needs. Initiates work requests, coordinating and seeking approval for facility needs from routine maintenance to major renovation or construction
Establish and use satellite location to support programming when space is needed. Monitors all renovation and construction projects within the facility
Interacts professionally with employees, parents, volunteers and local installation command personnel
Participates actively and positively in managing and resolving issues with parents, volunteers, and/or employees
Assists in establishing a program environment, which sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth and adults. Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with adults, children and youth
Establishes review systems for the organization that make certain government needs are met and validated, and that economy and quality of operations are maintained or improved
Ensures program accreditation and DoW certification requirements are met by monitoring programs in good standing
Uses the Inspection Management System (IMS) to track and document local inspections, mitigate issues and complete local inspection follow up to include tracking of evidence, extensions, exceptions, and corrective actions. Complies with DoW, DoN, and local policies and standards
Routinely inspects assets, to include vehicles and takes steps to ensure ongoing maintenance is scheduled and completed. Ensures compliance and adherence to the standards and criteria developed by the DoW, DON, and/or CNIC policy, regulations, and procedures and accreditation criteria. Implements recommendations or corrective actions to address discrepancies or findings from inspections or accreditation visits. Prepares responses to inspection reports. Follows-up to ensure complete and quality resolution of discrepancies
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's or higher degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education (concentration in ECE), Home Economics (early childhood emphasis), Child Care Administration or related field of study and three years of full-time experience working with children and/or youth; or a combination of education and experience
Mastery knowledge of child development theory, methodology, and practices relating to physical, intellectual, social and special education needs and center management
Mastery knowledge of the principles of child development and in designing and managing an exceptionally complex program that includes, but is not limited to safety, security, disease prevention, employee training, developmentally appropriate activities, parent involvement, and facility management
Knowledge of DoW, DON, local and state regulations, instructions and procedures pertaining to military childcare
Knowledge of Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect
Knowledge of facility design, functional use, and maintenance concepts pertaining to military child care
Knowledge of financial, budget, resource management practices and principles, and analytical and evaluative methods and techniques
Skill in educating, counseling, and advising child care professionals and parents; assessing training and children's developmental needs
Skill in effectively organizing and utilizing community resources within the program framework to augment the program to meet installation objectives
Ability to analyze, plan and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources
Ability to supervise others, exercise sound business skills and provide positive personnel management
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills
This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing
Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment
Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases
Must successfully obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance as needed
Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required
Preferred
Skill working with military families and an understanding of military lifestyles is preferred
Company
Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)
OUR VISION Deliver dynamic, innovative, and integrated programs and services that inspire Sailors and Navy families to thrive throughout their military life cycle.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase