Center Director

Job Details: Job Location: Chillicothe Child Development Center

• Chillicothe, TX, Salary Range: $15.84 - $19.80Hourly, Center Director, Chillicothe Child Development Center
• Head Start / Early Head Start / Childcare Location: Chillicothe, Texas Employer: Rolling Plains Management Corporation (RPMC) Status: Full-Time (40 hours per week, primarily Monday–Friday; however, hours may fluctuate).

Position Summary

Rolling Plains Management Corporation is seeking applicants for the position of Center Director for the Chillicothe Child Development Center in Chillicothe, Texas. This position mainly entails technical and diverse tasks and requires the capacity of judgment and action to accomplish program goals. The normal workweek will be 40 hours, worked Monday through Friday, but hours may vary to meet the needs of the Center.

Must be able to adapt to flexible work schedules as established by management. Reports directly to the Head Start Director. Directly supervises all staff in their Center. Head Start is committed to establishing a learning environment where children, parents, and staff can teach and learn from one another. To accomplish this goal, staff must display sensitivity to and knowledge of the community’s cultural differences and issues.

All Head Start staff shall agree to abide by the program’s Standards of Conduct introduced during pre-service and/or orientation. Employee orientation, pre-service, and in-service training are provided to assist staff and volunteers in acquiring or increasing the knowledge and skills needed to fulfill their job responsibilities.

The Center Director supports the Head Start program’s overall mission by fostering the creation of high-quality, responsive, respectful, and safe learning and work environments. They ensure compliance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards and other applicable federal and state requirements. The Center Director is responsible for the overall operation of the Head Start Center's day-to-day operations for children and staff that contributes to the growth and development of children and staff's professional growth and development.

They provide effective modeling and leadership. They work collaboratively with the Program Specialists, other managers, and staff to ensure effective operational and instructional practices. The Center Director also coordinates with family service staff to ensure the empowerment and inclusion of all families enrolled at the site.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership: Model appropriate dress, appearance, personal hygiene, and professionalism. Positively represents the Agency in the community. Maintains and ensures staff and volunteers uphold confidentiality for staff, parent, child, community, and agency information, including files, conversations, meetings, correspondence, and other sources.

Work as a team member to support the functions and operations of RPMC Head Start/Early Head Start Programs. Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies. Must be aware of the legal and professional responsibilities with regard to reporting suspected child abuse and neglect by parents, staff members, and others in accordance with the provisions of Federal, State, or local law.

Ensure that children of all races, religions, family backgrounds, and cultures are treated with respect and consideration. Encourage and ensure staff and parent communication on educational issues. Ongoing Monitoring: Monitor classrooms regularly, give written and verbal feedback to teachers, and use in supervision meetings.

Conduct monthly observations in the classrooms, Monitor and review the records of each child in the assigned center, including Child-Plus, ensuring the files are up-to-date with all requirements. Monitors classrooms on a schedule based upon the individual classroom needs/program requirements Monitors the completion of responsibilities of assigned teachers and assistants: including screenings, home visits, parent/teacher conferences, environmental reports, child files, CLI Engage, DRDP, etc.

Monitor ongoing child assessment systems to ensure teaching staff properly scores children and enters the required data. Reviews all assigned classroom folders for documentation in the area of education in Child Plus. Monitor individual Coaching Plans for teaching staff to ensure overall program goals and objectives are fulfilled.

Monitor individual CDA plans for teaching staff to ensure completion. Monitor site health and safety using the Health and Safety Checklist. Monitor all kitchen activities to comply with USDA requirements. Human Resources (HR) Services: Assist in staff selection procedures and interviews. Conduct new staff orientation Recruit applicants to substitute for absent staff.

Ensure time sheets are submitted accurately and timely on a bi-weekly basis. Responsible for accurate completion and review of all performance evaluations of staff supervised. Ensure all staff has assignments matching their skills, abilities, and training. Assure that qualified substitutes are called as necessary to meet Minimum Standards and ensure the efficient and effective operation of the Center.

Ensure that RPMC job postings are properly displayed and kept up-to-date. Attend training and workshops for professional development as specified by management staff and in accordance with the staff development plan. Administration/Education: Must embrace the principle of the parent as the primary educator and support attachment of parent and child.

Assure the confidentiality of all children, families, and co-workers. Ensure a safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment is maintained. Assist in parent meetings, orientations, and special functions. Establish and maintain relationships and collaborations with public school districts, systems of higher education, and other community agencies and partners.

Ensure that teaching staff utilize all available resources and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning. Ensure the use of positive methods of child guidance in accordance with established guidelines. Maintain TDFPS folders for children and staff. Assists classroom staff in assessing educational materials needed and ordering materials for classrooms.

Collaborate with the Education Specialist to plan staff development activities such as training and/or practice-based coaching opportunities. Work with program specialists and consultants to ensure compliance with the American Disabilities Act. Attends Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee meetings as needed.

Manages time, calendar, and job responsibilities to meet deadlines. Responsible for child recruitment and enrollment for the Center. Enroll children following established guidelines. Assure that all USDA paperwork is properly completed and on time by Cook staff. Sign off on USDA paperwork. Conduct Center staff meetings and Center parent committee meetings.

Keep inventory records for the Center. Assure that appropriate referrals are made to meet the needs of children and families. Oversee repairs and maintenance and general improvement items. Keep an adequate inventory of supplies to accomplish Center activities effectively. Requisition needed supplies, equipment, or other needed items.

Assure that staff clean and perform general maintenance of the classroom. Ultimately responsible for all aspects of center activities. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES OR JOB REQUIREMENTS: Anytime the Center Director is away from the Center, they must designate a qualified staff person to be in charge of the Center. The designated staff must know they are in charge and for how long, know their responsibilities while they are in charge, have access to all essential information to communicate with parents and State and local authorities as needed, and have the authority to direct the Center in compliance with Minimum Standards.

All staff must know who is in charge in the Center Director’s absence. Ensure any on-the-job accidents are reported immediately and followed up with appropriate forms. Report any suspected fraud and abuse to the direct supervisor or management. Must possess computer skills including e-mail, internet, word processing, and other necessary programs.

Demonstrated ability in personal computer operations within a Windows software environment required. Must be flexible and able to adapt to change in the workplace. Ability to understand and carry out instructions and procedures with minimal supervision. The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees in this job.

Employees may perform other related duties and special projects as assigned. Fill in for any Center staff where the need arises. May assist at other Centers or offices as needed. The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees in this job. Employees may perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

RPMC offers its full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical premium contribution and employer paid dental, and vision insurance $25,000 life insurance policy at no cost to employee Dependent care FSA (up to $5000 per year provided by employer) Telemedicine, tele-counseling, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Matching 401K plan Paid sick leave, vacation leave, and 14 paid holidays Longevity Pay Voluntary benefits: critical illness, accident, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance Additional Details: Sign-On Bonus Offered!

Position remains open until filled Rolling Plains Management Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and provider.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 12 college credit hours in child development, one-year experience in a licensed child-care center, and a minimum of 6 college hours in business management.
• An Associate degree in child development or a closely related field with at least 6 college credit hours in child development, at least two years’ experience in a licensed child-care center, and a minimum of 6 college credit hours of business management.
• Sixty college credit hours with at least nine college credit hours in child development and at least two years’ experience in a licensed child-care center, and a minimum of 6 college hours of business management.
• A child-care administrator’s certificate with at least 15 college credit hours in child development and at least two years’ experience in a licensed child-care center, and a minimum of 3 college hours of business management.
• Child Development Associate credential or Certified Child-Care Professional credential and at least two years of experience in a licensed child-care center and a minimum of 6 college hours of business management.
• A day-care administrator’s credential issued by a professional organization or educational institution and approved by Licensing based on criteria specified in Subchapter P of Chapter 745 of 746.1015 (relating to Day-Care Administrator’s Credential Program) and at least two years of experience in a licensed child-care center.
• Nine college credit hours in child development and at least three years of experience in a licensed child-care center and a minimum of nine college credit hours of business management instead of the six required under other options) Experience:
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Two (2) years of experience in a licensed child-care center required.
• Demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Head Start experience preferred. FINGERPRINT AND DRUG SCREEN CLEARANCE:
• Must be willing to take and pass a drug/alcohol test and comply with the "Drug-Free": Agency Policy
• Must be able to pass regular criminal history checks. MEDICAL EXAMINATION:
• Must submit TB tests as required.
• Must submit a Health Statement PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Ability to maintain physical condition and stamina appropriate to the assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include sitting, standing, or walking for extended periods, driving or riding in a car, bus or van, and interacting with clients at the appropriate eye level or other duties assigned.
• The usual requirements in an office/classroom environment may require lifting boxes of supplies and equipment and occasional adjustments of office furniture.
• Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional bending or squatting is required. WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Possess the ability to adapt to inclement weather conditions and/or situations.
• Ability to drive, occasionally long distances.
• Noise levels could be moderate to loud in a work environment.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and deal effectively with stress.
• Ability to perform duties and adapt to flexible work schedules as established by Management. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
• Normal to heavy travel – ability to frequently travel under extreme conditions such as all hours of daylight or heavy travel for long distances for activities such as meetings, interaction with other agencies, pick up or delivery of supplies, review of records, an inspection of facilities, classes, workshops, or other activities, both in and out of the service area.
• Must be able to travel by air and/or overnight as needed to attend training and conferences.