Early Childhood Center Director

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
• A Childhood Development Associates certification is acceptable.
• Extensive experience in a child development center or similar setting.
• Training and experience in program administration, personnel management, and business strategies.
• Demonstrates ability to work with children, parents, and childcare professionals.

• Operate a computer to complete computer-oriented tasks; experience with Excel, Word and Publisher preferred
• Knowledge of operating additional office equipment, such as calculator, copy machine, and computer printer
• Traverses hallways and stairs to conduct school tours, monitor classrooms, and assist students and teachers
• Able to move equipment for various classrooms and events
• Able to transport children safely around the facility in situations, such as drills, emergencies, going to playground, etc.

Hours:

Flexible scheduling based on the needs of the program with a minimum of 40 hours per week.

Reports to:

BBC Church Administrator

Supervise:
Assistant Director, Administrative Assistants, teachers, and staff

Primary Role:
To serve as administrator and program director of the Early Childhood Center and to supervise the planning, implementation and updating of the program

Employment and Personnel Relations

• Read, understand, implement, and enforce all policies established by Brookwood Baptist Church and the Early Childhood Center.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding personal information of children and their families.
• Take applications and interview applicant for positions in the program.
• Keep current records on file for all employees as defined by policies(job descriptions, health records, certifications, benefits, and attendance).
• Supervise and coordinate the work schedules of staff, approve staff vacation requests, provide for the arrangements of substitutes during sick leaves and vacations.
• Notify Assistant Director in the event of an absence and communicate with the Assistant Director regarding any necessary information as to daily responsibilities.
• Provide for staff orientation, in-service training and professional development.
• Ensure regular safety checks are conducted on equipment and in classrooms.
• Evaluate the program on an annual basis for improvements and changes in goals and objectives.
• Cooperate with the BBC ministers and staff in promoting the ministry opportunities of Brookwood Baptist Church.
• Perform periodic observations in the classrooms.

Management

• Establish equitable procedures for registration and placement of children in the program. Provide necessary information to all applicants.
• Develop and maintain a waiting list of families interested in enrolling their child in the ECC.
• Keep proper records and update files for each child in reference to:
• Registration and personal information
• Health/medical forms
• Emergency/release information, permission for emergency medical treatment
• Field trip participation and permission
• Assessments and evaluations
• Tuition and fee payments
• Reapply for church exemption status by providing required reports to licensing agency (DHR).
• Update files to ensure the facility meets Health Department requirements.
• Approve monthly snack and lunch menus considering the nutritional needs of young children in accordance with USDA guidelines.
• Organize and implement special events for the Center and staff.
• Monitor and schedule CPR training for teachers and staff.
• Annually review all policies, manuals, job descriptions and ECC website with the ECC Committee Chair.
• In the event of an emergency, call 911 and notify the BBC administrator.
• Serve as Chair of the ECC Crisis Management Team.
• Attend weekly staff meetings with BBC ministers and staff.

Budget

• Develop a yearly budget for the program for approval by the ECC Committee and the Finance Committee of Brookwood Baptist Church. Operate the ECC within the approved budget.
• Purchase necessary supplies, equipment, and program materials as provided in the budget and keep accurate records of all transactions.
• Purchase necessary supplies, equipment, and program materials as provided in the budget and keep accurate records of all transactions.
• Oversee payment of tuition and fees, arrange for deposits of monies, and keep accurate records of all transactions.
• Oversee payment of bills incurred by the program and keep accurate records of all transactions.

Spiritual Leadership and Ministry Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Affirm and support the church’s statement of faith and mission.
• Lead/share staff devotions.
• Ensure biblical/faith-based values are integrated into curriculum and classroom practices.
• Partner with church leadership in ministry alignment and outreach.
• Serve as a spiritual role model to children, families, and staff.