Executive Director, Newark Day Nursery and Children’s Center

Newark Day Nursery and Children’s Center (NDNCC) was founded in 1961 as a nonprofit and community-based childcare center, bridging the gap between thoughtful service and accessibility. Serving children six weeks to 14 years of age, NDNCC offers programs in early care and education, school age care, and summer camp. The center is full of hands-on fun, creative challenges and supportive guidance, all designed to help children grow at their own pace and develop their social-emotional learning.

The center is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the American Camp Association (ACA).

Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director (ED) serves as the chief executive officer responsible for the leadership, management, and administration of Newark Day Nursery and Children’s Center (NDNCC) toward the established mission and vision of the organization. The ED will inspire, lead, and direct employees to achieve the highest levels of excellence so that each child is provided with a challenging, meaningful, and rewarding education.

The ED will initiate and maintain strategic partnerships with government officials, schools, businesses, and community leaders in order to promote the organization and its mission.

Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible senior management experience; prior nonprofit experience and management of a complex, multi-program organization preferred. The successful candidate will have an appreciation and passion for the mission of Newark Day Nursery and Children’s Center. Must have experience in organizational development, staff management, budget and resource development, and strategic planning. The successful candidate must be an outstanding communicator and relationship builder.

Proven success developing and monitoring systems to manage both operational and programmatic work that involve high levels of collaboration. A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Business Administration, or related field required;
Master’s degree preferred. Must be willing and able to travel regionally as well as attend evening and weekend meetings and events.

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