Director of the Child and Family Development Center
Core
Lead the Child and Family Development Center (CFDC) lab school, managing operations, curriculum, staff, and partnerships to support early childhood education and student practicum experiences.
Role type
Senior leadership director of a lab school/childcare center
Builds
A model early learning environment and training ground for future educators
Domain
Early Childhood Education / Non-profit Education
Required skills
Strategic leadership, team supervision and performance management, curriculum development, accreditation and licensing compliance, budget management, grant writing and fiscal oversight, stakeholder partnership building, data analysis for child development
Preferred skills
Experience with NAEYC standards, knowledge of New Mexico Early Childhood regulations, social media management
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Supervise and evaluate teaching staff and student employees; Ensure compliance with state/federal regulations and NAEYC accreditation; Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum; Manage annual budget and grant accounts; Collaborate on practicum student placement and mentorship; Oversee family events and parent partnerships; Conduct performance reviews and professional development planning
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
