Director of the Child and Family Development Center
Core
Lead the Child and Family Development Center (CFDC) lab school, managing operations, curriculum, staff, and accreditation while supporting Early Childhood Education practicum students.
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 / Childcare
Required skills
Strategic leadership, team supervision and development, curriculum design and implementation, accreditation and licensing compliance, budget management, grant writing and administration, stakeholder collaboration, data analysis for child development
Preferred skills
Master's degree in related field, 3-5 years of leadership experience in early childhood education, knowledge of NAEYC standards
Technologies
Social media management tools, web content management systems
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 with academic programs to facilitate practicum experiences; Oversee billing, enrollment, and subsidy procedures; Mentor staff and model best teaching practices; Plan and host family events and community resources.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC