Assistant Child Care Director

Assistant Director

Foundation for Behavioral Resources (FBR) Child Development Center (CDC) is seeking a full-time Assistant Director for a multi-site child development program. FBR manages seven pre-schools and GSRP classrooms located in the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek area. FBR, founded in 1972, is a non-profit corporation located in scenic South-Western Michigan. FBR is a results oriented organization dedicated to ensuring the delivery of quality childcare and educational services.

The ideal assistant director will have a dedication to early childhood education and be flexible in daily assignments. CDC program affords collegial and administrative support for new and experienced staff.

Responsibilities:

• Answers questions from parents and helps resolve problems

• Records information on daily count sheets and adjusts grouping and number of staff as required

• Answer telephone inquiries and conducts tours of the Center

• Supervises staff to ensure CDC policies and procedures are followed

• Supervise staff to ensure cleanliness and sanitation of the Center

• Receives cash payments and CDC procedures for cash receipts are followed

• Assists in collecting accounts receivable

• Documents personnel problems

• Informs FBR of any licensing or media contacts

• Submits maintenance requests as needed

• Responsible for other duties as assigned by the Director

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Qualifications:

Assistant Director must meet one of the following education requirements.

• 60 semester hours with 18 units in early childhood education or child development, and 1920 hours of experience.

• Valid Child development associate credential with 18 semester hours in early childhood education

• Montessori credential with 18 semester hours in early childhood education or child development and 960 hours of experience

• Associate's degree in early childhood education or child development with 18 semester hours in early childhood education or child development and 480 hours of experience

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a child-related field with 18 semester hours in early childhood education or child development and 480 hours of experience. A child-related field means elementary education, child guidance/counseling, child psychology, family studies, and social work.

• All Early Childhood Assistant Directors shall have at least 2 semester hours or 3.0 CEUs in child care administration, or have an administrative credential approved by the state of Michigan

• 21 years of age

• CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen certified or obtain upon hire

• Tuberculosis test completed upon hire with Physician documentation

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Attributes:

• Knowledge of State of Michigan Child Care Rules and Regulations, Child Protective Services, the Great Start to Quality Program, and Great Start Readiness Program regulations

• Supervisory skills to direct staff and the day-to-day operations of a childcare educational program

• Collaborative team player with administrative and direct care staff to ensure high-quality services

• Has the ability to work effectively with families to support the diverse needs of children

• Develops a classroom environment that focuses on the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, physical, and educational needs

• Is willing to participate in community events outside of normal business hours

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Work Hours: Full time. Monday thru Friday. Variable schedule between 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
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Philosophy: Utilizes developmentally appropriate and best practice methods at all times. Be warm and nurturing with children. A positive role model for all care giving staff, as well as children. Provide an excellent and professional service adhering to the standards of the CDC.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Signing bonus

Work Location: One location