Child Development Center Assistant Director

The Child Development Center (CDC) Assistant Director position is to assist the Child Development Center Director of the CDC to administer a developmentally appropriate childcare program. The Assistant Director is expected to work with the CDC Director with minimum supervision toward the overall objectives of administering the CDC program. Work is subject to review for adequacy of program accomplishments, effectiveness, and compatibility with other work, and compliance with requirements. Major duties and responsibilities of the Assistant Director include program management, budgeting and financial management, personnel management, program operations, interactions and relationships, and compliance. These tasks are summarized below.

Salary commensurate with experience ($62,610 - $70,958 annually)

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Assists with the development and supervision of a developmentally appropriate CDC program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children and youth in the age categories served.
• Assists in providing program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees and the safety of children in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) and local licensing regulations and standards.
• Assists interpreting and applying CDC philosophy and state licensing regulations based on family needs and program evaluation and assessment.
• Assists with development, implementation and analysis of surveys and needs assessments of staff and families to ensure appropriate programming and hours of operation.
• Assists with collection and maintenance of up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes in accordance with ASYMCA Headquarters, DoD requirements, state licensing requirements and for the purpose of maximizing spaces and ensuring that resources accommodate the needs of command personnel.
• Assists in overseeing the collection, accurate accounting and reporting of funds received from families.
• Supervises a staff of three or more for curriculum development. At the CDC Director direction, the AD initiates and implements personnel actions and supports the Director to assure quality related to selection, assignments, training, promotions, disciplinary actions, and recognition of employees and volunteers.
• Supports and carries out all established EEO objectives and policies in matters of personnel management and communicates support of these policies.
• Establishes local performance standards for employees and volunteers using established standards and requirements and rates employees’ performance.
• Resolves complaints related to personnel and makes recommendations to the CDC Director for corrective action as necessary.
• Develops staffing schedule in accordance with established ratios and group sizes and submits it to supervisor for approval.
• Assists with ensuring training is competency-based and tied to career progression.
• Encourages and facilitates the pursuit of continuing higher education, including the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or college level classes.
• Provide input into the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) as required for the efficient operation and management of facilities and programs.
• Assists with implementation of these SOPs.
• Assists with establishing and implementing combined Parent Involvement Board (PIB) that includes parents and representatives from the CDC.
• Provide input into the development of CDC employees and parent handbooks and assist to distribute them.
• Assists with ensuring the person responsible for maintaining the Central Waiting List (CWL) is aware of vacancies within the program to ensure maximum space utilization.
• Assists in establishing a program environment that promotes positive interactions with other children and adults.
• Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children at all times.
• Interacts professionally with employees, parents, volunteers and DoD employees.
• Participates actively and positively in managing and resolving issues with parents, volunteers, and/or employees.
• Assists with implementation and support of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with health, fire, safety, facility, and program regulatory guidance and standards.
• Assists in ensuring compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DoD and childcare licensing.
• Assists in obtaining NAEYC accreditation.
• Assists in ensuring compliance with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
• Must be comfortable with using the computer and have functional knowledge of word Virtual Lab School (VLS), Microsoft Office, ProCare or other Child Care Management System, ELM Curriculum and all other programs or assessments that will be used in the program.
• In the absence of CDC Director, AD may assume responsibilities and perform duties and requirements of the position under supervision of the CDC Director with oversight.
• Serves as a mandatory reporter to Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A four-year degree or higher in these areas and 1 year of full-time experience working with children and families. Note: A minimum of a 2-year degree is preferred.
• A 2-year degree in Early Childhood Development or a related field, which can include 2 years of full-time experience working with children and families.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
• Must be able to work independently and be accountable for his/her actions. Must be able to work with budgets and produce financial reports.
• Must make an accurate assessment and respond accordingly to ensure the daily effectiveness of Center programs.
• Must be comfortable with using the computer and have functional knowledge of Microsoft Office, ProCare, ELM Curriculum and all other programs or assessments that will be used in the program.
• Works under the general supervision of the CDC Director who defines the overall objectives and program goals.
• AD is expected to operate independently with minimum supervision.
• Consults with the CDC Director to obtain assistance with problems of an unusual nature or issues that require major policy decisions.
• Work is reviewed in terms of results, satisfaction and adherence to established standards and procedures.
• Has constant contact with staff. Must be a team player in helping ASYMCA achieve its overall goals and objectives working with military families.
• High energy, proactive, excellent communicator and interested in challenging opportunities.
• Must participate in continued professional development through enrollment in formal and informal educational courses related to early childhood education.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.
• Satisfactorily complete all background checks.
• Must satisfactorily obtain or complete required training certificates and maintain certifications or credentials required by federal, state or National Accreditation institutions as used by the CDC.
• Experience in leadership managing a DoD child development center is preferred.

Armed Service YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws of regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.

Military spouses, veterans and military affiliated job seekers encouraged to apply.

Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.

Armed Services YMCA acknowledges the minimal use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in our initial recruitment stages. All AI use is coupled with human review and is designed to assist our team in building efficiencies and excelling at focusing on timeliness and communication in our hiring process. Our hiring teams thoroughly evaluate skills and qualifications and make all final hiring decisions.