Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

**Primary Purpose: Direct and manage the operations of the district childcare center. Plan and implement operations and program following the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and district guidelines.

Qualifications: Education/Certification:

• Child Development Associate credential or Certified Child Care Professional credential with six college credit hours in management Valid Child Care Center Directors Certificate issued by the Texas Department of Family Protective Services Special Knowledge/Skills
• Thorough understanding of childcare center operations Effective organizational, communication, computer, and interpersonal skills Ability to coordinate center functions Ability to implement policy and procedures Demonstrated knowledge of state childcare guidelines and licensing requirements
• Ability to manage budget and personnel Experience: Minimum of three years of supervisory experience preferred in a licensed childcare center Five years of direct professional experience in an early childhood setting

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Child Care Operations

• Maintain high quality childcare standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
• Facilitate the planning and coordination of the children's educational programs and activities. Assure consistent compliance with all Texas DFPS Minimum Standards, including maintenance of annual fire, health, and other inspections. Coordinate the annual licensing of the childcare center with Texas DFPS. Maintain consistent, open, and effective communication with parents while providing education training and support as needed. 1/4/2022 Texas Association of School Boards, Inc. All rights reserved. Sweetwater ISD HR Services
• Provide reliable, accurate, and timely information about the childcare center to interested parties.
• Attend professional development seminars to maintain an understanding of the current best practices of curriculum and administrative functions of child development programs.

Policy, Reports, and Law .

• Implement federal and state law, Department of Family Protective Services rule, and board policy Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required. 10. Maintain accurate records on children enrolled in the program to include their development, attendance, immunization, and general health.
• Prepare reports to Child Protection Services (CPS) and other agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of enrolled.
• . Ensure employee time records are accurately maintained and data necessary to process payroll is delivered in a timely manner. Budget and Inventory
• Develop and administer budget based on documented needs and ensure operations are cost-effective and funds are managed prudently.
• Maintain applications for The Child Care Services (CCS) and Texas Rising Star.
• Develop and implement inventory and stock control program for equipment and supplies and recommend replacement and disposal of obsolete equipment as necessary.
• Execute an effective marketing plan (both internal and external) to maintain desired enrollment. Professional Growth and Development
• Oversee the training and professional development of all childcare staff. School or Community Relations
• Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
• . Articulate the centers mission to employees and other stakeholders and solicit support in realizing the mission.
• . Interact with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds with fairness and sensitivity.