Associate Center Director

• Provide effective and efficient management, support the leadership and oversight of the child care center
• Supervising, coaching, monitoring and planning for the professional development of the teaching staff
• Ensure quality care and customer service for staff, children, families and community
• Maintain knowledge of and ability to conduct family tours, process enrollments and assist with family account issues
• Assure safety and upkeep of the center
• Team with the Lead Center Director to ensure compliance with Encompass Policies, DCF, NAEYC, and High Scope curriculum
• Support professional development and supervision of center staff, including conducting teacher observations
• Ensure appropriate level of customer service is provided to children, families and staff
• Provide support and backup for the responsibilities of the Lead Center Director
• Perform the duties and responsibilities of a classroom teacher as needed
• Support the Encompass mission, demonstrating professionalism and confidentiality in all encounters

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a combination of a Bachelor’s Degree in another field with 24 credits in early childhood education, child development, elementary education or early childhood special education, 9 credits in administration, leadership and management, or documents meeting an appropriate combination of relevant education and experience as defined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
• Prior experience with High Scope or other play-based curriculum
• Prior leadership experience in a NAEYC accredited environment preferred
• General knowledge of the financial management aspects of a child care center
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, as well as time management and organizational skills
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

Prior leadership experience in a NAEYC accredited environment preferred