Executive Director Child Development Center

Description

Culpeper Baptist Child Development Center seeks an experienced Executive Director to lead our center and continue growing an inclusive learning environment where children, parents, and staff function as a team.

The Center’s Board of Directors seeks a highly organized, visionary leader who is experienced in early childhood education and has strong business and staff management skills. The Executive Director is responsible for ensuring the successful operations of a non-profit child development center serving approximately 200 infant, toddler, preschool, and elementary children in a manner that contributes to young children’s positive growth, development, and safety.

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall administration of the Center and overseeing critical aspects of the Center’s day-to-day operations. This includes the support of fiscal policy and control, ensuring adherence to all federal and state laws governing childcare centers, developing community relations, and pursuing fundraising and grants.

The Executive Director will report to the Center’s Board of Directors and provide leadership by recommending and providing input into policies, priorities, projects, programs, and budgets.

Job Duties

● Oversee the day-to-day operations, including the safety and well-being of children at a busy and active childcare and educational environment, ensuring processes are carried out in compliance with state licensing requirements.
● Recruit, select, hire, train, and retain qualified and committed employees and help develop staff through career growth and guidance; ensure annual performance reviews are completed for all employees.
● Establish and maintain open and collaborative professional working relationships with staff, parents, Culpeper Baptist, and the Board of Directors.
● Develop a comprehensive set of policies and procedures and maintain them as needed.
● Develop the Center budget in cooperation with the Board; supervise the maintenance of all financial records according to current laws and recommended practices; manage appropriate staff to ensure that spending is kept within budget boundaries; and prepare annual audit.
● Negotiate necessary contracts with other agencies, such as USDA, ensure compliance with all contracts, and manage staff responsible for monthly billing.
● Plan, organize, and facilitate staff meetings, training sessions, community open houses, planning sessions, etc.
● Select professional consultants to provide specialized services for the center and ensure service delivery aligns with the statement of work.
● Oversee staff training to plan and implement creative, developmentally appropriate programs for all children.
● Ensure systems are in place to effectively manage the enrollment process, including recruitment communications, waitlist management, and ongoing monitoring and reporting on status.
● Ensure that the implemented curriculum is developmentally and culturally appropriate and individualized to meet the needs of the children.
● Oversee required paperwork and recordkeeping in an organized, up-to-date manner, including, but not limited to, student, personnel, health, and safety files, etc.
● Ensure the entire investigation and documentation of any incidents/issues that may arise between and among staff and children.
● Establish strong working relationships with State licensing authorities and community stakeholders.
● Meet with licensing specialists during inspections and promptly report to the Board of Directors.
● Oversee a marketing program to promote the Center to potential parents, community groups, businesses, and government representatives; advocate for the Center families and children at the County and State level to encourage continued funding.
● Collaborate with the Board to fulfill the mission of the Center; monitor and inform the Board of public policy issues that affect the program.
● Collaborate with the Board to develop the agenda for Board meetings; attend monthly Board meetings and submit a monthly Director’s report in advance.
● Collaborate with the Board on Center fundraising needs, including speaking in public, developing a fundraising strategy, and grant writing.
● Performs other duties as necessary to ensure the continued success and safety of the center.

Skills Required

● Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred in Early Childhood Education or related field. A graduate degree is preferred.
● Meets Program Director requirements as outlined by the state of Virginia or willingness to meet the needs in the near future.
● Demonstrated leadership and operations management skills.
● At least five years of professional experience in an early childhood program, including 3 years as an administrator or supervisor.
● Expertise in business operations acquired through formal education and experience in administration, including human resources and financial management expertise.
● Previous experience in a nonprofit environment is preferred
● Strong project management skills.
● A passion for working with children and demonstrated knowledge regarding children’s growth and development.
● The ability to relate positively to both children and adults.
● The ability to communicate effectively and appropriately both orally and in writing.

Work Schedule

Ability to work at the center in Culpeper, Virginia, M-F with occasional work outside regular center hours for special events.

Additional Info

Almost 75 years ago, our Center was founded by Culpeper Baptist Church with a mission to serve the needs of families and children in the Culpeper community. Today, we are a state-certified, independent non-profit organization providing year-round, full-day childcare and early education for over 200 children from Culpeper and the surrounding counties.

The Center serves children from birth through twelve years of age with programs including pre-K education, full or partial day childcare, and before & after-school care for elementary-age children up to fifth grade. Our center works diligently to stay connected to the needs and pulse of the community to enhance the lives of the local children.

The Center is well-known as a quality, non-denominational Christian childcare center with well-trained staff. We utilize the HighScope educational approach, emphasizing “active participatory learning.” Our mission is to help each child grow to their full potential.

With a team of approximately 50 experienced and dedicated staff, engaged parents, sound financials (annual revenue of $1.75M), and an active Board of Directors, the Center is committed to providing an inclusive learning environment where students thrive.