The person in chosen for this position will support all facets of childcare center operations, curriculum, staff development and parenting needs.

· Support all facets of childcare center operations, curriculum, staff development and parenting needs.

· Serve professionally in the capacity of Campus Director when Director is absent.

· Supervising, facilitating and monitoring staff schedules.

· Notify the Head Start Central Office of significant events in the absence of the Center Director, such as child and staff accidents, communicable diseases, parent complaints/concerns, child abuse/neglect.

· Know protocol for opening and closing the center as required.

· Assist the Campus Director with preparing for and conducting center staff meetings and center training sessions.

· Participate in meetings and training workshops.

· Must have understanding of company personnel policies and the ability to apply in the workplace.

· Be knowledgeable of procedures regarding emergency situations, first aid, CPR, BBP and disaster drills.

· Compile, maintain, and process records and paperwork accurately and efficiently for children and staff.

· Be knowledgeable of all regulatory standards such as Head Start Performance and Minimum Standards.

· Be aware of child/staff ratios and be ready to act as a substitute in whatever capacity may be needed to maintain compliance at the center.

· Train, monitor, and coach to ensure adherence to Texas Child Care Licensing, Head Start Performance Standards, and CCA Heath and Safety standards.

· Float to various campuses in the absence of the Campus Directors.

· Support monitoring.

· Other related duties as assigned.

· Obtain required continuing education.

· Associates Degree in Child Development or other related field, OR High school diploma or equivalent

· Child Development Associate (CDA).

· A minimum of two years’ experience in a formal childcare setting. 

· Good verbal and written communication skills

· Computer proficiency and ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of customers and coworkers.

· Some knowledge of preparing/maintaining documents, records with a systematic approach.

· Must be able to pass a pre-employment and/or periodic physical examination, annual TB skin test, and complete background check every 24 months.

· Must be able to walk, and stand for extended time periods; ability to lift/carry up to 30 pounds and be able to twist, turn, bend and stoop.

· Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Development or a closely related discipline is highly desired.

· Bilingual abilities preferred; previous management or supervisory experience with a staff of five or more.

· Access to reliable transportation.

Benefits Package Includes:

Child Care Associates offers a competitive benefits package that is provided to all fulltime employees that include health, dental and life insurance coverage. Additional voluntary benefits are offered to all fulltime employees in addition to the core benefits package. 

After completing one (1) year of service, the company contributes 4% of the employee’s earnings to the 403(b) retirement plan. If the employee also elects to make a contribution to the plan, Child Care Associates will match half (50%) of the employee’s contribution up to 4% of base salary.

Child Care Associates provides other benefits outlined in the Staff Handbook, such as paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).