Job Details
| Region: | 13 |
| School District/Employer: | Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) |
| District Category/Employer: | Private Sector Employer, |
| Position: | Director, |
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| Job Title: | Childcare Center Director |
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| Date Posted: | 3/9/2021 |
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| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Child Care Center Director The Corner School is seeking an experienced Child Care Center Director. As the Director of The Corner School you will have an amazing opportunity to administer a state-licensed child care center caring for children from 8 weeks of age through pre-k. About The Corner School at the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) The Corner School is an on-site child care center located at TASBs Corporate Headquarters in northwest Austin. The school has six classrooms offering low child-to-teacher ratios and an outdoor play space. The patrons of the school include children of TASB employees as well as other children in the community. TASB is a large nonprofit organization that offers great benefits and perks with a wide range of opportunities to advance and learn alongside a team of talented professionals. TASB has been promoting educational excellence for all Texas schoolchildren since 1949. We provide a wide variety of services and programs to help public school board members serve their communities more effectively and to help school districts function more efficiently. Since 2009, TASB has regularly made the top 10 list in the large-employer category of the Austin Business Journals Best Places to Work in Central Texas. The Corner School is a cornerstone of achieving the honored award. About the Opportunity The Child Care Center Director is responsible for management and operations of the on-site child care center (The Corner School) and summer camp (Camp TASB) programs in accordance with state licensing regulations, national accreditation criteria, and organizational policies. A bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field, is highly preferred and management experience in a large state-licensed child care center or preschool is required. Position Highlights Oversees day-to-day operations of the child care center and Camp TASB programs Manages the hiring, evaluations, and development of all staff Develops, implements, and manages policies and procedures for the operation of the child care center and camp Regularly observes classrooms, monitors for compliance, and identifies continual improvement opportunities Prepares, maintains, and adheres to the departments budget and achieves or exceeds financial goals Plans and allocates resources appropriately for the center Works with the Lead Teachers to develop center and camp curriculum, based on age and needs of the children, and accreditation standards Maintains an awareness of and assesses the market relative to tuition, early education programs, and staffing solutions and recommends changes to leadership Keeps abreast of and ensures compliance with all DFPS Minimum Standards, including maintenance of annual fire, health, and gas line inspections Identifies common hazards throughout the school center, implements solutions, and acts on maintaining a safe environment including reviewing and practicing regular emergency preparedness drills Coordinates with the Department Director of Facilities for maintenance and repairs Obtains/maintains the centers national accreditation and adheres to those accreditation standards Maintains open, consistent, and effective communication with parents, providing parent education training, assistance and support as needed Represents TASB in a professional, courteous, and positive manner at all times |
| Qualifications: | Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Comprehensive knowledge of early child care operations, programs, and best practices Demonstrates impeccable judgment when planning for and attending to childrens safety and health needs Thorough knowledge of Texas DFPS guidelines as well as the Association for Early Learning Leaders requirements that govern a high-quality child care program Understands developmentally appropriate classroom and curriculum in early childhood education Communicates effectively and timely with parents, staff, and leadership, in both verbal and written form Presents a good model to children of language use, both verbal and written Responds to and interacts with children in their play environments and at the childs eye level Helps children with toileting or diapering needs Accepts and respects differences in children and parents Handles stress and performs well under pressure Exhibits flexibility and a sense of humor Working knowledge of managing center budget and allocating resources accordingly Detail-oriented with the ability to plan and organize programs and maintain accurate and up-to-date records Effective time management skills and ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines Maintains confidentiality and uses discretion relative to children, parents, and staff Ability to work flexible hours between 5:30 am and 6:30 pm Education and Experience Minimum 3 years experience as a Director or 4 years experience as an Assistant Director at a licensed child care center, preferably in Texas Minimum 3 years experience managing daycare staff Bachelors degree in early childhood education or a similar field, or equivalent Texas Directors License recognized through HHSC required Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Certified Child Care Professional credential with six college credit hours in business Proficiency using daycare software and common desktop applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) Preferred CPR and First Aid certified Experience with NAEYC credentialing |
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| Benefits: | TASB Employee Value Proposition Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, paid disability, life insurance, and flexible spending, as well as a retirement plan with company matching and an employee assistance program. We have generous paid leave and holiday time too! Convenient staff-supportive amenities like an on-site child care center with discounted tuition, mini-market, fitness room, and more. Professional growth and advancement opportunities in a wide range of areas, including tuition reimbursement and robust training and development programs. A diverse, inclusive work environment that celebrates the unique identities, perspectives, abilities, and talents of all employees. A friendly company culture that encourages a healthy work-life balance. COVID-19 Safety Measures Virtual interview for initial screening Personal protective equipment provided or required Temperature screenings Physical distancing guidelines in place Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place Staff are required to wear mask and maintain physical distance All parents are required to drop their child(ren) in entry CDC & Local Health Department guidelines are followed |
| How To Apply: | Learn More and Apply Learn more about what it is like to be a TASBean by visiting tasb.org or by following us on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn. All job applications must be submitted online through our ADP application system. Only those candidates that closely meet the jobs requirements will be selected for interview and contacted. Posting Notices TASB is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, color, disability, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other personal characteristic protected by law. This position does not qualify for visa sponsorship. This position is subject to a background check. Any job offer is contingent upon receipt of results of a satisfactory background check. |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Sara Follin |
| Email: | sara.follin@tasb.org |
| Address: | P.O. Box 400 |
| City: | Austin |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 78767-0400 |
| Phone: | (512) 467-0222 |
| Fax: | (512) 467-3554 |