Summary of Duties: Direct delivery of after-school program in an elementary school setting. Organize program and supervise staff for maximum effectiveness. Analyze and resolve problems that arise at center relating to staff, children, school, or parents. Understand developmental levels of children and use sound group behavior management techniques. Plan, schedule, and prioritize work effectively. Ensure that all staff understand the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services minimum standards and other standards of quality, and assure that the center is in compliance. Establish and maintain positive interpersonal relations among all individuals involved in the program, including children, parents, school staff, and other EAC team members.

Minimum Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years of age with a good driving record and have 2 years’ supervisory experience. Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Education, or a related field from an accredited college or university required (Extend-A-Care for Kids experience may substitute for some college credits) in addition to meeting one of the following director qualifications required by the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services minimum standards for Day Care Centers:

Must be at least 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or its equivalent, and meet one of the following combinations of education and experience, as defined as follows:

A bachelor’s degree with 12 college credit hours in child development and 6 college credit hours in business management,

And at least 1 year* of experience in a licensed child-care center;
An associate’s of applied science degree in child development or a closely related field with 6 college credit hours in child development and 6 college hours in business management. A “closely related field” is any educational instruction pertaining to the growth, development, physical or mental care, or education of children ages birth through 13 years,

And at least 2 years* of experience in a licensed child-care center;
60 college credit hours with 9 college credit hours in child development and 6 college credit hours in business management,

And at least 2 years* of experience in a licensed child-care center;
A child-care administrator’s certificate from a community college with at least 15 college credit hours in child development and 3 college credit hours in business management,

And at least 2 years* of experience in a licensed child-care center;
A Child Development Associate credential or Certified Child-Care Professional credential with 6 college credit hours in business management,

And at least 2 years* of experience in a licensed child-care center;
A day-care administrator’s credential issued by a professional organization or educational institution and approved by Licensing based on criteria specified in Subchapter P of Chapter 745 of this title, (relating to Day-Care Administrator’s Credential Program),

And at least 2 years* of experience in a licensed child-care center; or
9 college credit hours in child development and 9 college credit hours in business management,

And at least 3 years* of experience in a licensed child-care center;

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Skills to be an effective supervisor with attention to detail. Knowledge of child development, what to expect of children in different situations, and group management techniques. Ability to plan, organize, delegate, and prioritize work efficiently and effectively. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and skilled in parent conferences. Ability to take a leadership role, initiate action, and make balanced decisions. Ability to effectively recruit, supervise, retain, coach and develop staff. Must be flexible and function well in a team environment. Familiarity with MS Office and good basic computer skills.

Hours: 2:00-6:30pm, Monday through Friday. Attendance at weekly Center Supervisor, and center meetings required