Under the direction of the appropriate Administrator, to plan, organize, and administer a comprehensive Children's Center program. The Director, Children's Center will manage the daily operations of the Center including instructional, nutritional, parent involvement/education and college student early childhood education practicum elements.
 
The Director will develop funding applications, manage and project budgets, create and maintain record keeping systems; monitor various compliance elements of the program; select, hire, train and evaluate all direct report staff; provide and maintain a high quality of education and service to internal and external clientele; secure various grant and funding resources; ensure compliance with all local, state and federal agencies as related to licensing and reporting requirements and is responsible for Children's Center's Program Review and assessment.
 
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Manage, direct, and supervise professional staff in developing educational programs and curriculum which provides for the development of children.
2. Continuously plan, implement and evaluate the Center's overall program for children and families.
3. Identify the roles and relationships of federal, state and local regulatory agencies in the administration of the Center and ensure compliance with all applicable licensing and funding regulations.
4. Manage the Center's budget and all grant funding sources(actively review and renew) for the Center; research, plan and identify additional and/or new funding opportunities; write proposals and submit necessary applications to potential funding resources.
5. Prepare required local, state and federal forms and reports; ensure timely delivery and licensing compliance is met.
6. Plan and conduct training programs for staff (state requirements, permits, professional development, continued education); develop personnel policies related directly to the Children's Center.
7. Coordinate Parent Advisory Committee (PAC), providing parent orientation, counseling, referrals, and meetings.
8. Coordinate with community agencies for field site placement of students (ECE department, Golden West nursing students).
9. Conduct tours, make presentations to community groups, develop and maintain good working relationships with all campus offices.
10. Manage enrollment, propose policies, and produce reports related to various aspects of the program.
11. Develop and supervise procedures for implementing parent education activities and ensure activities are based on the parent's current and stated needs; make initial contact with parents, determine eligibility and fees, enroll children, schedule hours and prepare contracts.
12. Research outside funding sources, write proposals, and solicit funding from private and public agencies; develop alternatives to generate funds for the operation of the Center.
13. Oversee the Children's Center Food Program; coordinate contracts with the Instructional Food Services on site and oversee serving food at the Children's Center; provide nutritional resources for the food program and menus along with educational objectives.
14. Provide oversight management in classrooms; plan activities and calendar of events.
15. Plan and develop curriculum with teachers using Early Childhood Education practice, and California Department of Education standards (Learning Foundations and Frameworks); develop and maintain classroom materials, visual aids and library.
16. Evaluate program planning, goals and objectives; consult with teachers regarding the Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) assessment of children.
17. Evaluate children's progress with teachers for year-end report.
18. Comply with health and safety standards required by local and state agencies; ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations by coordinating various health screenings, child health immunization record keeping, and providing first aid and CPR training (ASQ assessments with parents).
19. Maintain health records and physician report; submit immunization report to state health agency on an annual basis.
20. Arrange for screening of children and referrals to appropriate resources and specialists.
21. Comply with safety and health standards for the Center; plan and conduct fire safety, emergency drills (fire, earthquake, lock down), first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation training programs; maintain safety, first-aid, and CPR certification and training for staff, as required; ensure maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities.
22. Ensure program quality meets the highest rating standards as evaluated by related agencies.
23. Supervise and evaluate field site students enrolled in various early childhood practicum courses.
24. Provide direction and supervision to students for course observation and special class project opportunities.
25. Plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate curriculum and monitor child assessments; support, advise, and provide referrals for program participants, as needed.
26. Ensure compliance with state and federal requirements, department of Social Services, community care licensing (DSS-CCC), California Department of Education – Early Education Support Division (EESD), Department of Pest Regulation, OSHA, and other applicable policies and procedures.
27. Plan and implement a public relations program for the Children's Center and make presentations to community and other groups.
28. Perform other related job duties as related.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 
Knowledge of:

1. Current theories and concepts used in child development, early childhood education, and parent education.
2. Principles and practices of effective supervision.
3. Title 5 and Title 22 of the California Administrative Code for Child Care Programs.
4. Federal, state and local regulations governing the operation of Children's Centers.
5. California Department of Education funding, reporting, DRDP Child Assessment Program, etc.
6. Effective writing and verbal communication skills including the ability to facilitate group discussions, problem solving and group decision making.
7. Proficiency in utilizing technology such as computers, databases, and various software programs.
8. Health, safety, and nutritional requirements of a Children's Center program.
9. Federal, state, and local funding sources, funding requirements, and laws and regulations governing programs for young children.
10. General principles of management, supervision, training and leadership.
11. Budget preparation and control; maintain fiscal records which are audited by internal and external sources throughout the course of the fiscal year.
12. Working with diverse populations and an understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of a community college district.

1. Carry out the major accountabilities of the position.
2. Communicate with and resolve issues from staff, parents, children, students, and others.
3. Plan, organize, and administer a comprehensive, multiple-component child development program.
4. Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
5. Write proposals, procedures, regulations, publicity information and correspondence.
6. Prepare and control budgets.
7. Develop and monitor comprehensive, organized and detailed record keeping systems.
8. Plan, organize, and supervise work of a large technical staff while providing leadership and team building, including philosophy, concepts, methods and techniques for development of infants, toddlers and preschool aged children.
9. Develop curriculum, learning materials, and assessment methods.
10. Evaluate program effectiveness.
11. Maintain a wide variety of records and reporting systems.
12. Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues and situations; communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
13. Establish, oversee, and maintain a cooperative working relationship with staff, faculty, administrators, students, parents and the community in the regular course of work.
14. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
15. Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices, and possess an appropriate, valid, and unrestricted California Driver's License.
16. Establish and maintain effective relationships with college, District management, faculty, administrators, staff, students, parents and others contacted in the course of work.
17. Provide leadership (college, District) for staff, parents, students and volunteers.

1. Possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; AND at least 24 college level units in early childhood development, including three (3) units ECE in Infant/Toddler Development AND eight (8) semester units in adult supervision and administration.
2. California Children's Center Permit, Director level.
3. At least three (3) years progressive, responsible experience in the management of a Children's Center program or large child care program.
4. Five (5) years progressively responsible teaching experience at a Child Development Center.
5. Or, any combination of education and experience that would provide the required qualifications.

1. Child Development Permit (Supervisory) issued by the California Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing.
2. Valid Red Cross First Aid Certificate.
3. Certificate of 15-hour course in preventative First Aid.
4. Valid CPR Certificate.

This is a full-time, 12-month per year classified management position. The normal hours of work will be 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday, with some flexibility required to meet the needs of the department. The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor.

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

ATTENTION: Before applying, please be sure to review the Coast Colleges District Board Policy regarding Nepotism (BP 7310 (Download PDF reader)) to check if your application may be impacted. If you have any questions, please contact HR Recruitment at 714-438-4714 or 714-438-4716.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:  To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit a COMPLETE application packet. A complete application packet includes:

1. A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
2. A current resume (uploaded as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).
3. A cover letter (uploaded as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).
4. Answers to all supplemental questions (please provide clear and detailed responses as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume" or "N/A").

1. All online applications and required materials received by the deadline date will be screened to determine which applicant(s) meet(s) the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
2. Applicants who meet the required qualifications and who are also deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable qualifications will be invited to discuss their qualifications in an interview with the College/District. Therefore, it is required that applicants submit clear, detailed responses to all supplemental questions in order to demonstrate his/her qualifications as related to the position.
3. If any travel is required for an applicant to participate in-person during the interview process, this will be done so at the candidate's own expense.

1. Incumbent must be able to perform and meet the physical demands required in this capacity.
2. Work is typically performed in a temperature controlled office environment and occasionally in a classroom, and/or outdoor courtyard/playground environments.
3. Contact with staff, children, parents, and the campus community. May come in contact with childhood viruses/diseases.
4. The noise level is occasionally moderately loud.
5. Lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
6. Requires ambulatory ability to sit for extended periods of time and to move to various campus locations.
7. Requires the dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and multimedia equipment; accomplish other desktop work.
8. Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and over the phone.
9. Seeing to read a variety of materials and view a computer monitor.
10. Requires the ability to retrieve work materials from overhead, waist, and ground level files.
11. Oversee and participate in managing maintenance and care of Center gardens and animals.
12. Ability to work extended hours and or weekends as necessary.