Job Description:

The director is responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the center.

Qualifications:

· Must be 21 years of age

· Has a current bronze or higher-level Oklahoma Directors Credential

· Is not a master teacher or director at another program that operates concurrently

· Has a good understanding of DHS licensing and QRIS requirements, as well as program policies.

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma

1. Current CDA credential or acceptable equivalent

2. Associate’s degree in early childhood education or a similar field

3. Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a similar field

Directors must obtain a minimum of 30 credit hours of training each year to maintain Oklahoma Directors Credential

1. ELCCT training within 90 days of first employment in a childcare center

2. CPR/First Aid, prior to or within 90 days of employment; renewed every 2 years

3. DHS requirements compliance Review within 1 month of employment

1. Safe Sleep training

2. Early Learning Guidelines (ELG) training

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

· Be present at the facility during hours of operation at least 30 hours during the week

· Maintaining a program that meets or exceeds licensing and QRIS requirements

· Regularly evaluate and work to continuously improve the quality of care

· Implement continuous program evaluation and development

· Ensure personnel and volunteers comply with licensing requirements

· Supervise the conduct of personnel, volunteers, and other individuals providing services within the program

· Appoint and inform the personnel in charge when the director is not present at the facility

· Maintain up-to-date information on all staff on the Oklahoma Professional Development Registry (OPDR)

· Oversee and encourage parent communication and family engagement

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person