SCDC Site Director

Early Childhood Education

Position Title: Site Director, Spellman Child Development Center (SCDC)

Shift: Adjust to the Needs of the Business

Pay: $65,000+ (Based on Experience and Education)

About CSI

Our story begins in Omaha in 1892, when, due to epidemics, poverty and the difficulties of pioneer life, many children were left in need of parental care. CSI met the need in a revolutionary way – putting the well-being of children first and working to be a voice for the voiceless. We seek to champion children and families by providing the mental, emotional and physical spaces they need to feel empowered and to thrive.

We are looking for someone who has a mind full of wonder and a heart-filled desire to work with little humans! Were on a mission to champion whats best for each child and family.

As an Educational Aide, youll be an essential part of our early childhood education team. Your responsibilities would include supporting classroom staff, helping maintain a safe and nurturing environment for young children, and engaging with children throughout their daily routines and learning experiences. In short, our Educational Aide will help children feel safe, supported and encouraged as they learn, play and grow.

Job Purpose:
Provide oversight for the day-to-day operations of the Spellman Child Development Center (Spellman) programming. Monitor and engage in quality improvement and participate in program development.

Essential Job Duties:
Provide oversight to Spellman by ensuring compliance with licensing, accreditation, Title XX, Early Head Start, and other requirements.
Function as a liaison between Child Saving Institute and the College of Saint Mary.
Perform supervisory responsibilities including interviewing, hiring, onboarding, assigning work, directing staff, evaluating performance, coaching, corrective action, recommending compensation changes, and making employment recommendations in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Maintain open communication with Spellman program recipients. Meet individually with parents who have concerns.
Complete center tours and orientations.
Oversee and ensure teacher/child ratio is always maintained.
Ensure fiscal KPIs are met by maintaining budgeted census and managing personnel and other expenses.
Develop new services and evaluate and recommend changes to existing services to respond to community needs.
Ensure timely completion of physicals, required training, and personnel file documentation.
Consult with KidSquad leadership and staff as needed to maintain program integrity.

Other Duties:
Complete other responsibilities as assigned or necessary for the effective operation of the center.
Complete training necessary to perform position and necessary for professional growth.
Attend committee meetings assigned.

Position disclaimer:
The duties listed above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an individual in this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Child Saving Institute reserves the right to modify job duties and requirements based on organizational needs.

Job Requirements:

- Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, Human Services, or a closely related field required. Masters level preferred.

- Two years of childcare experience.

- Minimum of two years of progressively responsible supervisory or management experience.

- Knowledge of the following:

- Developmental stages.

- Effective childcare behavior management.

- Appropriate parent and child communication.

- Effective classroom environments specific to ages/stages.

- First Aid and CPR certification, or abilities to attain certification.

What Youll Get:

- Medical, dental and vision insurance options

- Paid vacation and sick accruals starting day one

- 401(k) matching up to 5% and fully vested right away

- 10 paid holidays per year

- Referral Bonuses

- Tuition reimbursement

- Discounted, On-Site Childcare Tuition

- Birthing (up to 6 weeks) & non-birthing (up to 2 weeks) leave at full pay

- NO NIGHTS AND NO WEEKENDS

- The opportunity to be a part of a forward-thinking culture!

Be a positive influence on young lives and apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Child Saving Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Accommodation Statement

Child Saving Institute is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources to discuss their needs.

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time to meet organizational needs.