Job DetailsJob Location Multi-Location - Columbia, MD Position Type Full Time Education Level Bachelors Degree Salary Range $63,000.00 - $75,000.00 Salary/year Job Shift Day Job Category Education Description At the Community Action Council of Howard County (CAC), we are dedicated to serving our community and uplifting families. Our Early Childhood Education (ECE) centers play a crucial role in this mission by providing quality care and education to young children. Join us in our commitment to excellence and making a positive impact on the lives of children and families in Howard County. Who You Are As a Center Manager at CAC, you are a passionate and dedicated leader with a strong background in early childhood education. You possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, and you are committed to ensuring the success and well-being of both children and staff. Reporting to the Director of Early Childhood Education, you will oversee the daily operations of the center, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing high-quality care and education to all children. What You'll Do
- Compliance Oversight: Ensure compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards, COMAR licensing regulations, and Maryland Early Learning Standards.
- Staff Support and Development: Provide structured and personalized training to center staff, serving as the instructional leader and supporting staff in implementing the ECE curriculum and assessment screening tools.
- Family Engagement: Build strong relationships with enrolled families through outreach events and daily interactions, fostering a positive and supportive environment for children and families.
- Supervision and Evaluation: Supervise center staff, conduct classroom observations, staff evaluations, and scheduling to ensure high-quality care and education.
- Building Management: Monitor building compliance and coordinate with internal team members to resolve any issues, ensuring a safe and secure environment for children and staff.
- Community Relations: Create positive relationships with the local community and supporting school district, representing CAC in a positive manner.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You Bring
- Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
- MSDE Credentialing: Must have MSDE credentialing of at least a level 2.
- Experience: 3+ years of experience in an educational program with birth to 5-year-old children.
- Valid Driver's License: Must have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle during work hours.
- Language Skills: Able to read, write, comprehend, and speak English.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in Office Suite programs and able to use academic platforms on an as-needed basis.
- Physical Requirements: Able to maintain a safe environment for up to 22 people, including the ability to evacuate students and clients during drills and emergency situations, and respond quickly to children who may need redirection.
- Preferred Qualifications: Organizational behavior experience, data management experience, project management experience.
What We Offer
- Medical Insurance - 3 plan type
- 2 HMO plans-fully paid for employee
- 1 POS plan- 85% covered for employee
- Dental Insurance- fully paid for employee
- Vision Insurance- fully paid for employee
- Life Insurance
- HRA Account - For eligible plans
- FSA Account
- HSA Account
- 15 days of vacation leave, planned in the school calendar
- 12 days of sick leave
- 5 days for personal leave
- 13 days of paid federal holidays
- Educational Assistance programs
- Participation in state-supported Credit Union
- Participation in Maryland State Retirement System
- Work-life Balance Employee Assistance Programs
AAP/EEO Statement: Community Action Council of Howard County is an equal opportunity employer. ***Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. ***