Child Development Center Director
Company
Department of the Navy - Commander, Navy Installations
Location
Sasebo Naval Base, Japan Sasebo Naval Base, Japan
Type
Full Time
Job Description
Summary
The purpose of the Child Development Center (CDC) Director position is to administer a center based developmentally appropriate early childhood program for children of eligible patrons.
Administration includes the direction & operation of a small - medium (up to199 children) CDC. A variety of services are provided in accordance with demand & availability of funding to include full-time child development programs for ages 6 weeks to 12 years old.
Learn more about us at: https://www.navycyp.org.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Complete required training certificates, and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal, State, and/or national accreditation institutions used as part of DoD's Child and Youth Programs.
- Pass all applicable records and background checks.
- Undergo pre-employment and random drug testing. A positive drug test, or failure to submit for testing, is a basis for removal from this position.
- Pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases.
- Employment contingent upon proof of education if not provided at time of application.
Qualifications
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.
A qualified candidate possesses the following:
- Knowledge of the principles of child development and in designing and managing an exceptionally complex program that includes, but is not limited to safety, security, disease prevention, employee training, developmentally appropriate activities, parent involvement, and facility management.
- Knowledge of and skill in applying both Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect.
- Knowledge of facility design, functional use, and maintenance concepts; DoN, local and state child regulations and procedures as well as other regulations and instructions pertaining to military child care.
- Knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and purchasing as it pertains to a child development program.
- Skill working with military families and an understanding of military lifestyles is preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations, including evacuations, child illness, and physical and emotional disorders.
- Ability to supervise others, exercise sound business skills, and provide positive personnel management.
Education
Program directors must meet the qualification requirements outlined in the OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standards for Professional and Scientific Positions and the Individual Occupational Requirements for the General Education and Training Series, (1701).
In accordance with DoDI 6060.2, an incumbent must have one of the following:
A 4-year degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, Home Economics (early childhood emphasis) or related field of study AND 3 years of full time experience working with children and/or youth.
OR
A Master's degree in the related field of study AND minimum of 1 year professional experience working with children.
OR
A combination of education and experience (e.g. courses equivalent to a major in a field (24 higher level semester hours) appropriate to the position (see above) plus appropriate experience or additional course work that that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above AND 3 years of full time experience working with children and/or youth.
Note: A copy of your H.S. diploma, GED, or college transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) MUST be submitted when applying.
Additional information
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national.
- Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
Date Posted
07/10/2024
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