Director of Early Childhood Development Centers

Overview

Why Work with Child and Family Agency (CFA)? It’s simple, our people are the heart of who we are. At Child and Family Agency, we believe our employees are our greatest strength. Every day, our dedicated team members make a difference by supporting individuals, children, and families in their homes, schools, and communities.

Founded in 1972, Child and Family Agency of Southeastern Connecticut is a non-profit organization devoted to helping children, adolescents, and families thrive across the state. When you join us, you become part of a compassionate community that cares deeply about making a positive impact.

We are seeking a dynamic leader to oversee our Childcare Centers in New London and Groton, CT. Our centers provide full-day, year-round care and education in child-centered classrooms. This program is NAEYC accredited. We pride ourselves on our proven track record of creating a safe and nurturing environment that fosters children s growth and development. Our accredited early education programs are available year-round and full-day, ensuring each child receives the best care and education through our child-centered classrooms.

We offer comprehensive support for the entire family and the Director will provide leadership, guidance and support to the staff responsible for these services.

• Ensure all employees understand and adhere to the Agency’s Mission Statement and Objectives
• Stay up to date on early childhood education trends, including trauma-informed education
• Develop program improvement recommendations for Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
• Work with Assistant Directors to manage appropriate staff scheduling
• Operate effective tuition policies
• Supervise and provide leadership to direct reports and programs, leading monthly ECS staff meetings with the leadership team
• Manage budgeting, licensing, and grant writing and/or reporting requirements
• Ensure management of record maintenance for staff and students, meeting licensing and funding requirements, social service consultants, up to date parent handbook and policies
• Maintain and implement staff professional development plans including Qualified Staff Member (QSM) Plans
• Collaborate with parents, educators, community partners, and colleagues in other departments for the well-being of children

• BA/BS in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (Master Degree Preferred)
• Candidates must be OEC Head Teacher Certified and be eligible for a Director’s Credential

• Master s degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field
• Previous childcare leadership experience strongly preferred

• 3 weeks paid vacation time
• 12 sick days
• 12 paid holidays
• 5 personal days
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Agency Paid Life Insurance
• 403(b) and 403(b) matching