Child Care Director

About Us

For 86 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware has impacted thousands of lives across Delaware. We are the largest licensed provider of childcare in Delaware and the only statewide Boys & Girls Club in the nation.

Each and every day girls and boys are left to find their own recreation and companionship. An increasing amount of kids are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to know they have a place in their community where they can go. Clubs provide a safe haven for youth, allow them to meet with friends and be a part of positive peer groups. Club programs teach life skills, conflict resolution and focus on the development of character. Clubs also provide members with positive role models and a nurturing environment that help improve decision-making skills.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Program/Unit Director, the Child Care Director is responsible for the planning, development and effective implementation of the operation of a quality early care childcare program that complies with current Delacare and Delaware STARS rules and regulations. The position includes program management and staff supervision. The position requires knowledge of various educational approaches, software and other educational materials.

Essential Functions

• Manage day-to-day operation of the licensed preschool/childcare and summer camp program.
• Interpret and maintain compliance with current state licensing requirements for early care childcare centers; address non-compliance issues as needed.
• Control expenditures against an assigned budget; recommend income and expense projections for assigned areas of responsibility; assist with the financial development of the childcare program.
• Ensure safe implementation of all childcare activities including the condition of equipment and facilities,
  age-appropriate activities and appropriate use of equipment and supplies.
• Directly supervise children and youth within guidelines established by Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware, and in compliance with applicable state licensing and Delaware Starts regulations.
• Maintain regular contact with parents/guardians concerning programs, schedules, developmental progress
  (including behavioral issues), payments, etc.
• Work with families to generate individual learning goals for children
• Work closely with Club Childcare Director and Unit Director to establish clear objectives for lessons, units and projects and communicates.
• Organize and lead activities to promote physical, mental, and social development such as games, arts, crafts music and storytelling.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students at varying needs and interests.
• Arrange indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor skills and safety.
• Regularly observe, evaluate and document children's' performance, behavior and social development and physical health.
• Conduct assessments to determine children's development levels, needs and potential and work through
  Ages and Stages and also partnering with the local school district if needed
• Within established organizational guidelines, develop and maintain systems for accurately tracking attendance, payments, health checks, and medical issues, and other related information.
• Complete and submit reports and perform other administrative tasks as needed or directed, including purchase of Care reimbursements.
• Contribute toward development of a positive identity and strong presence for the Boys & Girls Clubs in the
  community.
• Assume other tasks, assignments and responsibilities as needed or directed.
• Support and contribute to the success of other staff members.

• Twenty (20) years of age or older
• Experience working with preschool and school age children
• Must be able to pass an FBI clearance, State
  of Delaware Criminal History Background Check, National and State Sexual Abuse
  Registry check, and National and State Child Abuse Registry Check per Delacare
  regulations.
• High school diploma or its equivalency recognized by
  the Delaware Department of Education and TECE 1 and TECE 2
• One (1) year of full time experience (must be
  equivalent to 1,000 hours) working with either preschool or school-age children.
• Early Childhood Administrator Certificate

• School-Age Administrator Certificate
• Associates degree in a related field (early childhood, psychology, social work, special education, elementary education

• Frequently lifts, carries or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 25 pounds when preparing room for instruction.
• Typically bends, stoops, walks and sometimes runs on a regular basis while interacting with children in various activities throughout the day.
• Ability to perform duties effectively under stressful conditions; ability to make decisions quickly and accurately with tact and impartiality.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• High energy, comfort with multi-tasking, able to work with numerous deadlines.

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance/Pharmacy Coverage for individual & immediate family
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Free childcare for school-aged children based upon site availability
• Life Insurance Coverage
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program