Department: Early Learning Center (ELC)
Classification: Full-time
Reports To: Family Ministry and Youth Service Director

Status: Non-Exempt Full-Time
Monday - Friday 1st Shift; 40 hours/week

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
  Salary/Grade:$20.00 to 24.00 per hour
  (hours vary due to coverage)

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending Account
• Health insurance
• Health savings Account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

• Lexington, KY 40508: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Job Focus:
The Director is the professional responsible for the operation of the on-site childcare program. The major function of the
Director shall be the supervision of the entire Early Learning Center program and the efficient functioning of the staff.

Essential Functions:

• Development and supervision of the daily childcare program
• Supervision and orientation of teachers, substitutes and volunteers
• ­Supervision of child recruitment; maintain contact with state and local agencies, which refer preschoolers
• ­Conduct on-going parent/child interviews as well as interviews for admission and/or discharge from center
• ­Develop curriculum for center and implement, supervise and evaluate the same
• Make regular and periodic observation of each classroom
• Coordinate teachers and teacher’s aides in developing classroom plans and objectives
• Plan, supervise, and drive for special events and field trips
• Conduct annual evaluation of department staff
• Coordinate in-service training for department staff
• Monitor compliance with regulations for the CHR, the Department of Education, and the local health department
• Attend all pertinent community meetings related to the Early Learning Center as assigned
• Work with the Fiscal Manager in planning and developing an annual budget
• Plan & carry out annual fund raisers to benefit the Early Learning Center
• Prepare for and participate in all regulatory inspections
• Assist in preparing and presenting United Way request for funding
• Keep very detailed records required per state regulations
• Provide other services as required for the efficient functioning of The Salvation Army

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood development/education and 3-5 years of similar experience.
  • Classroom, administrative and supervisory experience required
  • Familiarity with CHR licensing regulations & CACFP policies and procedures preferred
• Must meet requirements of city and state licensing agencies (CPR, First Aid & TB Skin test)
  • Flexibility & strong work ethic
• Good communications skills (written & oral)
  • Must be prompt and maintain regular attendance
  • Have a clean and neat appearance
• A passion for The Salvation Army’s mission

The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.
Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.
Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ
and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.