Under the direction of the Dean of Social and Behavioral Sciences, lead, plan, organize, direct, manage, supervise, coordinate, and evaluate the operation of the Child Development Center as a laboratory for college students, and a child care program for children of students, faculty, staff, and the community; coordinate activities with other divisions and departments.   Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

E = indicates essential duties of the position

• Plans, organizes, controls, and directs all aspects of the Child Development Center (CDC) to assure compliance with State and federal laws and regulations. (E)
• Interprets and implements Title 5 and 22 regulations and maintains health and safety standards including food program, universal health precautions, emergency procedures, and facility and equipment safety. (E)
• Develops, plans, and implements program policies; participates in their review and modifications; develops, revises, and updates program policies and documents. (E)
• Oversees curriculum development and implementation in accordance with exemplary developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood education and State standards; ensures that children with special needs have been properly educated; serves as a resource for staff in curriculum development and implementation and child development issues. (E)
• Ensures that all records are in compliance with the funding and/or regulatory agencies. (E)
• Prepares, submits, and administers annual budget and monitors financial records. (E)
• Applies for extended funding. (E)
• Supervises and meets with staff on a regular basis; coordinates tasks, assigns priorities; resolves problems; recruits, hires, trains, and evaluates substitute teachers, student workers and volunteers; schedules work and substitutes hours. (E)
• Oversees enrollment and placement of children in the program. (E)
• Prepares a variety of reports and documents as required by state and federal requirements and by the College (E).
• Maintains and oversees all aspects of the State preschool and other state and federal programs.  
• Supports and develops state mandated professional growth of staff; engages in continuous program evaluation as mandated by the state; serves as a professional growth advisor for staff, students, and community permit holders. 
• Plans and implements parent involvement/participation/education programs through planning family events, PAC meetings, and preparing parent evaluations of the program; meets with parents on an informal and formal basis; provides parents with requested resources and maintains positive relationships. 
• Works collaboratively with child and family education, department faculty, college departments and divisions, community groups, local high school ROP programs, and CSUN early childhood program.
• Attends a variety of meetings and serves on various committees.
• Oversees selection, ordering, and care of supplies and equipment; inspects premises for potential health, safety, and security hazards and risks; administers basic first aid and CPR as necessary; and supervises ill or out of control children.
• Participates in mandatory professional development activities.
• Creates a vision based on program philosophy that includes diversity, inclusive practice, and non-discrimination and provides direction to the program.
• Arranges and facilitates community involvement with the CDC, conducts facility tours as needed and directs and plans family events in conjunction with parent advisory Council, other departments and/or community agencies.
• Oversees the Foster and Kinship Care Education (FKCE) program and related reporting.
• Performs other related responsibilities as may be assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor's degree in child development education or closely related field and three years of increasingly responsible childcare instructional experience. 

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

• Valid First Aid and CPR (Adult, Infant, and Child) Certificates

• Valid California driver's license

• Child Development Program Director Permit

KNOWLEDGE OF: 

• Pertinent State and federal laws, codes and regulations.

• Principles of child and human development theory.

• Principles and practices of curriculum development.

• Appropriate activities for children of various ages and skill levels.

• Principles of basic nutrition.

• Principles and practices of supervision.

• Computerized budget procedures.

• Record-keeping techniques.

• Computer related technologies for support of instruction and administration.

• Oral and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of current standards for the education of young children.

ABILITY TO: 

• Organize, direct and implement the CDC program.

• Prepare and administer a budget.

• Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.

• Recognize and define potential behavioral and learning problems of young children.

• Instruct and supervise children of various ages involved in the CDC.

• Develop and oversee curriculum development and implementation that is based on the center’s philosophy and is in compliance with state standards for the child development and education programs.

• Use data to improve diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and belonging (DEIAB) practices.

• Observe and record behavior of young children.

• Apply appropriate disciplinary action.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

• Effectively utilize computer-based and related technologies.

WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  Provides direction to classified staff, student workers, students, hourly workers, and volunteers. 

CONTACTS: Co-workers, other departmental staff, parents, faculty, children, governmental agencies, and the general public.  

PHYSICAL EFFORT:   Requires the ability to exert some physical effort, such as walking, standing, and lifting up to 50lbs; tasks require extended periods of time utilizing standard office equipment. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:   

Office environment.

APPLICATION PROCESS - PLEASE READ

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION It is the responsibility of each applicant to have all the requested documents submitted through NEOGOV by the deadline date in order to continue in the application process for this position.  

• Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply for. 
• It is important the applicants submit ALL documents requested for the application package to be deemed complete and given consideration. 

 This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:

• Application
• Current resume
• Letter of Intent (Cover Letter)
• Copy of Transcripts of all degrees and Supplemental Coursework

1. All out of the country, transcripts must be evaluated prior to submitting them with applications. 
2. Any evaluation service member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) http://www.naces.org/ is acceptable.

• Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position. 
• Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
• Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized. 

Your application and any required attachments must be submitted by April 19, 2024.  

Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or

missing documents will not be considered.

VISA

AVC does not sponsor visas.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Commitment to Diversity
 Antelope Valley College is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state law. 

To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu

ACCOMMODATIONS

If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661)722-6311.

 Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District. 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. 

AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. ______________________________________________________________________ 

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