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Otter Creek Child Center

Program Director Early Care and Learning Program

Otter Creek Child Center, Middlebury, Vermont, us, 05753


Program Director Position

Starting:

Beginning of the 2024-25 school year, August 19, 2024

Salary:

determined by experience and education

Otter Creek Child Center, established in 1984 as a non-profit early care and education center located in Middlebury, VT, is growing and is seeking a Program Director to add to our established administration team. Otter Creek is a 5 STARS, NAEYC accredited center serving children 6 weeks to 6 years and their families.

The successful applicant will complement the current administration team by bringing experience with infants through preschoolers, play-based emergent curriculum, and a strong dedication to building an inclusive community for families.

We are looking for a Program Director who has experience with and is familiar with:

Supervising teachers and working with them to achieve professional development goals

Supporting teachers with planning and implementing a play-based emergent curriculum that is responsive to the development of each child

Supporting teachers in creating an inviting environment that encourages exploration

Supporting children and families

Strong and clear verbal and written communication skills

Collaborating with and building relationships with county support services

NAEYC Accreditation, VT State Licensing Regulations, VT STARS System

Teaching Strategies GOLD, Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and Publisher, Email, and online programs.

Requirements:

Minimum of a BA/BS in Early Childhood Education or a related field, with expertise in early childhood education

5+ years working directly with children and families

Preferred experience with supervision of teachers and working knowledge of teacher development.

Job Type:

Full-time

Pay:

Up to $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Early childhood education: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

VT early Childhood Teaching License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

Middlebury, VT 05753: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person

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